pets
Enjoy A Laugh With The Finalists In The 2020 Comedy Pet Photography Awards
30 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Take a break and treat yourself to a couple of cute and funny photos from this year’s Mars Petcare Comedy Pet Photography Awards.
Tuesday Morning Spice
04 Aug 2020 by Kiernan / No Comments
Plea to keep Cape cats inside. ANC split on corruption. Massive SAB investment down the drain. Did Garmin pay hackers? Big SuperSport changes. Kim K’s Kanye ‘nightmare’.
How The Jesus Lizard And Other Animals Are Helping With Mental Illness
21 Jul 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Animal-assisted therapy is proving effective in treating people who struggle with mental illness.
Studies Find That Pets Can Improve Your Mental Health
12 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Studies have shown that owning a pet can have an astounding effect on your physical and mental wellbeing.
Some Cats And Dogs In Hong Kong Have Tested Positive For The Coronavirus
02 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
There is currently no evidence that pet animals can be a source of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus, and owners should not abandon their pets.
‘Social Distancing’ – People Are Holding Game Nights With Their Pets [Videos]
17 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
We could all use a few cute cat, dog and bunny videos, along with some tips on how to stay entertained under self-quarantine.
The Five Worst Mistakes Pet Owners Make, According To Vets
18 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Most pet parents are doing their best, but they could be making some crucial mistakes while caring for their beloved friend.
Spotify Has Made These Playlists For Your Abandoned Pooch
17 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Spotify has released a new playlist generator specifically for your cat, dog, bird, hamster, or iguana, to keep them company when you aren’t at home.
Five Ways To Spoil Your Other Best Friend This Christmas
02 Dec 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Fur children bring more joy than a hundred festive seasons, so why not thank them with some treats and spoiling over the holidays?
Dog Drives Car For An Hour [Video]
25 Nov 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A black labrador named Max took his owner’s car for a spin in a cul-de-sac in Florida, where he did doughnuts for an hour.
Adorable Snaps From The 2019 Dog Photographer Of The Year Competition
18 Nov 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Improve your Monday with some adorable winning photos from 2019’s Dog Photographer of the Year competition.
South Africans Are Easy Targets For Purebred Pet Scams [Video]
30 Oct 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Purebred pet breeders in South Africa can rake in some serious cash. As with any such industry, though, there are those who are looking to take you for a ride.
Here’s A Point In Favour Of Pooches In The ‘Cats Versus Dogs’ Debate
09 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
In the ongoing and often heated debate about whether owning a cat or a dog is preferable, here’s one tick in the pooch box.
Show This To That Neighbour Who Refuses To Walk Their Dog On A Leash [Video]
22 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Have a look around most community Facebook groups and you’ll see countless people complaining about dogs roaming around sans leash.
Having A Pet Helps Your Kid Become A Better Person – Here’s Proof
05 Jul 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Studies have shown that owning a pet may well help your kid’s development in some very important ways. Plus, pets are awesome.
CHILLED: A Guy In Brakpan Is Posting Videos Of His Pet Tigers
12 Nov 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Before you post that Instagram video of your cat, you might want to check out this guy’s YouTube channel. He’s in SA’s top 10 most-viewed, thanks to his big cats.
Story Of Cape Town Pup Who Ate Wedding Ring Has Happy Ending [Images]
12 Sep 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
In a storyline usually reserved for tacky rom-coms, a six-month miniature dachshund named Ghian snacked on his owner’s wedding ring.
People Are Making Money Pretending To Be Pets [Video]
11 Sep 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Performance art is all about pushing boundaries. That being said, you’re going to get a few sideways glances when you’re putting on shows for pets.
Starting To Look Like Your Pet? You’re Not Alone [Images]
10 Sep 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Ever noticed how people start to resemble their pets over time, or vice versa? A photographer decided to find some of the most striking examples.
You Do Know About Cape Town’s Five-Star Dog Hotel, Right?
11 Jul 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
With a five-star rating, this doggy hotel in Cape Town offers your “children” an overnight stay second to none. The room names are a good laugh, too.
Canadian City Bans Pit Bulls And Staffordshire Terriers
29 Sep 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
To some people, staffies and pit bulls are the most loving breeds ever. To others, however, they are life-threatening breeds that should not be alive.
History Made: A Set Of Twins Born In SA Are The First Of Their Kind In The World
01 Sep 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
There’s no doubt about it – these twins are probably the cutest AND coolest thing you will see today. Talk about making a mark from the get go.
This Is Why You Should Feel Sorry For People Who Own Cats #Loser
17 Mar 2016 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
I think it’s awesome that you have four indoor cats that make your house smell like a giant litter box, but here’s a study that disagrees.
UK’s Premier Dog Show In Hot Water Over ‘Deformed’ German Shepherd [Video]
15 Mar 2016 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The highly competitive world of UK dog shows was rocked this week by some controversy over a German Shepherd. Gotta love them Brits.
They’re Basically Giving These Nokia Lumias Away
26 Aug 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you’re anything like me, a Whatsapp message now and again is enough to keep the parents appeased. Why not sort them out with the perfect phone to do the job?
Pet Friendly Getaways – Top Locations to Spoil Your Furry Friend
21 Aug 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you’ve never experienced the simple joy of owning a pet you might wonder why you would take them on holiday with you. The rest of us know better but it isn’t always easy.
Someone Will Mention These Golden Retriever Puppies To You Today And You Can Tell Them You’ve Seen It Already
24 Jun 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
It might be at the water cooler, it might be at lunch, it might be in the bathroom – someone is going to talk about these puppies. Here you go then.
OMG – These Shirts Are Mindblowing
12 Jun 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Sometimes you come across a set of t-shirt designs so magnificent the world needs to know. These guy in the U.S. are on to something brilliant.
The Solution To All Your Gardening Problems – Including Picking Up Poop
29 May 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
You spend hours watering the thing, protecting it from moles and praying you avoid the growing piles of dog deposits – why must having a lawn be such a drag?
Here Is This Week’s Crazy Tooth Extraction [Video]
15 May 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Last week we saw a trusting daughter allow her father to remove her tooth via his javelin, and this week things are getting even stranger.
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