The Zuki Pet Blog– Page 2

Panado poisoning in cats | Cats and Paracetamol

Our cats are our cutest little furball friends. We play with them, love them to bits and think of them as our companions. So it’s understandable th...

Can I pet a guide dog? 5 important things you need to know about guide dogs

Should you pet a service dog? Is it okay to stop and ask the owner questions? As an animal lover, your first instinct may be to fuss over a service...

3 Easy commands to teach your dog

More and more, dogs are becoming part of their owners’ everyday activities. Whether they’re chilling with their humans at restaurants, zooming arou...

8 Easy ways to make car rides safe and enjoyable for your pets

Some pets will spend many hours travelling in cars with their families, while for others, it will only be for dreaded vet check-ups! But whether th...

Kidney failure in pets: what you need to know

Kidney failure, also known as kidney disease, is unfortunately very common in cats and dogs, and is most often seen in old cats, but is also common...

Camping with your dog: what to know before you go

Your dog is part of your family, so of course you want to take her with on your family trip. Camping can be ideal for pets: there's plenty of outdo...

7 ways to support animal shelters without adopting

Animal shelters are always in need of support, and there are lots of ways to help out even if you’re not in the market to adopt a pet. Whether you’...

8 Great reasons to pick a rescue pet

About to add a(nother) furbaby to your family? Before you pick your perfect pet, why not consider visiting your local shelter? ‘Adopt don’t shop’ i...

Is puppy training necessary? | All about puppy classes

Is puppy training necessary? You’ve just brought home your little ball of fluff and your puppy is full of beans – and barks, bites, and other pre...

Emigrating with pets? Here are 8 steps to follow when leaving South Africa

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If you’re emigrating you’re probably dealing with tons of paperwork, and figuring out how to get your pets to your new country may feel overwhelmin...

Dog bite wounds: why they’re worse than you think

If you are a dog owner, you’ll probably experience a dreaded dog fight at some point or another - the bared teeth, the horrible noises, and worst o...

6 Tips for managing a multi-dog household

Two (or three...) is often better than one, especially when it comes to dogs. Having two dogs means that they entertain each other, are likely to ...

8 Things to know about owning a mini-breed dog

There's no denying that puppies are adorable, which explains why mini and 'teacup' breeds of dogs are so pup-ular! Imagine owning a dog that stay...

Owning a giant breed dog: 10 things no one tells you

They’ll tower over your toddler and take you up to your hip! Great danes, mastiffs, Newfoundlands and Rhodesian ridgebacks are just a few of the po...

Spoiling your pets. Simplified. We’re taking the frustration out of fussing over your fur-babies

Let’s face it, times are tough out there. The economy isn’t exactly thriving. The cost of living seems to soar ever higher as salaries shrink and f...

10 ways to be a better cat owner

Studies have shown that owning a cat can improve your mental and even your physical wellbeing - but what about your little fluff-ball? Make sure th...

10 ways to be a better dog owner

There’s more to being great pet owner than simply feeding your pooch and giving her a place to sleep. Here are 10 things you can do to start being ...

10 symptoms you should never ignore in your pet

Not sure whether to rush your pet to the vet or if you’re overreacting? Here’s a list of 10 of the most common symptoms that require medical attent...

Anaemia in your pet: how to spot it and when you should worry

Anaemia is a condition in which the blood doesn’t contain enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen around the body. It’s these cells that giv...

What is my dog trying to tell me?

Do you ever wish your dog could talk, just so you’d know what she’s thinking? Well, we haven’t yet figured out how to bridge the language gap betwe...

Feline leukaemia virus (FELV) in cats: what all cat owners need to know

Feline leukaemia virus - often referred to as FELV - is a virus that is spread from cat to cat. It’s doesn’t affect dogs or people. FELV is usually...

Feline AIDS (FIV) in Cats: What you need to know to keep your cat safe

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FIV – feline immunodeficiency virus, or feline AIDS - is caused by a virus that affects cats only, and is commonly thought of as AIDS in cats. It’s...

Best (and safest) toys for your dog - and the one toy you must avoid

Chew toys are essential for helping to keep your dog happy, active, stimulated and healthy. But with such a vast array to choose from, how do you k...

Best places to take your dog with you on holiday in SA

A family holiday isn’t complete without all members of your family being there - furries included! We’ve packed the balls and water bowls, rolled u...

What should I do if I’ve lost my dog, or find a lost dog?

A missing pet is an awful situation, and your instinctual reaction will probably be to panic. But try not to. Staying calm and clear-headed is nece...

7 things to do to prevent your dog getting lost (or stolen)

There’s nothing worse in the world than the sinking, sickening feeling of having lost your dog. One minute your beloved furbaby is there, part of t...

Tail docking & ear cropping: cool or cruel? Here’s the answer.

When you get a cute new canine addition to your family - particularly belonging to certain breeds - you may wonder whether you should dock its tail...

Cancer in pets: recognising the signs & getting treatment

You notice a strange new lump or bump on your pet and a dreaded thought enters your mind: could it be something serious? In fact at this point, a f...

The surprising truth about choosing between male and female pets

So you’ve decided to get a pet but you haven’t made up your mind about gender. It seems everyone has an opinion on whether to go for a male or fema...

6 Steps for introducing a kitten into a dog household

It’s not true that cats and dogs are always enemies, even if cartoons want us to think so. Many households have successfully integrated the two spe...

Am I a cat or a dog person? Answer these 5 questions to find out

Am I a cat or a dog person? So you know you want to lavish your love and affection on a furry friend, but you’re not sure whether it should be a fl...

Hot spots in pets: What they are and how to treat them

Hot spots in pets: what they are and how to treat them You’re playing with your pet when suddenly you notice a large, raw wound on their body, almo...

8 Strange Pet Behaviours Explained

Strange pet behaviours explained If you’re a pet owner, you’ve no doubt caught your furkid doing some pretty silly stuff, from head-butting you to...

Frustrating cat litter box issues & how to solve them

Frustrating cat litter box issues There are few things more frustrating than a cat who develops elimination issues, especially when the problem see...

How to make homemade ice pack for your pet to ease pain & discomfort

Like humans, pets inevitably experience pain from time to time. An effective way to help ease your furbaby’s discomfort is by making ice packs at h...

Has my dog been poisoned? Signs & symptoms of poisoning in dogs

It’s a terrifying thought: “Has my dog been poisoned?”, but the reality is that in South Africa, malicious poisoning is something that can and does...

Bladder stones & Blockages in cats: Emergency condition & Dietary fixes

Have you ever had a cat with bladder stones? If so, you may have had to make an emergency trip to the vet with your beloved kitty because s/he is y...

Dog First Aid: When and how to help your dog throw up

Here’s to a rodent and poison-free home!Sometimes, pets ingest dangerous toxins that can make them severely ill. If you witness them doing this, it...

Rat Poison in dogs.Signs, Symptoms & What to do

In South Africa, poisoning in dogs is fairly common and also very serious. Rodenticide (rat poison) is the most common type of poison causing accid...

Dogs & thunder: How to help your pet overcome thunderstorm phobia

It’s that time of year again in some parts of South Africa: thunderstorm season. While many humans enjoy the beauty of a thunderstorm – the lit-up ...

What causes Itching in dogs, and what you can do to help

Is your pooch scratching, scratching, scratching, 24/7, and driving himself – and you! – up the wall? Incessant itching in dogs is a common problem...

Meow-y Christmas: 7 Safe & fun ways to spoil your pet this festive season

Christmas is just around the corner, and if you’re as crazy about your furbabies as we are about ours, you’ll want to spoil them just like every ot...

Scooting in pets : We debunk they myths & tell you whats really going on

Does your cat or dog drag their bottom along the floor, scooting from place to place? It’s a pretty common thing to see in pets, particularly in do...

Pets and Euthanasia: When is the time right, and what does it entail

As painful as it is to lose a beloved pet, euthanasia is often the kindest choice for our pets. But how do you know when the time is right, and wha...

Should you buy puppies from street vendors? Our vet answers this contentious question

For any animal lover, it’s heart-breaking to see street vendors selling baby animals on the side of the road. Often, these animals are in bad shape...

10 Most controversial pet questions,answered by a vet (Part 2)

Here’s the second part in our two-part series focusing on some of the most contentious questions we get asked at our veterinary practice. Maybe you...

10 Most controversial pet questions,answered by a vet (Part 1)

Just like raising human kids, there are countless ways to raise furkids. Opinions differ on almost every topic, and there are more than a few highl...

Should I get a dog or a cat? 5 Questions to give you paws for thought

Ready to add a furkid to your family, but not sure whether you should opt for a dog or a cat? It’s a conundrum a lot of animal lovers face, and for...

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