Our pets like our children, grow to understand our personalities, and tend to match them in some instances. We allow and encourage them to develop, all the while directing and nurturing them to the best of our parental ability. But, because our pets are not part of our direct gene pool, fate or karma tends to assist us in finding the pet that needs us most. Whether you’re an introvert
How amazing would it be to wake up on another continent, looking up at a sky speckled with stars that are unfamiliar to you? Stretching and yawning, while drinking your coffee, and amazed at the opportunity to be where you are. It sounds idyllic, doesn’t it? Well, this is the upside of being an ultra-trail runner, there’s always a new adventure waiting. Then the hard work starts! From here, you
The meerkat, also called a suricate, is a mammal in the mongoose family and is the only member of the mongoose family that doesn’t have a bushy tail. Meerkats live in areas of clumpy grassland and deserts in the southern area of the African continent – including the Namib Desert in Namibia, the Kalahari Desert in Botswana and southwestern Angola, and in South Africa. A family group of meerkats can
I’ve been reading quite a few biographies lately, and a few things have become quiteevident. Namely: No great person has ever had it easy. If you want to reach greatness, never measure your success with that of other people. We are all unique in our own right and don’t need to explain our paths, personalities or goals to anyone, not even those who want to criticize them. And probably the
THE SCIENTIFIC NAME FOR A SHARK IS ELASMOBRANCHII. They form part of the basic fish category group, even if they don’t have a bony skeleton, like many other fish. They are still categorized with other vertebrates in the Phylum Chordata, Subphylum Vertebrata, and Class Elasmobranchii. THIS CLASS (ELASMOBRANCHII) IS MADE UP OF ABOUT 1,000 SPECIES OF SHARKS, SKATES, AND RAYS. Based on fossil scales found, scientists believe that sharks have
31 on Seaview is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of City life, to revive mind, body and soul for a quick weekend break away (or longer stay) Fully equipped, 31 on Seaview, is a very cosy, self-catering and pet-friendly apartment nestled in the heart of Pearl Bay, Yzerfontein. Conveniently situated a mere 99 km from Cape Town International Airport, the V & A Waterfront and Winelands. 31
Hedgehogs are small, cute and quite harmless animals. Their order is Erinaceomorpha, this means they are not related to porcupines at all. The name hedgehog came into use around the year 1450, through their preferred foraging habits, derived from the Middle English heyghoge, from heyg, hegge (“hedge”). As they move through the hedges, looking for worms and insects, they make a piggy grunting noise. Hence, hedge-hog. They are also known
It’s been four years since we first learned the name, Jade Hubner. Jade made her debut on television during the SABC’s presenter search. The down-to-earth blond, from Cape Town, revealed to us just how multitalented she is, and she continues to blow us away with every passing day! Jade has a résumé that will leave most people wondering what they’ve been doing with their lives. The Top Billing TV host
With the aim of not only taking in the usual waifs, strays and cruelty cases, but also to honour dogs who dedicated the majority of their lives to the service of mankind, an unusual rescue centre, Retreat 2 Eden, was founded on a sprawling 43ha farm in the Southwell area of Port Alfred six years ago. The brainchild of Johann and Lynne Wilhelm, the resultant haven is brim full of
At the end of last year, we were so impressed with the support Purple Kennel Ambassador, Bruno received during our annual Cover Model Search Competition, that we decided to give him and the organisation a special celebratory cover. Run by Samantha Chatham, the Purple Kennel Project has become one of the biggest kennel drives in the Western Cape. With an ever-increasing support system, we were thrilled to have the opportunity
Spring Sprout & Marrow Soup Ingredients: 450g baby marrow, chopped1 onion, roughly chopped2 celery sticks, roughly chopped1 carrot, roughly chopped4 Tbsp butter3 Tbsp flour3 cups
Inspiring pet-friendly destinations where every trail walked together tells a story of growth CEDERBERG MOUNTAINS Rugged, dramatic, and beautifully untamed, the Cederberg Mountains are a
Fascinating Honey badger (Mellivora capensis) The honey badger (Mellivora capensis) is the only surviving species in the genus Mellivora and the subfamily Mellivorinae. The species
By: Jenni Davies Our furry family members don’t all enter our lives at the same stage. We welcome some as roly-poly babies or gangly juveniles;
BY TRACY MCQUARRIE Understanding the Changing World of Pet Care and Animal WelfareOver the past few decades, the way we care for our pets has
COCO’S IVDD RECOVERY STORY Coco, a lively French Bulldog, suddenly lost function in her back legs. Her owners immediately knew something was wrong. She was
By Bryony Van Niekerk Finding a property to rent or buy that fits your needs is hard enough. Add pets into the mix and suddenly
Cape Town isn’t just growing in theory. It’s happening in real time. The City of Cape Town approves tens of thousands of new residential apartments
“Behind every healthy pet is a caring vet with a heart full of compassion.” My patients can’t tell me where it hurts. Some of them
It’s a fresh new year – and, if you’re like many of us, you’re sorting, spring cleaning, and goal setting like a Collie herding its
By Tracy Mcquarrie There’s something magical about a fresh new start. Whether it’s the beginning of a new year, a new season, or simply a
Think adoption fees are excessive? Here’s the truth… You’ve found The One – the perfect shelter pet who speaks to your heart. But then you
By Bryony Van Niekerk The title of this article probably has most of you really impressed and saying things like; ‘oh wow, you brush your
Top Pawsome Free Spots Your Pets Will Love! Image credit: Lance Real Estate Oranjezicht City Farm Market This vibrant weekend market is a favourite for
New Years’ Grilled BBQ Tofu Vegetable Kebabs Ingredients: For the Tofu:395g Firm Tofu (*suggestion – not the extra firm)105g Smoky BBQ Sauce of your choice
Dolphins are toothed whales, belonging to the suborder Odontoceti, with most species part of the oceanic dolphin family, Delphinidae. The familiar bottlenose dolphin’s scientific name
There is a kind of quiet magic that settles over a home where rescue dogs live. It is not loud or showy. You won’t spot
Veterinary professionals are pet-people, and we often enter this career under the impression that vets work with animals. That myth is one I regularly bust
Hi, my name is Travis and I’m a vet at TAH Rosmead in Cape Town, dealing exclusively with dogs and cats. I’m a cat-lover, and
6 Crown Cuisines to Elevate your dining experience with dishes fit for the throne Regal Kale Caesar Salad Ingredients:1 bunch curly kale, tough stems removed5
