FROM A LARGE COUNTRY HOME FOR EXTENDED-FAMILY STAYS TO ONE OF THE BEST HOTELS IN THE WORLD, BRIAN BERKMAN WANTS JULIE TO COME ALONG. Faraway Estate “I suppose, with a property as palatial as this one, having so many indoor spots to explore, kept her busy. We did venture out, but after an hour we were all soaked and our shoes and paws muddy. Thankfully, we had left a fire
Being a funny guy and being a comedian are two very different things. Most people assume that someone in the profession of comedy is just a funny guy who hears jokes and tells them to their audience. The truth, however, is that nothing could be further from the truth. Comedians are some of our most intelligent counterparts. The slightly twisted truths they tell are funny because they hit home and
Just as one baby or puppy proofs the home, you may now need to make your home ‘senior friendly.’ Dogs who are prone to hip dysplasia or IVDD (intervertebral disc disease) would benefit from the use of ramps or stairs leading to couches or beds. This makes it much easier for them to still access these areas and helps to prevent injury. I have steps around the house and both
Ostrich Facts: The scientific name for the common ostrich is Genus: Struthio and specific name: camelus. This makes the binomial name for the ostrich Struthio camelus. Loosely translated from ancient Greek, the scientific name means thrush / sparrow camel. Ostriches could be found roaming in Asia, Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, but today they’re limited to the woodlands and savannas of sub-Saharan Africa. There are two species of ostrich; the
The zebra, a fascinating and iconic African mammal, is scientifically classified into three main species: the plains zebra (Equus quagga), the mountain zebra (Equus zebra),
BY BRIAN BERKMAN “LUXURY TRAVEL WRITER, BRIAN BERKMAN, SEARCHES OUT THE FABULOUS AND OFTEN AFFORDABLE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO YOU AND YOUR PETS. JULIE, HIS RESCUED
Creating a Physiotherapy-Friendly Environment By Tanri de Lange (BSc.VetPhysio)SAVC Registered Veterinary PhysiotherapistFounder of The Vet Physio Pod Podcast When we think about home renovations, the
I qualified as a veterinarian in 1973 and have been in private practice ever since. That’s a career spanning over 52 years, and during that
Delectable Doggy Delights with Jenny Morris I have to admit, when Jenny Morris agreed to be the Cover Model for this issue, I was relieved.
Hi, my name is Travis and I’m a vet at a referral practice in Cape Town, dealing exclusively with dogs and cats. I’m a catlover,
BY BRIAN BERKMAN “LUXURY TRAVEL WRITER, BRIAN BERKMAN, SEARCHES OUT THE FABULOUS AND OFTEN AFFORDABLE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO YOU AND YOUR PETS. JULIE, HIS RESCUED
Hi, my name is Travis and I’m a vet at a referral practice in Cape Town, dealing exclusively with dogs and cats. I’m a catlover,
THE SCIENTIFIC NAME FOR THE ATLANTIC PUFFIN IS FRATERCULA ARCTICA. Puffins belong to the family Alcidae, a group of seabirds that also includes guillemots, and
by Tracy McQuarrie We love our canines as family but sometimes when in the company of other people we may need to say the inevitable
By Tanri de Lange (BSc.VetPhysio)SAVC Registered Veterinary PhysiotherapistFounder of The Vet Physio Pod Podcast As a veterinary physiotherapist, I often see how consistent, tailored physiotherapy
By Bryony Van Niekerk New Year, new me. There is something about January that brings about feelings of fresh starts, resolutions and new beginnings (which
“Amid the joyous chaos of a lively household where wagging tails and chirping feathers abound, a gentle giant has emerged as a beacon of hope
From Veterinary House As a boy, I spent countless hours with my dad who is a mixed practice vet in Estcourt. This sparked a deep
Getting a pet is a joyful, exciting, and fulfilling experience. So why do you feel like you’ve made the biggest mistake of your life, and
Sloths are divided into two main categories: two-toed and three-toed sloths, which are distinguished by the number of claws on their forelimbs. The scientific name
by Bryony Van Niekerk Remember, remember the 5th of November. With the end of year fast approaching that means it is almost time for the
Nestled within the lush landscapes of South Africa, Dog Town SA has blossomed into a renowned sanctuary for dogs in need, a testament to its
Axolotls are not fish but amphibians from the family Ambystomatidae (order Caudata). Their scientific name is Ambystoma mexicanum. The name ‘axolotl’ comes from the Nahuatl
by Bryony Van Niekerk There have been quite a few changes to our household over the last few years which has resulted in two new
