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  • What is a ‘registered breeder’?

    The term ‘registered breeder’ generally means one of the following: 1. Registration with a breed club or association Dog and...
    Tagged: Breeding
  • Why should I have my cat desexed?

    Desexing cats before they can reproduce plays an integral role in reducing cat overpopulation and there are also many health...
    Tagged: DesexingPet carePet owner basics
  • How do I adjust a roaming cat to a stay-at-home life?

    Cats can be happy staying at home if they have an environment that safeguards their physical and mental health and...
    Tagged: Contained catsPet care
  • What should I do if my cat is missing?

    Having your cat go missing can be very distressing for cat owners. However, there are steps you can take so...
    Tagged: Contained catsLosing a pet
  • What are the risks to my cat or dog from rat bait?

    Rat baits are dangerous and potentially deadly to animals and people that consume them. The baits used are normally flavoured to...
    Tagged: Poisons, toxins and baitsVeterinary care
  • Why do pets need blood transfusions and how can my dog or cat help?

    Just like humans, dogs and cats may require a blood transfusion in situations such as: Serious trauma causing blood loss...
    Tagged: Veterinary care
  • What is animal hoarding and why is it harmful to animals?

    Animal hoarding, although recognised by human and animal services, is generally poorly understood in terms of its prevalence, causes, influencing...
    Tagged: Cruelty to animalsFeatured

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