Every year, World Veterinary Day serves as a reminder of the critical role veterinarians play in safeguarding the health and well-being of our pets. However, beyond the appreciation posts and social media tributes, it’s also a timely nudge for pet parents to ask a simple question: When was the last time my pet visited the...
6 Common Health Risks In Cats That Are Surprisingly Easy To Miss
Cats are famously independent, and that’s even more reason to be hands-on when it comes to their health. Dr Tarryn Dent, Business Unit Director: Companion Animals for global animal health company Zoetis South Africa, shares six common conditions that may go unnoticed – and how to catch them early....
Gauteng’s First Internationally Accredited Cat-Friendly Clinic Opens In Pretoria
The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Veterinary Science at Onderstepoort, in partnership with Royal Canin, a global leader in pet nutrition, has officially opened Gauteng’s first internationally accredited Cat-Friendly Clinic. Located within the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital (OVAH), this purpose-designed facility is the first in the province to be certified by International Cat Care (iCatCare), setting a...
5 Questions You Should Be Asking Your Vet, In Celebration Of World Veterinary Day
This World Veterinary Day, on Saturday 26 April, we celebrate the humans who work tirelessly to protect the health and wellbeing of our cats and other pets: vets. The 2025 World Vet Day theme, Animal health takes a team, recognises the collaborative effort behind every healthy pet, and at the heart of is your vet...
Hill’s Encourages Cats To Shed Those Extra Kilos During Pet Obesity Month
Hill’s Pet Nutrition Hill’s is on a mission to turn lazy Cattonians into Olympic athletes and are encouraging cats to shed excess weight this Pet Obesity Month!...
Why Is It Important To Neuter Or Spay Cats?
Neutering or spaying your house cat, or any cat for that matter, is imperative. There are many reasons for this, but the most important ones are to prevent unwanted litters, reduce the risk of certain diseases, and improve your cat’s behaviour. If you are considering getting a cat, or if you already have a...
February Is Cat Health Month
Cats have a special month of glory where humans can celebrate their stubbornness, independence, and selective self-sustainable being. We grant you February; National Cat Health Month where every cat owner has to make sure that their fur ball really is healthy and full of wellness....
