As if regular crime isn’t enough to deal with, we now have a new breed of perpetrator getting in on the act and invading our homes - yes folks, I’m talking about the Vervet Monkey.

The trouble is, high walls, alarm systems, guard dogs and security check points don’t stop these villains from invading your home, because they are the fleet footed, street gangs of vervet monkeys whose natural territory has become our rooftops, down pipes and utility cables, and whose natural diet is no longer indigenous roots, nuts and berries but rather fast food, and as far as they are concerned, the faster it’s pillaged the better! Continue Reading

How can I get my 3 yr old African Grey to stop being so aggressive? He dives at anyone who goes near him out of his cage?

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How can Colleen treat her dog’s skin excema? Glynne advises trying a fresh food diet and a homoeopathic vet. Continue Reading

Today I’m spot lighting the most maligned and arguably the most tortured and frequently eaten animal of all … this article is all about pigs. Demonised by some religions, scorned by others, called dirty, filthy, fat and greedy, the tender-hearted porker truly has a hard luck story to tell.

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Drienie would like to know what kind of food to give a tortoise that has wandered into her garden. Continue Reading

This Maltese refuses to eat his dry dog food, and even starves himself for days to avoid eating them. He prefers to eat fresh food such as chicken. His owner is concerned about tartar build up on the teeth which is caused by a fresh food diet and wants to know why he won’t eat his pellets. Continue Reading

This is a question from a worried cat owner who is concerned about a stray cat that is eating all the other pets’ food. She wants to know how she can keep it out her house. Continue Reading

This Q&A concerns a pavement special who has started attacking the other dogs for no apparent reason. Glynne thinks it has to do with a change of diet. Continue Reading

This question is asked by a Boerbull owner who is concerned about her dog’s sudden aggressive behaviour towards her son, especially when feeding. This problem is known as food aggression. Continue Reading

It’s that time of year again which our pets dread the most. Yes, it’s the ‘Silly Season’ which pre-curses the holidays and New Year, bringing unbelievable suffering to our faithful companions.

Homes are filled with festive energy and excitement is palpable, as days are planned for fun-filled adventures… and then, it’s time to go. Everyone piles into the car, and expectations run high - Sheeba is also caught up in the moment, and is just as excited at the prospect of going on holiday with her beloved family. But all too soon, her bubble is burst as she sadly watches her trusted family drive off without her. Continue Reading