Diwali, Guy Fawkes & the New Year is full of fun celebrations, some of which involve fireworks! Though we love to enjoy the spectacle, the loud sounds of fir...

Having more than one dog in a household can be challenging to ensure that all dogs (and humans!) are safe and content in everyday life routines. The positive...

It is a greeting behaviour that they have learned brings them attention! Dogs learn that if only sometimes they get attention when they jump up, that it is w...

When you first get your new cat home, pick a room and set your new cat up there. Try pick the room of least importance to the established cats. Provide a lit...

This is one of the most common complaints owners have about their cat, yet it is a problem that is often misunderstood. Many owners, having found an unwelcom...

Many pet owners have come home to find that their carefully nurtured indoor and outdoor gardens have been damaged by their dogs’ and cats’ curiosity and expl...

All cats have an inbuilt need to scratch, it helps to provide exercise through stretching and provides visual and scent markers that help a cat feel comforta...

Dogs are experts at solving and avoiding conflicts. In order to communicate effectively with our dogs and to understand what they are saying, we need to unde...

Enrichment is a method used to provide animals with occasions to express species appropriate behaviour. By offering your cat enrichment you will be providing...

As the weather is beginning to get a little colder, it is important to consider how seasonal changes can affect your pets. The following tips will keep your ...

With Easter just around the corner, we start planning holiday meals, baking and looking forward to celebrating the holidays with family and friends, so now i...

Advantages For The Pet: - Pets are happier and experience less stress in their home environment - Home environment is safe and secure - Regular diet and rout...

Pet PA encourages pet owners to do their research and hire not just a ‘pet lover’, but a pet lover who is also a true pet care professional for their pet car...

The RSPCA recommends teaching your dog to walk on a lead, but ‘loose lead walking’ and operates on the basic principles of reward-based training. “Essentiall...

What an exciting time! You’ve adopted a puppy and you’re almost ready to bring your new best friend home. Before you bring your pup home, you’ll need to buy ...

Valentine's Day is an exciting time for most people! Either going on a date with your crush, partner or spouse, or a Galentine's Dinner with the ladies... Ei...

We know the excitement and joy of bringing a new kitten into your home, and it’s best to make sure you’re prepared so that it will help create a smooth trans...

Recently Rivonia Village Vet exclusively offered Pet PA an information evening where we got to learn all about Parasites and the importance of Parasite Contr...

The rising temperatures signal the fun summer months of braai's, vacations and more time spent outside. But, the hot summer days can also present unique haza...

Losing a pet can be heart breaking! So prevention is always better. However, in the event that you have lost a pet, here are some tips to help you: 1. Check ...