Nikki Vacy-LyleOct 1, 20193 minHow To Care For Pets During Firework DisplaysDiwali, Guy Fawkes & the New Year is full of fun celebrations, some of which involve fireworks! Though we love to enjoy the spectacle,...
Nikki Vacy-LyleSep 27, 20195 minManaging a Multi Dog Household 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...
Nikki Vacy-LyleSep 27, 20192 minHow To Stop Dogs From Jumping UpIt is a greeting behaviour that they have learned brings them attention! Dogs learn that if only sometimes they get attention when they...
Nikki Vacy-LyleSep 27, 20192 minIntroducing A New CatWhen 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...
Nikki Vacy-LyleSep 27, 20193 minInappropriate Toileting for CatsThis is one of the most common complaints owners have about their cat, yet it is a problem that is often misunderstood. Many owners,...
Nikki Vacy-LyleSep 27, 20192 minGuide To Toxic PlantsMany pet owners have come home to find that their carefully nurtured indoor and outdoor gardens have been damaged by their dogs’ and...
Nikki Vacy-LyleAug 23, 20192 minCats & ScratchingAll cats have an inbuilt need to scratch, it helps to provide exercise through stretching and provides visual and scent markers that help...
Nikki Vacy-LyleAug 23, 20195 minDog Body LanguageDogs are experts at solving and avoiding conflicts. In order to communicate effectively with our dogs and to understand what they are...
Nikki Vacy-LyleAug 23, 20194 minCat EnrichmentEnrichment is a method used to provide animals with occasions to express species appropriate behaviour. By offering your cat enrichment...
Nikki Vacy-LyleApr 24, 20192 minWinter Pet Care TipsAs the weather is beginning to get a little colder, it is important to consider how seasonal changes can affect your pets. The following...
Nikki Vacy-LyleApr 18, 20193 minTips for Having a Safe & Fun Easter With Your PetsWith Easter just around the corner, we start planning holiday meals, baking and looking forward to celebrating the holidays with family...
Nikki Vacy-LyleFeb 22, 20192 minThe Advantages of Pet Sitting versus Other Pet Care OptionsAdvantages For The Pet: - Pets are happier and experience less stress in their home environment - Home environment is safe and secure -...
Nikki Vacy-LyleFeb 20, 20192 minDon’t Entrust Your Pets’ Care To ‘Pet Lovers’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...
Nikki Vacy-LyleFeb 19, 20192 minHow To Walk Your Dog ResponsiblyThe RSPCA recommends teaching your dog to walk on a lead, but ‘loose lead walking’ and operates on the basic principles of reward-based...
Nikki Vacy-LyleFeb 15, 20196 minBringing Your New Puppy HomeWhat 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,...
Nikki Vacy-LyleFeb 7, 20191 minValentine's Day Pet Safety TipsValentine'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...
Nikki Vacy-LyleJan 30, 20195 minBringing Your New Kitten HomeWe 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...
Nikki Vacy-LyleNov 23, 20181 minRivonia Village Vet & Pet PA Pair Up For Education EveningRecently Rivonia Village Vet exclusively offered Pet PA an information evening where we got to learn all about Parasites and the...
Nikki Vacy-LyleNov 14, 20184 minTips To Keep Cool This SummerThe rising temperatures signal the fun summer months of braai's, vacations and more time spent outside. But, the hot summer days can also...
Nikki Vacy-LyleNov 8, 20182 minWhat To Do If Your Pet Goes MissingLosing 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...