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August 29, 2025 In News and articles By Jorisna Bonthuys

Dog poisoning

Dog poisoning is more common than you might think. According to Vets Now, pet poisonings are one of the most common emergencies their vets have. Roughly, 9 out of 10 of the poisonings they see happen while pets are in their own home. During certain seasons, they...

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July 6, 2025 In News and articles By Jorisna Bonthuys

How do dogs ‘see’ with their noses?

You may have heard the expression that dogs ‘see with their noses.’ But these creature’s amazing nasal architecture actually reveals a whole world beyond what we can see. Alexandra Horowitz illustrates how the dog’s nose can smell the past, the future and even things that...

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July 6, 2025 In News and articles By Jorisna Bonthuys

Why do dogs eat poo? A canine scientist explains

When miniature dachshund Valerie was captured after 529 days alone in the wilds of Australia’s Kangaroo Island, experts speculated she survived partly by eating other animals’ poo.  While this survival tactic may have saved the resilient sausage dog, it highlights a behaviour that makes many dog owners cringe.  This...

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July 6, 2025 In News and articles By Jorisna Bonthuys

Beyond barking and body language

Effective communication is essential for understanding and strengthening the bond between humans and dogs. While barking and body language are well-known aspects of canine communication, dogs use a wide array of signals to convey their emotions, intentions, and needs.Barking: A multifaceted vocalisationBarking is one of...

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July 6, 2025 In News and articles By Jorisna Bonthuys

The Zoomies explained

If you’ve ever seen your dog suddenly burst into a high-speed sprint around the house or garden with tail tucked, eyes wild, body twisting with joy, you’ve witnessed what’s fondly known as 'the zoomies'. Technically termed frenetic random activity periods, these explosive bursts of energy...

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