Puff adders are a common, highly venomous snake found in most of South Africa, including KwaZulu-Natal. They’re chunky, well-camouflaged, and often lie still. Because of this, curious dogs are usually bitten when they disturb the snake. Puff adder bites in dogs should be treated as an emergency. Here is a simple, vet-approved guide on what…

Canine parvovirus, commonly called parvo or “katgriep” in Afrikaans, is one of the most serious and highly contagious viral diseases in dogs. It poses the greatest risk to puppies and unvaccinated dogs, and without prompt treatment, it can be fatal. How Parvo Spreads The virus is shed in the feces of infected dogs and spreads…