Family pets

The mum said their dog was always calm and placid. A toddler has been brutally injured after her family dog attacked her. The girl’s parents were stunned when their “perfect” St. Bernard bit her. Speaking about the horror attack, the girl’s mum said she found her 1-year-old covered in blood. Mum-of-two Lizanne Naudé revealed that […]

4 years ago

Halloween is a fun night most of us look forward to. However, keep in mind if your family has a pet, especially a cat or a dog, this is often not the case for them. Because although we love the thoughts of fireworks, trick-or-treaters and bonfires, your four-legged friend does not. But luckily, Village Vets, […]

5 years ago

Such sad news. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are both dog lovers, and got their beloved black English Cocker Spaniel puppy, Lupo, back in 2011. Lupo was, of course, an important family member in the Cambridge family, and no doubt a bit of a ‘big brother’ to all three Cambridge children, George, Charlotte and […]

6 years ago

Fun for pets and the kids. Keeping the kids entertained right now can be tricky. I know in my house we’ve done everything from baking to playing sports to painting pictures on our windows. After a few weeks in lockdown you start to run low on ideas. As well as our kids a lot of […]

6 years ago

If you have been on the fence about getting a pet, this might just help you make that decision. Lots of studies have previously shown the health benefits of having a family pet – it can make children less anxious, and it’s great for learning responsibility – but did you know a having a pet […]

6 years ago

They don’t call it man’s best friend for nothing. If you have been on the fence for a while about whether or not to add a dog to your family, this study might be what tip the scales for you. According to a study conducted by the American Academy of Pediatrics, children living in homes […]

7 years ago