Running With Lionel - For Darg

I wanted to document, share and, ultimately, use our running adventures to raise as much money for DARG as possible

Mad For Marley

I’ve always loved the look of a Pug. Call me crazy, but a squishy face, snub nose, stocky little body and curly tail scream cute to me!

Sir Archie's Tale

Archie’s life changed for the best when he was finally adopted

Sasha's Story

The hero dog who saved her owners’ lives

Our Bond, Our Travels

An unconditional love, an unspoken communication, and a trust that goes beyond words

Dogtown Lockdown

We don’t know what tomorrow brings, but we do know that our commitment to finding forever homes for our care will not change

Dig This – How To Get Your Dog To Stop Digging!

We love dogs. That’s why we get them. We plan on sharing our homes and our love with them. As we share our lives with them, we discover that some behaviours can become a nuisance.

Coronavirus & Your Pets

Dr Larry answers our questions about Coronavirus

Not Your Typical Veterinary Welfare Organisation

Picture this – it’s a typical South African hot summer morning, and as Daisy (our very own mobile theatre) pulls up with her striking blue and purple logos along with Rosie (our red runabout), the team gets out to “set up shop” for the day.

Pomeranian (-ology)

Lively and energetic little dogs who are very loyal to their families

Having Fun at Bryanston Shopping Centre

Having Fun at Bryanston Shopping Centre

Woolies Has All The Spoils For Your Furry Friends

Woolies Has All the Spoils for Your Furry Friends

Sight And Sound

Do music or movie soundtracks affect your dog, and can they actually watch television?

My Dogs Get The 'Zoomies'

My Dogs Get the "Zoomies"

My Dog Jumps In The Pool Constantly

My Dog Jumps in the Pool Constantly

Leaving On A Jet Plane

Our little family is united in our new home country

Dealing With Destructive Chewing

Distructive Chewing is One of the Most Common Behaviour Problems

Why Should I Insure My Dog?

Don’t Be Penny-wise and Pound-foolish!

2020 Pet Trends

2020 Pet Trends

Fun Indoor Ideas to Keep Your Dog Entertained

Fun Indoor Ideas to Keep Your Dog Entertained

Crufts 2020

Crufts 2020

SA Basset Adoptions – For The Love Of Basset Hounds

“You won’t change the world by saving an animal, but you will change that animal’s world”

Making The Right Choice For Your Dog

“Only if we understand can we care. Only if we care will we help. Only if we help shall all be saved.”

How Smart Is Your Dog?

Let’s cut to the chase on how remarkable dogs actually are!

Time For Tango

Tango has filled a void in my life

The SECRET language of BARKING

Common behaviour problems and their solutions

The Lowdown on Adoption

Every year in South Africa, thousands of beautiful dogs are given up to shelters

Staffie (-ology)

Loyal, affectionate and courageous

SAVING SNOOPY

Our patients’ stories are truly brave and heroic

A Texas-Size Tale of Love

Having lost my previous dog, Honey, to heartworms (a rampant parasite carried by mosquitoes, especially in Texas), the next day I went to Mont Belvieu Texas’ neighbouring animal shelter in Baytown in search of another family member, as I had more love to give.