Fun Facts: The number of muscles varies according to breed They can move each ear independently Ears express a dog’s emotions Dog’s ear canals are L-shaped, predisposing them to infections There are around 12 different ear shapes, from pointed to bat and dropped and just about everything in between
Do dogs really need dog beds? Most dogs sleep for 12 to 18 hours a day, and just like us a good night’s sleep helps maintain health and comfort, especially in older animals. Aging animals often experience pain causing issues such as arthritis, hip and elbow dysplasia, cervical instability and loss of muscle tone and […]
Our dog’s sleeping positions tell us a lot about how they are feeling and gives us an insight into their personality type. From the vetkoek, to the spatchcock, we can guarantee you know a dog that fits one or more of the descriptions. The Sprawler This sleeping position tells you that your mutt feels safe, […]
Muttley Crew Know How The Muttley Crew, as we have mentioned previously, is made up of a group of rescue dogs and their significant humans. With rescues we are never really certain what good or bad things they have experienced in life, and what will trigger fear associated behaviour or not. Taking the time for […]
Did you know that the Kruger National Park runs a special programme called Watchdog? That there are projects such as Dogs 4 Wildilfe who train and fully support specialist anti-poaching dogs in National Parks across Southern Africa and parks in need worldwide. KNP’s Project Watchdog This project makes use of Bloodhounds, Malinois, Foxhounds and Blue […]
Most of us have heard about the anti poaching dogs, explosive or drug sniffing dogs and a host of other specially trained hard working K9s. Have you ever thought about whether the danger they face, the years of the training and hard work pays off in a court of law? Is their evidence admissible? According […]
With most striving to live a healthier lifestyle, the focus on outdoor exercise such as hiking, running, cycling and rollerblading to name a few, is at an all time high. Added to this, most outdoor enthusiasts LOVE dogs and take their K9s on their adventures with them. Why use Safety Clothing? Just like humans, dogs […]
Often named as a mongrel, “soweto special”, mutt and other more unsavoury names, the Africanis is in fact a landrace breed, endemic to southern Africa with a proven lineage going back at least 7,000 years. The appearance of the Africanis can vary a little, depending on what prevailing types of dogs survived and bred in […]
Owning Boerboel is not for the faint of heart or novice dog owner. Their sheer size and weight alone dictates a need for confidence. Standing up to 69cm tall and weighing in between 50 and 90 kilograms, the Boerboel is the canine version of Eben Etsebeth; brave, loyal, not scared of a fight and intimidating […]
Whilst it is said that the Basenji can not bark, it is known for the unusual yodeling sound they make, when they have something to say. An ancient breed originating from the Congo, they are renowned for their speed and ability to both scent and sight hunt. Originally used to flush small game into hunters’ […]
As a proudly “local-is-lekker” company, we thought we would share some information on one of South Africa’s dog breeds, the iconic Rhodesian Ridgeback loved for its bravery and protective instinct and revered for its ability to assist hunters with their hunt for lions, and of course its iconic ridge. Brave enough to keep distracting and […]
Some dogs love baths, while others look they are being dragged to a horrible end. Have you ever wondered why your dogs gets the zoomies after a bath, whether they love it or not? Zoomies don’t only occur after a bath, they often occur for no apparent reason, but whatever the cause the comical way […]