What You'll Need Grooming your dog at home needn't be a traumatic experience for you or them. It's important to remember that you probably won't do as good a job as your usual pet groomer or mobile parlour would, but that's okay. Make the at-home grooming experience a good one by remaining calm and having […]

Who Are They? Raw Food for Pets is the leading provider of biologically species appropriate raw food diets, holistic and natural supplements in Gauteng. Raw Food for Pets is operated by Blue Sage Distribution. Based in Johannesburg, they deliver registered meals from Doggobone, Simply Pets, Dogmatters and Raw Love to your home in Gauteng and […]

Hide and Treat This is a little game we like to call Hide and Treat - you place treats around the house for your dog to find! When they find the treats they are rewarded by eating them. By playing this game you will help to create new routines in your dog's day-to-day life. Maybe […]

What Is It? Calling out all of the quiz fans and competitive peeps out there to come and join the exciting SPCA Sandton Pub Quiz at the Killarney country Club. So bring all your family and friends to come have a fun filled night. Plus, who doesn't like supporting little fluffy friends. Get your ticket now! When Is […]

Santa Cause For Paws Santa Cause For Paws is a registered NCP in Joburg. Their aim is to assist unwanted, homeless or otherwise neglected animals in any way they can. They do this mostly through raising funds on their website. Despite the name, this organisation runs year-round in a bid to help as much as […]

Zoo Lake This park, located in the aptly named Parkview, has been a favourite among Joburg residents for many years now. And we can see why. The park boasts boat rides, a fountain, restaurant and a sports club and pub. Spend the afternoon paddling away in a boat watching the ducks go about their day. […]

What Is It? Time for some fun in the sun with some cute furry friends at the SPCA, bring the whole family to play a part in raising funds at the Randburg SPCA Carnival. All the animals will be there so you can also see all the cuties. The Carnival will be a fun filled […]

Pets Rabbits Many people adopt rabbits, especially during Easter, without knowing the full consequences. Rabbits can be notoriously difficult to care for, especially for children. They need a lot of care such as food, daily exercise outside their cage and special food. Many people choose to "set them free" and leave them in a park. […]

Ark Animal Centre This amazing animal charity specialises in caring for puppies and pregnant dogs, which they take in from across Gauteng. They are self-funded and have a no-suffer policy. We love what great care they take of all the furbabies in their care. This Mandela Day, on 18 July 2019, you can spend your […]

This animal charity store, located in North Riding, is one of our favourites. They offer a wide variety of good quality trinkets, at a low price. And all the proceeds go to various animal shelters. There are plenty of other reasons to shop at this good-hearted store. Here they are: Retail Therapy SAINTs sells a […]

Why Adopt There are many misconceptions out there that animals in shelters are broken, that you can't find the breed you want and that there are only old animals available. None of these could be further from the truth. Shelter animals are full of love and affection, and still have a full life to live […]

What Is It? With a credible heritage of almost a quarter of a century, WODAC - World of Dogs and Cats has evolved to become the not-to-be-missed pet event of the year! As the adage goes, change is the only constant and a new management team means an opportunity to rethink and reinvent. The new name […]

There's A Few Foodie Delights Whether you're looking for a lovely spot to enjoy some afternoon tea or looking to start off your day with a hearty breakfast, Lifestyle Garden Centre has a few spot to choose from. In the mood for some Moroccan, then be sure to stop by the Moroccan Lifestyle Cafe (the […]

What Is It? Looking to take it easy on Easter weekend? Then why not lay back with the festivities at the two-day Bespoke Garden Market at The Stables Village Centre? There's going to be exciting Easter entertainment perfect for the whole family, including the furry ones (please ensure that they're on a leash as there […]

What Is It? The Stables Village Market will be hosting a Car Boot Sale. Here, you will experience the feel of the country lifestyle without having to leave the city. This is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing meal with family, sit back and relax. Literally taking old stables and converting it into a set of […]

What Is It? The Spring Expo is hosted annually by St Andrew’s School for Girls. This community event has been running for 9  years and has become a highly-anticipated event with several stalls and many fun-filled activities. The event supports local businesses and trade as well as benefitting the St Andrew’s teams. Over 100 stalls • […]

What Is It? We all love going to a market, right? Well, the Moonlight Market at The Stables in Fourways is one you should definitely check out. Come for a stroll under the stars as you browse through the vendors while enjoying a glass of bubbly or craft beer. Later, enjoy a meal from one of the […]

Shots! Not that kind of shot! Vaccination is as important for puppies as it is for new humans. According to the South African Veterinary Association there are four core diseases that our furry friends need to be vaccinated against: Canine distemper Canine adenovirus infections Canine parvovirus infection Rabies These vaccines are very important in managing […]

What Was It? Over the long weekend, you don't want to miss out on the magical Easter Folk Market and Fairy Festival. Spend the day meandering through a real forest, spot the fairies and see their little houses along the Faerie Trail. Make sure you put on your prettiest fairy outfit and fairy wings, as […]

What Was It? Spend some quality time with your family at In The Forest's Open Days. Gather the kids and enjoy a day of outdoor fun complete with awesome activities such as forest trails, fairy trails, forest zip-lining, archery, tomahawk tosses, tree climbing, pony rides and splashing in the pond filled with hay! Grab a […]