Pets Magazine

Singapore turns 52 this August, and we couldn’t be prouder. As such, this issue celebrates all things local. From fun, Singapore-themed photo ideas for your pocket pets (pg 12) to honouring our nation’s working dogs (pg 20) to a heartwarming tale abo

We live in a world that allows us to stay connected to one another, so why shouldn't we be constantly tuned in to our beloved furkid's day? With KYON's clever GPS pet collar, you'll know almost everything about your pooch—from where he is to what he'

How absorbent is the peed pad? How well does it control odour? How often does it need to be changed? from www.doggyfriend.com Price: $29.90 for 24 pieces (60cm X 90cm) Features: Attached to a lilac-hued waterproof plastic base, the white absorbent si

A kitten lies in rest within a recovery crate at PAVC—not an uncommon sight at a vet clinic. However, what draws our attention are laminated coloured tags printed with the words ‘DNR’ (do not resuscitate) and ‘seizure watch’ hanging on the grilles of

singapore’s muggy climate is bad news for pooches that are prone to skin ailments as it encourages the proliferation of bacteria or yeast on the epidermis. While some skin conditions are a result of genetic predisposition and can only be controlled w

thunder rumbles in the distance, the sky starts to turn dark, and your furkid starts to pant and tremble uncontrollably. Darting around and visibly terrified, he desperately searches for a hiding place. He may even become aggressive or injure himself

as a dog owner of 15 years, I used to wonder what my furkids got up to all day when I was slogging away at work to put kibble in their bowls. My curiosity was further piqued when I’d occasionally return home to criminal activity like pee puddles on t

• Size Medium to large; 34 to 61 kg. • Height 59 to 69cm. • Colours Black, tan and mahogany. • Grooming frequency Weekly brushing, with daily brushing recommended when the dog sheds. • Exercise Active breed; requires frequent physical activity. • Tem

• Size 20 to 30cm long. • Colours Dark brown, and olive brown. • Exercise Minimal exercise required. • Temperament Energetic and hardy. • Lifespan 25 to 30 years. • Health issues Shell rot (SCUD), and diarrhoea caused by amoebiasis. • Suitable for fi

SANG SHIN, 42, TECHNOLOGY CHANGE AGENT JAMIE ALISON KLOOR-SHIN, 37, HUMANITARIAN/MODEL SABLE, 9, LABRADOR It’s been more than a year since Sang Shin and Jamie Alison Kloor-Shin moved to Singapore, but their beloved pooch Sable still can’t get used to

Email your questions to asktheexpert@petsmagazine.com.sg You may have worked out a schedule for your puppy and he may have been doing well, but it’s not uncommon for a pup to suddenly pee before his scheduled time or pee in the house right after bein

Spondylosis Deformans is usually seen in the lumbar vertebrae (the five vertebrae between the rib cage and the pelvis) of dogs and the thoracic vertebrae (the small bones that form the vertebral spine in the upper trunk) of cats. The condition is cau

Email your questions to asktheexpert@petsmagazine.com.sg The condition may have started some time ago. The hair loss probably progressed very slowly until it gradually became more apparent. As it does not seem to bother your cat, it should not be cau

Your little hamster is indeed overweight. A healthy weight for an adult Roborovski should range from 25 to 35g. Being overweight can be a common problem for small critters like Roboroki hamsters, as it is very easy to overfeed these little ones. Thei

There are a few things to be aware of when adopting a former breeding dog. Firstly, has she been de-sexed? Some shelters sterilise these dogs before placing them into a new home, but some don’t. If not, it is a good idea to get this done once she has

Email your questions to asktheexpert@petsmagazine.com.sg Schnauzer bumps are clogged hair follicles that often surface on the back of Miniature Schnauzers. These follicles are clogged with keratin and sebum, which doesn’t usually pose an issue to the