Avian Flu & Your Pets: What’s the Risk in the Western Cape?
There have been confirmed cases of Avian Influenza (bird flu) in wild and domestic birds across the Western Cape. Understandably, many pet parents are wondering: can dogs or cats get it too? ✅ What We Know Avian flu mainly affects wild birds and poultry, but in rare cases, it can spread to some mammals. The […]
Why Pet Insurance Matters
Pet Insurance in South Africa Why Cat&Dogsure Pet Insurance? There are plenty of insurers out there – but Cat&Dogsure was built differently. We’re a boutique pet insurer, not a faceless corporation.That means: The Bottom Line Your pets are family. And family deserves protection. Don’t cancel your cover – and if you’re choosing where to start […]
Pet First Aid Kit
Discover 10 must-have items for your pet first aid kit. Keep dogs and cats safe in emergencies with these essential supplies. 🐾
Why Pet Parents Are Choosing Cat&Dogsure
When it comes to protecting your pet, not all insurers are created equal. That’s why Cat&Dogsure stands out. As a boutique pet insurance brand, Cat&Dogsure offers something rare: real, personal service. No frustrating call centers – just quick, direct communication via WhatsApp with a friendly, experienced team who actually knows your pet’s name. 🐱🐶 We […]
Why We Call Our Pets Snufflebum and Boop: What Linguists Say
🐾 If your dog’s real name is “Max,” but you call him “Boopie Snoot” half the time – you’re not alone. According to linguists, giving pets silly nicknames isn’t just a quirk. It’s part of how we as pet parents bond, show affection, and play with language. 🐈 Pets quickly move from “Fernando” to “Snorkelpuff” […]
Should you feed your dog before or after exercise?
Recently one of the Cat&Dogsure team members saw a dog lose their breakfast on an early morning exercise walk. This posed an important topic to broach: Feeding dogs before or after walks. First Step: ALWAYS talk to your vet about your pet’s health, feeding and exercise routine. The general consensus is that it’s best to […]
Canine Hip Dysplasia – Lessons learned from a Pet Insurer
The three big questions What is Canine Hip Dysplasia? Is my dog likely to develop it? How much is it going to cost me? In this short article, we hope to address these three important questions to help you make decisions about what breed of dog to adopt and how to be prepared for the […]
What exactly is your pet eating?
We all want our pets to have the longest, happiest life they can, and how we feed them is a huge part of that. It’s important then, for pet parents to educate themselves on the best food options for our cats and dogs. As a pet insurance product designed with the well-being of the family […]
From Shelter to Home: How to Introduce and Insure Your Rescue Dog
While there’s nothing wrong with pure-bred dogs, the team at Cat&Dogsure are fans of the humble mutt, rescued from a local shelter. Adopting a dog from a rescue organisation is a wonderful thing to do, as you can give a loving home to a dog who would otherwise face a bleak future and probably end […]
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