Prevent animal cruelty with these 10 tips
Prevent animal cruelty by becoming pro-active in your efforts. It is no longer acceptable to just talk about it; you must start taking action. 1. Be a responsible pet owner. Learn and understand the best way to take care of your pets. Basic needs include food,...
The benefits of pet exercise
Pet exercise is important. How do you know if your dog is in prime condition? Ask yourself this, “does my dog get enough exercise?”. In addition to good eating habits, exercise can do a world of wonders for your fur-baby. Like humans, proper pet nutrition coupled with...
Adoption Story: Toto goes to her forever home
Hello, my name is Toto. Early 2020, my new mommy found me on a beach on Praslin whilst on holiday here in Seychelles. When she saw me, she knew she wanted to take me home to Hungary where she lives. She made a few calls and was able to bring me down to Mahé. Normally...
Get yourself adoption ready
Get yourself adoption ready, preparation and patience are key to a successful adoption. 1. RESOURCES Get the materials your dog/cat will need in advance. Your dog will need a collar and leash, a food and water bowl, a kennel or crate, and food. Don’t forget to get a...
Adoption Story: Sunny’s Happy Ever After
Hi, my name is Sunny Zizmann. I was born in Seychelles and lived part of my life on the beaches of Takamaka. I was found by my new family in February 2017 at Chez Batista, Takamaka. My dad had met a German-speaking guide on his holiday in Seychelles. With his help, he...
How your donation will help
It is our biggest wish that all the shelter animals get adopted but sadly this is not the reality. Many of the shelter animals stay with us for years.
Parvo, the silent killer
Canine Parvo Virus (CPV), commonly known as “Parvo”, is every new puppy owner’s worst nightmare. A perfectly healthy puppy can go from playful to fatally ill in a matter of days. So what exactly is this silent killer called Parvo? Parvo is a highly contagious viral...
Heartworm, should I be worried about my dog getting it?
Heartworm disease, dog heartworm, or Dirofilariosis is a parasitic roundworm that is spread from host to host through the bite of mosquitoes. These larvae live in the blood vessels. Heartworm is common in Seychelles and can be fatal to dogs if left untreated. To...
Do you suspect your pet has been poisoned?
When it comes to pet animals, poisoning is not a clear cut subject. It is not always the case of malicious poisoning so it is always good to know the signs to look out for and what is good to have at home to help in such cases. Read further for info on what you can do if you suspect that your pet has been poisoned.
New programme pairing inmates and stray dogs in Seychelles hopes to spread love
A new programme is pairing inmates and unwanted domestic animals in an initiative from the Seychelles Prison Service and the Seychelles Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA). The programme is designed to address the growing problem of stray dogs and...