Author: BERNADETTE REISNER
Do cats purr when humans aren’t around?
Why do cats purr? Humans tend to think that purring is a sign of happiness in a cat – and indeed it can be – but there are other reasons why our feline friends produce this particular vocalisation. Purring is a habit that develops very early in a cat’s life, while suckling from its mother, […]
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Are you a cat whisperer? How to read Fluffy’s facial expressions
Cats are popular pets: there are an estimated 200 million pet cats worldwide, with more pet cats than pet dogs. Cats live in about 38 per cent of Canadian households, 25.4 per cent of American households and 25 per cent of European households. Cats also seem to be a great source of entertainment. There are two million cat videos on YouTube and […]
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Why the low hygiene standards between vets and pets?
We all know hygiene is paramount in hospitals, necessary to protect patients and staff alike. But while medical staff usually wear protection when conducting examinations on infectious patients and hospitals have isolation wards, the same doesn’t always extend to our furry (or feathered) friends. This was recently confirmed in our survey of Australian veterinarians, published […]
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A ROMANTIC WEEKEND IN PONTE VEDRA BEACH
Imagine spending a romantic oceanfront weekend on one of Florida’s least-crowded glistening white sandy beaches, awaking to the sound of waves crashing in the distance. As you pull open your curtains, you crawl back into bed to watch Mother Nature’s early morning pageantry as the sun slowly rises over the Atlantic. It’s your first morning in Ponte […]
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PLAN A CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY VACATION: WHERE TO STAY, SIP AND SAVOUR
For wine lovers, there’s no better way to spend a weekend, or a week, than a California wine country vacation. Russian River, Sonoma and Napa Valley offer great farm-to-table food, delicious wine and relaxation in a gorgeous setting. California is one of the leading winemaking regions in the world. More than 600,000 acres of the Golden State […]
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SURPRISING THINGS TO DO IN VIRGINIA BEACH BEYOND THE SAND AND SEA
Beach destinations are all about the sun, sand and sea. I usually assume there’s not much else to such places beyond the proverbial trinket shops and restaurants. Virginia Beach, however, defies expectations. This lovely, coastal community does indeed have wonderful, white sand beaches. But, there are so many more things to do in Virginia Beach that may […]
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Creamy KitKat Shake
Yearning for a thick, creamy chocolaty shake, but don’t feel like ordering from outside! Well, we have got your back and we are sure this homemade KitKat shake will make you ditch store bought drinks. To make this creamy chocolaty shake you just need a few simple ingredints along with a pack of Kitkat and […]
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Mashed Pumpkin
Be it grilled chicken or veggies, simple mashed potatoes does wonders for the dish while eating. As potatoes have high starch and fat content, here is the healthiest alternative that you can prepare for your family and friends, and you will be getting accolades for the same. Mashed Pumpkin is an easy-to-make side dish recipe […]
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Olive Corn Pizza
Who doesn’t like having a scrumptious and cheesy pizza? Be it a snack or a meal, pizza is the ultimate comfort food that is loved by people of all ages. This Women’s Day, celebrate your love for food by trying out this super easy recipe of Olive Corn Pizza. Made with just a handful of […]
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Oatmeal Balls
Oatmeal Balls is a delicious no-bake snack/dessert that you can whip up in no time. If you have kids at home, then you need to try this recipe for sure. This healthy and tasty Oatmeal Ball recipe would be loved by kids and they won’t stop asking for more. Instead of refined sugar, we have […]
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