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How To Maximise The Chance Of An Adoption Success
Getting a new dog is an exciting time for all the family, especially if you’ve decided to offer a home to a rescue dog. But adopted dogs are the pets most likely to be returned to the rescue centre, so it’s important to be prepared….

How to Prevent Dog Bites
Most of the time, dogs are our loveable, tail wagging friends – but sometimes even the most placid of dogs can snap. Part of being

Join our feral cat programme!
As part of our feral cat programme, Farmer’s Choice took up the gauntlet and in exchange for a donation. Their 10 cats(plus one kitten –

Rabies: the facts, symptoms and treatment
FACTS Rabies has the highest case fatality rate of any infectious disease. Rabies is 100% preventable. Rabies is a disease of ALL MAMMALS (including humans)

CANINE DISTEMPER
CANINE DISTEMPER VIRUS What you need to know. This is a viral disease that affects a wide range of mammal families including domestic and wild

Spay Sister Campaign by the TNR Trust
TNR TRUST joined a special group of women vets based in the UK called the Spay Sisters to do a 9 days campaign in Ruai,

Together we can kick rabies out of Kenya
TNR TRUST aims to help eradicate rabies in Kenya. We do this through free vaccination and sterilisation campaigns for dogs and cats in low-income urban

OF HAPPY ENDINGS… Special Rescues!
It is so heartwarming when adopters are willing to take on SPECIAL RESCUES. Semi blind Zack was adopted by a family with children and he

TRAVEL CRATES FOR HIRE
Preparing for domestic travel? Are you taking your pet with you? It’s critical that your pet travels in the right size crate for him or

THE GARDEN CITY FERAL CAT PROGRAM
They may not have a warm blanket to go home to but that doesn’t mean they have to remain neglected. Feral cats are not accustomed

A CASE FOR THE UNOWNED CAT
Did you know that Unowned/Feral Cats live in colonies and being territorial keep strange cats from encroaching? These cats gravitate towards places where they can

PUPPY OR ADULT DOG: WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
So you are thinking of adopting a dog. Have you concluded the puppy vs adult dog debate? Adorable as they are, puppies are a lot

GUARD DOGS
GUARD DOGS We have heard it all! • A dog locked away in a dark small box will be fierce guard dog at night. •

LOST PET PREVENTION
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR PET! Nobody intends it, but lost dogs and cats happen: an experience no one should ever have to go through. However,

PET NUTRITION
What should I feed my dog/cat? The best advice you can receive about feeding your pet is this: feed your pet the highest-quality food you

Transmissible Venereal Tumors in Dogs
Transmissible venereal tumors (TVT) are tumors that arise from the dysregulated growth of cells called histiocytes. It is sexually transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact with the

THE ADVENTUROUS RESCUE OF LAMU
THE ADVENTUROUS RESCUE OF LAMU (Story by: Esther Altorfer) In September 2021, we adopted Lamu from TNR Trust. He was the perfect dog: gentle, clean

DOGS AND COMMUNICATION
DOGS AND COMMUNICATION Good communication goes beyond words; tone of voice and body language is part of the package. Our pets rely on just body
DOGS AND CHILDREN
DOGS AND CHILDREN Whether you have your own or meet the occasional pet in your neighborhood or the park, it’s important to help your kids

PETS AND INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
RELOCATING WITH YOUR PET? Relocating with your pet isn’t as simple as buying a ticket and boarding the plane. Elaborate procedures need to be followed.

DANGER LURKS IN DEPO-PROVERA
DANGER LURKS IN DEPO-PROVERA The below radiograph is a lateral chest view of a 9 year old intact female dog who had been on Medroxyprogesterone

DO MORE WITH AND FOR YOUR DOG!
DO MORE WITH AND FOR YOUR DOG! “It is far better to take a 20-minute walk every day than a 2-hour walk on Sunday.” Lack


DOG WHEELCHAIRS FOR HIRE
These wheelchairs are really great for dogs with weak or paralyzed back legs. They give balance, stability and the ability to go on walks without

CAT TRAPS FOR HIRE
Is your neighborhood overwhelmed with feral cats? TNR has humane and efficient traps available for rent For a donation to TNR Trust, you can rent

IT DOESN’T HAPPEN OVERNIGHT!
UPEPO DIARIES- STORIES FROM AN ADOPTER Part 1 – Introduction to a New Home Our decision to adopt a dog was not a difficult one.

IT DOESN’T HAPPEN OVERNIGHT!
UPEPO DIARIES- STORIES FROM AN ADOPTER Part 2 – A New Dog with Children I’ve learned that children and dogs are not the most natural

IT DOESN’T HAPPEN OVERNIGHT!
UPEPO DIARIES- STORIES FROM AN ADOPTER Part 3 – Ongoing Training At first Upepo was nervous of cars, bikes, loud noises and people, and hated

MOVING WITH YOUR DOG- AN EXPAT STORY
A couple years after moving to Nairobi, we felt ready to share our life with a dog again. Once we started to get the pang

SENSITIVE STOMACH?
Your dog’s digestive system is crucial in making sure all of the nutrients from their food can be absorbed and used. While some dogs are

A ‘PRESENT’ PROBLEM
Its that time of the year again when waging tails are tucked under Christmas trees. But do pets really make good good holiday gifts? Caring

HOLIDAY GIFT BASKET AUCTION
You’re Invited! Bring your canine best friend(s) for a Photo Session with SANTA PAWS! This Saturday 3rd December from 10am to 4pm At One Off Gallery Garden #16 Rosslyn