Nobles of Camelot

22/08/2025

Mass sterilizations as cause of chronic illness in dogs

21/08/2025

ONS EET VLEIS !!!
Hoe geniet ons as mense nie bietjie lekker biltong, 'n lekker tjoppie of 'n steak en stuk wors nie. Hoeveel te meer sal ons honde, wat van nature karnivore (vleisvreters ) is, nie smag na 'n lekker stukkie vleis nie. Sal dit nie sonde wees om hierdie honde kinders van ons hulle hele lewe lank te hou op 'n dieet van net mieliepap of ander stysels nie.

Want laat ons reguit wees, dit is wat die inhoud is van feitlik al die droe hondkosse (insluitend die sogenaamde premium hondekosse) - mielies, graan, miskien rys. En dit is 50%-90% van inhoud alhoewel die produsente so vaag moontlik wil wees. Maar kyk op die fynskrif wat is die inhoud (nie wat op die prentjie is of wat hulle wil voor gee nie) Die eerste produk genoem in lys van inhoud is die hoof inhoud en sal 50%-90% van inhoud wees.

En as vleisvreters het ons honde VLEIS nodig. Hulle hele verteringstelsel is ontwikkel om vleis die beste te verteer. Magdom studies wat dit duidelik toon en dit het massiewe impak op hulle gesondheid as ander kos die grootste deel van hulle dieet uitmaak. Verskeie studies toon ongeveer 25% verskil in lewensverwagting tussen honde wat hoofsaaklik graan as dieet het en die wat hoofsaaklik vleis as dieet het. Internasionaal is top honde kos deskundiges soos Dr Karin Becker, Dr Louden, Dr Judy Morgan en Rodney Habib almal in ooreenstemming in die verband.

Die ideaal is om miskien 'n gebalanseerde rou vleis dieet te voer of as jy verkies om 'n droe kos te voer een wat hoofsaaklik vleis is soos Farmina (in verskillende produkte 64% tot 80% vleis en proteine 90% tot 98% afkomstig uit vleis.

Farmina produkte het vleisinhoud beskikbaar van hoender of lam of wildevark of vis. Nobles of Camelot vesrprei Farmina nasionaal, gratis koerier aflewering en pryse substansieel laer as by veearts winkels. Kontak gerus vir Henk WhatsApp 078 065 3360 vir enige vrae, vir advies of om te bestel

In die foto is Camelot's King Arthur besig om heerlik te smul aan 'n stuk koedoevleis.

12/08/2025

NOBLES OF CAMELOT - DISTRIBUTORS OF FARMINA PET FOOD
Nobles of Camelot are distributors nationally of Farmina pet food. Our prices are at least 5% lower than retail and with nationwide free courier delivery to your chosen delivery address.

If you wish to feed a dry food that is also appropriate for dogs, that is predominantly meat, FARMINA is the best option in South Africa. We offer free consultation and advise regarding dog food and the most appropriate product for your dog. This is backed by extensive experience and in depth knowledge base

For free and no obligation consultation, pricelist and details of food please WhatsApp Henk 078 0653360

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08/08/2025

"Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is the second most common heart disease in dogs. In recent years, concerns have been raised regarding a potential association between grain-free dog foods and the development of DCM.

To evaluate this possible connection, this study randomized healthy adult dogs to one of four complete and balanced diets, each formulated with different ingredients, to assess their impact on cardiac function and overall health over an 18-month period.

The diets included:

A grain-free diet with potatoes and peas
A grain-inclusive diet with peas and pea fiber
A grain-inclusive diet without peas or potatoes
A grain-free diet with potatoes

No changes in cardiac function were observed between the grain-free and grain-inclusive groups, and taurine levels remained unaffected by diet.

These results show that foods designed to provide similar nutritional profiles—regardless of specific ingredients—supported heart health in healthy adult dogs. This study highlights the importance of balanced, high-quality nutrition in maintaining canine heart health."

05/08/2025

NOBLES OF CAMELOT – PRINCIPLES OF OUR DOG FOOD DISTRIBUTION
For Nobles of Camelot the non negotiable primary concern is the BEST INTEREST OF DOGS. Yes, we also want to make a profit, but that is secondary – we shall never sell a product(s) just for the sake of selling a product, we shall ONLY market and sell that which we consider in the best interest of dogs. We do market and sell FARMINA, which we consider the best dry dog food available in South Africa, but even in their product range there are several products we refuse to market and sell (based on local and international feedback of certain problems experienced)

Directly flowing from this principle we shall also advise on balanced raw feeding and other pragmatic do it yourself in between options for those that require a cheaper alternative than FARMINA or raw feeding, but that will be more nutritious and better for dogs health than the usual commercial food.

Directly flowing from putting dogs interest first, we also have no choice but to disclose the extremely negative health impacts from the normal dry dog food diets.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE BASE
We base our advice on “Canine and Feline Nutrition” by Case, Daristotle, Hayek, Raasch – the standard reference and instruction manual for put nutrition in Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand, considered the “Bible” for pet nutrition and the books and articles of internationally renowned pet nutritionists Prof Karen Becker, Dr Peter Tobias, Rodney Habib and Dr Judy Morgan. We also use a wide range of peer reviewed health and nutrition research that is applicable to dogs. Myself has practical firsthand experience as former registered breeder and owner and also have a large international network of friends that are breeders, dog owners and vets that give me feedback.

Sorry, but we place zero to minimal value to the writings of “researchers” employed by pet food companies, they write what their employers want them to write and what they are paid to write, it is not independent research. I think at best it can described as “advertising”, methinks it is more a spreading of deliberate falsehoods to promote the dog foods companies interests.

DOGS ARE PRIMARILY CARNIVORES
Our premise, backed by science, is that dogs are PRIMARILY CARNIVORES. They are not so fully carnivores as for instance cats, as they have historically also eaten berries, fruits, even some grass. And yes as they have been domesticated, they have to a lesser or greater extent scavenged. But still primarily carnivores as indicated by shorter intestine that cannot properly digest things like grain and their total lack of salivary amylase to enable them to digest starches and high acidic ph that easily digest meat and fats.

According to numerous peer reviewed research articles it has also been shown that dogs on a predominantly MEAT based diet has up to 25% higher life expectancy than dogs on a grain based kibble diet and also much better health.

Therefore a balanced raw diet that contains all essential nutrients is a good option. We distribute FARMINA as alternative option for those that prefer not to feed raw or not able to feed fully nutritionally balanced raw diet. FARMINA is 64% - 80% meat and 90% -98% of protein from meat

PERSONAL SERVICE AND ADVICE
We are not a supermarket where you pick from the shelf or offering a huge variety where you pick which brand you wish. In our opinion if you act in the interest of dogs you can only offer that which is best/ that is suitable for dog(s). We actually have a big question mark whether any company or any vetshop that stocks lot of rubbish food that they get massive kickbacks and much higher profit margins, can and will give you correct advice.

We also do not rely on AI, remember AI is always giving you the answer as programmed or according to input and will give you the answer according to the agenda of the owners of that AI.

We shall give advice according to your dogs need(s) or requirements and based on our knowledge and experience. We therefore always welcome being contacted by our clients and them discussing their dogs and their nutrition with us.

You are therefore also invited to contact us and discuss with us your dogs requirement within the context of above. Please WhatsApp Henk 078 0653360. We also distribute FARMINA at lower than the retail price and with free courier delivery to your chosen delivery address.

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30/07/2025

Have you ever caught yourself adding sprouted seeds to your dinner and thought, 'can I share this with my dog?' 🐶 (the answer is yes!)

I wrote a blog about the do's and don'ts when it comes to feeding veggies to your dogs, including the warming and cooling aspects to consider. BTW, for those of you who like numbers, splitting the veggies into leafy and non-leafy and keeping their balance will work. However, this is not the only correct ratio. Be flexible and creative similar to your healthy diet.

Check it out here:
https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/vegetables-for-dogs

28/07/2025

NO KILL !!!!!

Germany's Animal Welfare Act prohibits killing any vertebrate animal without legitimate reasons like serious illness, uncontrollable suffering, or real danger to public safety.

This means convenience euthanasia, killing healthy or treatable animals due to lack of space, funding, or adoption prospects, is strictly forbidden in all shelters nationwide.

Every animal's life is legally protected unless a veterinarian verifies and documents that euthanasia is truly necessary for medical or safety reasons.

As a result, German shelters function as practical no kill sanctuaries, legally obligated to care for every animal admitted, often for months or years, until a suitable home is found.

This approach has fostered a culture of responsibility and compassion, with shelters investing heavily in rehabilitation, rehoming, and lifelong care.

Germany's model is now recognized worldwide as a benchmark in progressive animal welfare, proving that clear legal protections and community support can virtually eliminate routine shelter euthanasia.

Sometimes the most revolutionary act is simply making compassion mandatory instead of optional.



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