House of Paws

29/10/2026

29/10/2026

Some stories deserve to be seen. Some faces deserve to be remembered. And some dogs have been waiting far too long for someone to see just how special they are 💚

This weekend, Unbound Art Studio came to meet our very own Solo, the dog featured in this beautiful portrait 🎨🐶

As part of Myths, Mysteries & Little Paws, a collaboration between Unbound Art Studio, MeanKat Cafe, 9 Lives Café, we're bringing together art, storytelling, and rescue animals in the hope of helping them find the loving homes they deserve.

And Solo is one of the very special faces at the heart of this project.

At 9 years old, Solo has already been through more than any dog should have to endure. Found thin, injured and frightened on a dirt road, his past is one we may never fully know. But we do know the Solo we see today: a gentle boy who loves cuddles, gives kisses and still has so much love left to give 🥹💚

His portrait is a reminder that behind every rescue animal is an individual with a story, a personality, and a heart waiting to be loved.

We hope that by sharing his face, his story, and now his beautiful portrait, the right person might finally see him and realise that their family isn't complete without him.

A heartfelt thank you to Unbound Art Studio, MeanKat Cafe and 9 Lives Dessert Cafe for being part of this beautiful initiative and helping us shine a light on the animals still waiting for their happy endings 💚

📞 031 736 9093
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📍 53 Artesia Avenue, D657 Road, Hammarsdale

29/10/2026

Lost Souls Animal Rescue Kzn have an AMAZING Lucky Draw. A 7-night getaway to Marloth Park bordering the Kruger National Park.

We so need to raise R500 URGENTLY for Chasey Boys Food. Please share and help us get enough entries to pay for his food 🙏

Click the link to enter:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19BZeAyFt3/

17/07/2026

🐾 DOES YOUR DOG’S ITCHY SKIN START IN THE GUT?
 
A new study adds to the growing evidence that many dogs with atopic dermatitis (environmental allergies) don’t just have a skin problem—they also have a gut problem.
 
Researchers found:
• Dogs with more severe allergies had greater evidence of intestinal damage.
• Biomarkers suggested increased intestinal permeability (“leaky gut”).
• Skin hydration declined as allergy severity increased.
• The findings support an important connection between gut health and skin health—the gut-skin axis.
 
What does this mean for pet parents?
 
If your dog struggles with chronic itching, licking, recurrent ear infections, or inflamed skin, focusing only on the skin may miss part of the picture. Supporting a healthy intestinal barrier and microbiome, while addressing the underlying cause of inflammation, may be an important part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
 
Healthy skin starts from within. The gut and skin are deeply connected, and science continues to reinforce that caring for one helps support the other.
 
Unlike many probiotics that contain only a handful of human-derived strains, Primitive Probiotics™ combines canine-derived strains, soil-based probiotics, Saccharomyces boulardii, and wolf-derived strains to help support a healthier microbiome, a stronger gut barrier, normal immune function, and healthy skin from the inside out.
 
Because when it comes to allergies, supporting the skin may be only part of the solution—supporting the gut may be just as important.
 
👉 Comment BETTERBELLY and we’ll send you all the details.

09/06/2026

One of the things I love most about what I do is helping owners navigate the often confusing world of pet nutrition.

Recently I've been working with a lovely client in Cape Town whose boy, Logan, was struggling with severe digestive and acid reflux issues. Finding the right diet wasn't a quick fix — it took patience, careful observation, regular updates, and a willingness to make adjustments along the way.

Every dog is different. What works beautifully for one may not work for another, and Logan certainly reminded us of that!

The wonderful news is that after a lot of teamwork, trial and refinement, Logan is now doing incredibly well. Seeing him comfortable, happy, enjoying his food and his treats again has been such a rewarding journey for both his owner and me.

This is why I'm so passionate about nutrition. It's never just about food. It's about improving quality of life, one dog at a time.

Thank you to Logan's mum for trusting me to be part of his journey and for keeping me updated every step of the way. Messages like yours absolutely make my day. ❤️🐾