The Dog Guru SA Whole Dog Wisdom

22/06/2025

Truly wonderful times with these special people and the amazing rescue dogs.

12/05/2025

Proudly South African!
(Yes I know that IS a lot! lol)
We now offer staff training in English and Zulu for your staff, shelter staff and kennel, grooming and other dog related areas staff.

We offer a variety of courses and cater for small groups and one on ones!

Watch this space for our next course!

Sifundo Hero Dladla and I will walk everyone through ALL they need to know from handling, and grooming, to training (force free) and how to feed, and care for dogs, as well as offering basic first aid training.

23/03/2025

Fun Fact about me! Way back in 1994 or so, I started a web page to rehome dogs and the SPCA got into a tizz and sent me a letter demanding I take down dogs they had in kennels as it was not legal to share them at that time.

Can you believe how things have changed !!!!??????

23/03/2025

Every Autumn and Spring, my phone lights up with calls about dog fights, than any other season.
I suspect this is due to seasonal shifts affecting hormone levels , changes in routines, and a natural cycle related to ancient breeding and food requirements .

Groomers and owners may notice an increase in hair shedding during these times as the body prepares for cooler, or warmer weather.

Kennel owners and vets may have noticed an uptick in dog fights , or other behaviours .

During these seasons, it's a great idea to be more aware of your dogs behaviour and needs, avoiding conflict in the home and out and about too.

Hormones affect everything , and it's always wise to be aware of how to help our pets (and ourselves ) during these times.
Using natural, herbal remedies can go a long way in helping balance hormones.
We will be covering this aspect of life with dogs in the Nutritional workshop.

Drop me a line if you'd like to know more.

One of my most favourite products ever is the Herbal Pet's 'Serenity Formula's, which can be used during seasonal changes to help balance the body and carry your doggo through without too many ups and downs.
This natural product is fantastic to help dogs cope and I use it all the time.

Adding a chamomile and rooibos tea to your dogs food is also a great and safe way to help with allergies and mood.

Always chat to your vet or a qualified herbalist before using home remedies, or if you notice any adverse effects.

04/03/2025

Rescue dog challenge!!!
What exercises do you think rescue dogs can do? Comment and I will try to do them all!

26/02/2025

Those who know me personally, know that I spend a lot of time working with rescue dogs. I also have several rescued dogs of my own at home - 10 in all. They are not all "house" dogs, for a variety of reasons, and I spend a lot of time running my little "mini" shelter.
Over the years, I have worked alongside many rescue organisations, and LOVE helping the dogs and people learn all about life and life with dogs.
I am beyond excited to be helping out at Paw Prints Rescue in KZN, and am starting a volunteer program to help the dogs with skills and enrichment.

If you live in Upper Highway area and want to learn how to train dogs, are passionate about rescue and want to make a difference, drop me a line and I will send you the details.

It is best to contact me via whatsapp 084 397 2550 (

18/02/2025

💛SPONSOR A DOGGIE AT PAW PRINTS RESCUE

💛We have over 50 dogs at the rescue centre that have been with us for over a year. Although every single one of them is "Home-able", most of them are mixed breed brown dogs, and are sadly overlooked time and time again. Many of these babies will probably spend many more months with us, and will require "long term" financial support and care from us before they are adopted.

💛Please consider sponsoring one of the following dogs in our care:
Ellie, Romeo, Lacy, Bonny, Jango, Patti, Clover, Toffee, Luna, Skylar, Spencer, Sawyer, Guinness, Stella, Gigi, Indi, Lipa, Summer, Coco, Kiki, Hershey, Tofu, Tango... and many more....

💛WhatsApp us for more info on one of the above dogs (or scroll through our page)

A bowl of food, a cozy bed,
A place to rest their weary head.
With every meal, with every treat,
You help them stand on steady feet.

A vet to heal, a shot to stay
Safe from harm along the way.
A shelter warm, a loving touch,
Your kindness truly means so much.

With training, care, and time to play,
You help them bloom in every way.
Until their home is found at last,
Your love will hold them—deep and fast.

Banking details:
PAW PRINTS RESCUE AND REHOMING NPC
FNB
Account No. 63018788779
Branch No. 220526
Ref: Name/Sponsor

💛Sponsor request R200 to R500 (consider doing as a business, family, book club, friends)

18/02/2025

How about sponsoring a doggo?

This will help with their enrichment and making kennel life awesome and not sad - please please share this, comment, interact, donate, sponsor!

Thanks!

💛SPONSOR A DOGGIE AT PAW PRINTS RESCUE

💛We have over 50 dogs at the rescue centre that have been with us for over a year. Although every single one of them is "Home-able", most of them are mixed breed brown dogs, and are sadly overlooked time and time again. Many of these babies will probably spend many more months with us, and will require "long term" financial support and care from us before they are adopted.

💛Please consider sponsoring one of the following dogs in our care:
Ellie, Romeo, Lacy, Bonny, Jango, Patti, Clover, Toffee, Luna, Skylar, Spencer, Sawyer, Guinness, Stella, Gigi, Indi, Lipa, Summer, Coco, Kiki, Hershey, Tofu, Tango... and many more....

💛WhatsApp us for more info on one of the above dogs (or scroll through our page)

A bowl of food, a cozy bed,
A place to rest their weary head.
With every meal, with every treat,
You help them stand on steady feet.

A vet to heal, a shot to stay
Safe from harm along the way.
A shelter warm, a loving touch,
Your kindness truly means so much.

With training, care, and time to play,
You help them bloom in every way.
Until their home is found at last,
Your love will hold them—deep and fast.

Banking details:
PAW PRINTS RESCUE AND REHOMING NPC
FNB
Account No. 63018788779
Branch No. 220526
Ref: Name/Sponsor

💛Sponsor request R200 to R500 (consider doing as a business, family, book club, friends)