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Pets are the new kids and plants are the new pets

Some say pets are the new kids and plants are the new pets. As for who these individuals making such utterances are, let's leave that question unanswered. According to statistics from 2022, pet ownership in South Africa is experiencing an upward trend, indicating a significant increase. Furthermore, projections indicate that the pet industry is poised to achieve a growth rate of 2.5% between the years 2021 and 2026. Discover a few practical gadgets and essential paraphernalia for your beloved companion in the featured video we found on Tiktok below.

Ensuring the wellbeing of your pets is crucial to minimize visits to the veterinarian. In this first installment about our beloved furry companions, let's take a brief look at the dietary needs of cats. It's important to understand that cats are obligate carnivores, which means they have a biological necessity for a diet primarily based on meat.

Cats have a specific dietary requirement as obligate carnivores, and their bodies are not well-equipped to efficiently process plant-based foods. Therefore, it is essential that the majority of ingredients in their food are derived from animal sources. The first ingredient should definitely be animal-based, and ideally, three out of the top five ingredients should also be animal-based. It is advisable to avoid recipes that are overly rich in carbohydrates, particularly if those carbs come from low-value grains such as corn, wheat, and soy, or starchy beans and legumes.

In terms of nutritional needs, adult cats should have a minimum crude protein content of 26% in their diets, measured on a dry matter basis. For kittens, this requirement increases to 30%. Additionally, while the minimum fat content in a cat or kitten's diet should be 9%, it is generally recommended by animal nutritionists to have a higher fat content of around 20%. This ensures that their dietary needs are adequately met.

Here’s some of the top cat food brands options available in South Africa and evaluated by cats.com, based on the tenets of an ideal feline diet. The brands chosen aren’t necessarily the most popular or easy to find but they’re made with more animal-based ingredients and fewer carbohydrates than some of the bestsellers on South African pet retail websites. Doggobone- is a raw pet food company based in Cape Town. Montego- is based in South Africa and is well-known among pet owners. K-9 - was founded 22 years ago by a group of concerned pet owners, their products are available online and throughout the Cape Town Metropole in select pet stores, vets, and supermarkets. Sheba- cat food is manufactured by Mars, Inc. – the same company responsible for other popular brands in South Africa like Whiskas, Royal Canin, and Iams. Acana- pet foods are produced in the United States and Canada and exported around the globe.

Parts of Durban was struck by a tornado on Tuesday, June 27, which is a matter of serious concern. It is important to address this event without attributing any mystical or divine significance to our previous article from last Friday. The city has already faced a tragic event within the past year when devastating floods claimed the lives of over 400 residents and caused extensive damage to infrastructure.

South Africa is familiar with tornados as they occur annually in different regions of the country, averaging around 15 incidents. In 2019, there was a notable increase in tornado activity, with approximately 30 tornados reported throughout the country.

The South African Weather Services has also issued a warning for the Western Cape following the arrival of another cold front in the region. Harvesting activities remain suspended two weeks later. The forecast includes heavy rainfall ranging from 10-35mm and the likelihood of gale force winds.

There's a DIY and Crafts craze taking over the internet. Allow us to take you through a few of our faves. The most interesting part about this is that anyone can always give it a try. Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no one else ever thought. This is one of Albert Einstein's musings on originality.

Originality is a topic of great discussion in the creative world, with many artists claiming that there is no such thing. Mark Twain once remarked, “There's no such thing as an original idea.” But Einstein argues that each person has a unique perspective that lends itself to originality. Being creative is about presenting a piece of art, a design, an idea, or an innovation in a way that is filtered through your own unique perspective, talent, and skills. Perhaps that’s what Einstein meant by this.

At number one is Resin, as shown in the image above. Resin art is a captivating artistic technique that involves combining epoxy, a liquid chemical, with a diverse range of color pigments, resulting in the creation of mesmerizing patterns and textures. While resin art has a rich history, it has experienced a surge in popularity thanks to platforms like TikTok, where it has amassed an impressive 18 billion views. This creative medium finds utility in filling molds, enabling the production of exquisite jewelry, coasters, and ornaments. Moreover, resin art offers a transformative touch to wooden furniture, elevating it into extraordinary works of art.

Continuing from last Friday's newsletter titled "The most googled man," we delve into the life of Andrew Tate, a figure who has rapidly gained polarizing status due to his viral videos on social media, focusing on topics such as success, wealth, masculinity, and modern-day dating.

Despite his controversial reputation, Andrew Tate, also known as 'Top G,' has undeniably become one of the most googled and influential individuals worldwide. While he faces criticism for alleged misogyny and promoting toxic masculinity among young men, it's worth acknowledging some of his quotes regarding hard work and success that deserve recognition. While it's important to critically examine any public figure's views and consider diverse perspectives, these quotes highlight Andrew Tate's emphasis on hard work, determination, and personal development as essential elements for achieving success.

Speaking on the goal and purpose, he said, “Close your eyes. Focus on making yourself feel excited, powerful. Imagine yourself destroying goals with ease.” “The temporary satisfaction of quitting is outweighed by the eternal suffering of being nobody.” “Find a person who is as successful as you’d be, ask them what to do, do it and work hard” “Your mind must be stronger than your feelings.”  “Freedom will only come when you no longer trade your time for money.”  “Do the impossible and you’ll never doubt yourself ever again.”   “You are exactly where you deserve to be. Change who you are and you will change how you live.” “Aspire to be a superhero. Not a normal person with a bigger house and nicer car.” “The man who goes to the gym every single day regardless of how he feels will always beat the man who goes to the gym when he feels like going to the gym.” “Absolutely every single one of my actions is intentional. Divine purpose. If your day is full of mindless action, you act without thought.” “You must put in the effort to get the life you want.”   “If failure makes you stronger, you can never lose.” “Adversity builds men. It is your duty to challenge yourself and craft your own world.” “Stress tolerance is the best indicator of a person’s likelihood of success.” “A man without a vision for his future always returns to his past.”

Are you someone who tends to follow popular trends and jump on the bandwagon, or do you consider yourself an independent observer who takes pride in forming their own conclusions based on unbiased observations? What insights have you gained from a polarizing and controversial figure? Here’s more quotes from Tate. “No exceptional person ever lived like an average person.” “Arrogance is the cause of most first world poverty.”  “Today you can act as an amateur or you can be a professional. Decide what you will do right now.”  “Show me a man with one friend and I’ll see a man who’s honest.” “My biggest victories in life were when I was sad.” “High standards protect you from low-quality experiences.”  “Arrogance breeds complacency and complacency breeds failure.” “Cost is the enemy of the poor man, so the poor try to save money. Time is the enemy of the rich man, so the rich try to save time.” “Emotional control isn’t a lack of emotion; it’s a necessary function of maturity.”

Lastly, as one of the most controversial figures on the internet, when discussing the online realm, he expressed the following viewpoint: “The internet is the new battleground of earth, the wild west, the place of truth and opportunity.”