Once upon a time there was a very small brown kitten, with enormous white paws, big blue eyes and whiskers like a walrus. He was found on the bridge above the wetlands of Wakkerstroom, which is a good 2km walk from any human habitat. The ladies that found him were doing some birding on the …
There is little more heartbreaking than seeing anyone who is sharp of mind ending up physically incapacitated. To be alert and willing in every way, yet unable to move about seems sadly unjust. This is how we felt when my parent’s beloved German Shepherd, Polo, became prematurely lame in her hind quarters at the relatively …
It’s been a long year since we last saw you. Those bright golden eyes, always alert, always serious, are emblazoned on our hearts. The last time we saw you, you sat on the kitchen window-sill in Wakkerstroom, surveying the perfectly sunny January morning with those intelligent eyes. Your shiny black coat was glistening in the …
Country living isn’t all long walks in Hunter boots and Barbour jackets. Every now and then nature reminds you of her immense power. Being in the countryside means that you are vividly exposed to her forces, her sudden displays of might and energy.
“My dog is walking around in circles trying to vomit. He seems to be in agony, even struggling to breathe. What should we do?” I spoke urgently to the vet over the phone even though it was after 10pm on a Saturday night.“Oh dear it sounds like torsion. Your dog is going to die,” responded …
Les saveurs de la vie is a blog about lifestyle, travel, food, photography and other musings. We are Nikki and Geoff, married since 1995 and based in Johannesburg, South Africa 🇿🇦.