If you don’t care for animals we can’t be friends. Sorry, but that’s the way it is. We love animals. All animals. Do you also have a soft spot for all things fury, scaly and feathery? Then I would like to introduce you to a company that deserves your support. For the love of animals, it’s …

Time to get HICH-ed

The HICH Story

Humility. Integrity. Compassion. Hardwork.

These four words form the cornerstone of our brand, founded by a family who care deeply about the well-being of animals. Our quirky kids t-shirt designs are created to raise awareness about animal cruelty and we are proud to share our love and respect for all beings with you.

Supporting our brand will bring us a step closer to giving back to animals in need at our local shelters.

“Teaching children to be kinder to animals today, is our only hope for a kinder world tomorrow” – Unknown

The reason behind HICH is quite simple. George Thorndike Angell once said, “I am sometimes asked, ‘Why do you spend so much of your time and money talking about kindness to animals when there is so much cruelty to men?’ I answer, ‘I am working at the roots”.

This is exactly what HICH is all about! The brand aims to support local and national animal shelters as well as wildlife organisations. Individual support has also been given as HICH aims to help all animals in need, big or small.

The term “HICH-er” was coined as part of our brand positioning strategy. Supporting our brand means that we will all be creating a whole new revolution of kind little human beings.

After all, isn’t this our greatest wish for our children?

HICH South Africa is raising awareness about animal cruelty through their creation of quirky kids t-shirts. Aren’t they adorable?!

Time to get HICH-ed for the love of animals

Cara is a HICH-er. And she takes her role very seriously! Thank you for Cara’s gorgeous T-shirt HICH!

Time to get HICH-ed for the love of animals

This animal loving brand also has a colourful range of kiddies backpacks (we want them all!!) and a super fun range of ladies racerback gym vests.

Support www.hichsouthafrica.com and help them support our animals.

xoxo

It’s National Obesity Week from 15 to 19 October 2016 and obesity is not just a ‘people problem’. According to SA vets, more than half of the patients that they treat are overweight. Are you guilty of giving your cat or dogs a few too many treats? Then stick around as Hill’s is sponsoring a great prize to help you kick start your pet’s weight loss journey.

Dieting goes to the dogs

National Obesity Week – 15 to 19 October 2016

Obesity is a massive problem in South Africa, with up to 70% of women and a third of men classified as overweight or obese. And it’s not only a problem for people – it seems the four-legged members of the family are also affected. South African vets say more than half the patients they treat are overweight.

“The cause is basically too much energy in, too little energy out,” says Dr Guy Fyvie, veterinary advisor for Hill’s Pet Nutrition South Africa. “Pets are being overfed and under-exercised.” Research clearly demonstrates that overweight pets have shorter lives and are at higher risk of arthritis, urinary conditions, skin problems, heart disease and cancer. If you think fat pets are happier, think again – overweight pets have been shown to be less happy.

In a bid to tackle this growing problem, hundreds of vets around the country run special Pet Slimmer weight-management clinics, with more than 15, 000 dogs and cats having joined the battle of the bulge in the last five years. “The transformation truly amazes me. Limping pets start walking normally again, breathing difficulties become a problem of the past, they become more energetic, playful and mobile,” says Pretoria-based veterinary nurse Sister Cindy du Preez, who has helped hundreds of patients successfully shed their excess kilos through the Pet Slimmer programme.

The US Association for Pet Obesity Prevention cites a ‘fat gap’ as a key factor in the obesity epidemic – most owners don’t believe their pet is overweight or understand the serious health problems that can create. “Nine out of ten owners mistakenly think their pet’s size is ‘normal’. The truth is we’ve forgotten what a healthy, lean pet looks like,” says Dr Fyvie.

Rather than putting your pet at risk of obesity-related diseases, get a professional, objective opinion. Find a participating #PetSlimmer practice this October on www.PetSlimmer.co.za and book a weight assessment (which are often offered free of charge – check with your practice).

Blog Birthday Giveaway: Win a Hill’s hamper for your overweight pet

Enter via the Rafflecopter below and you could win a hamper for your dog (which consists of 1 x Hill’s Prescription Diet Canine Metabolic 4kg food worth R399 and 1 x Hill’s ball launcher worth R70) or cat (which consists of 1 x Hill’s Prescription Diet Feline Metabolic 1.5kg worth R195 and 1 x Hill’s cat tunnel worth R150).

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Good luck!

xoxo