POPULAR PETS IN THE CITY

LABRADORS

The Labrador is one of the most popular breeds of dog in the country. It is also the most famous breed in the US and UK.

Life span: 10 – 14 years

Height: Male: 57–62 cm, Female: 55–60 cm Weight: Male: 29–36 kg, Female: 25–32 kg

PUGS

The Pug is a dog which has a wrinkly, short-muzzled face, and curled tail. The breed has a fine, glossy coat that comes in a variety of colours, most often fawn or black, and a compact square body with well-developed muscles.

Life span: 12 – 15 years

HEIGHT: Male: 30 cm, Female: 25 cm

LOVEBIRDS

Lovebirds are very popular pets and are a good for first-time bird owners. They are a social and affectionate small parrot. The most popular types kept as pets are the Fischer’s, Masked, and Peach-Faced.

Lifespan: up to 20 years

COCKER SPANIELS

The English Cocker Spaniel is a breed of gun dog. It is an active, good-natured, sporting dog standing well up at the withers and compactly built.

Life span: 12 – 15 years

Height: Female: 36–41 cm, Male: 38–43 cm Weight: Female: 12–15 kg, Male: 13–16 kg

PERSIAN CATS

The Persian cat is a long-haired breed of cat characterized by its round face and short muzzle. It is sometimes called the Longhair or Persian Longhair.

Lifespan: 15 years (Captivity)

FERAL CATS

A feral cat is a cat that has been born to other ferals or from stray cats as opposed to domesticated cats. These ferals are unaccustomed to human interaction. They often live outdoors in colonies in locations where they can access food and shelter.

Lifespan: 12-15 years