Purebred Cats 101 – Here’s Your Guide

purebred siamese cat being held in air by woman

Purebred cats (sometimes called pedigree cats) although arguably not as well-represented as purebred dog breeds, can be amazing little additions to your family. Well, so can any cat… but we digress. Researching purebred cats can suck you into a whiskery wormhole before you even realise it. You can Google just about everything you’d ever need … Read more

How to Prove Your Dog is Purebred, Part 1

Find out how to prove your dog is purebred in New Zealand.

“Hmmmm… how to prove your dog is purebred?” is probably the first thing you’ll ask yourself before forking out thousands of dollars for a pedigree pup. This has become a hot topic worldwide, though especially in New Zealand due to the rise of puppy mills and resulting puppy scams. Both puppy farms and smaller breeders … Read more

How to Tell if a Dog is Purebred, Part 2

Find out how to tell if a dog is purebred.

Do you know how to tell if a dog is purebred? Is it something you’ve wondered, or asked someone, or googled? As it happens, we’re seeing more and more questions around dog pedigree. And it’s not just pet parents asking one another, it’s also become a regular feature in the news, on dog forums and … Read more

Corgi Personality, History, and Health

two corgi dogs sitting on the pavement

Has a cute Corgi caught your eye? There are good reasons why these plucky pooches are Queen Elizabeth’s favourite. Among the oldest (and shortest) of all English dog breeds, they make friendly additions to any family. It also rates highly on intelligence, and will bring character and joy to your home. In recognition of International … Read more