Tipping the Scales on Pet Obesity Day in NZ

A black pug with a white chest is lounging on a brown bedspread

Pet Obesity Day is two-pronged. Firstly, it’s about helping overweight pets get back to their ideal weight. Secondly (these can be in any order, really) it’s about approaching your pet’s diet in the best way to prevent unhealthy weight gain in the first place! Even if your pet is in perfect health and condition now, … Read more

Dogs Bylaws in NZ: From Walking to Barking

A person in a coat and hat walks a small dog on a leash through a grassy park with trees and pathways, adhering to local Dogs Regulations.

Christchurch City Council is reviewing its bylaws on the maximum number of dogs you’re allowed to walk at the same time. This comes after an Auckland terrier was mauled to death by four dogs that were loose on a pack outing with a professional dog walker. With dog bylaws in the spotlight, here’s a roundup … Read more

Best AI Apps Every Pet Owner Should Try

A person with red curly hair lies on a striped blanket next to a Shiba Inu dog, both looking at a smartphone screen, perhaps exploring the best AI apps together.

Lately, the best AI apps—especially those designed with pets in mind—and übersmart tools like ChatGPT are really shaking things up in the pet parenting world. We often refer to our pets as fur kids for a reason—they require just as much love and attention as any other family member. Sure, you can cuddle them for … Read more

Ways to Celebrate National Guide Dog Month 2024

Labrador Retrievers are the no.1 assistance dogs in NZ

Not only can life be better with dogs, but for many blind or visually impaired people, Guide Dogs are a necessity. National Guide Dog Month is a celebration in honour of the great work these animals do. In this article, we outline ways to celebrate the month and answer common Guide Dog questions. Celebrating 300 … Read more

Cytopoint and Other Treatments for Atopic Dermatitis in Dogs

A woman in an orange shirt sits on a couch, hugging and smiling at a large black dog with its tongue out, grateful for the relief Cytopoint for dogs has brought to her pet's atopic dermatitis.

Lots of Kiwis are Googling “Cytopoint injection for dogs cost” and it’s no wonder. When our dogs itch, they use their claws to scratch, leading to open wounds, infection, flyaway fur and more itch! Cytopoint is a relatively new atopic dermatitis treatment option for dogs. Atopic dermatitis is an itchy skin condition in dogs caused … Read more

Taking Your Dog from New Zealand to Australia: What You Need to Know

This black pug with its head out a red car's window has an owner that's taking a dog from NZ to Australia

Wondering what’s involved in taking a dog to Australia from NZ, whether you’re emigrating with pets, going on holiday, or visiting Aussie loved ones? When moving your dog from NZ to Australia for any length of time what steps should you take to ensure it’s done right? To ensure you don’t run into delays or … Read more