5 Top Spots for a Luxury Pet Vacation or Pampering

Spoil your pooch with a luxury pet vacation like the one this black and white dog wearings sunglasses is enjoying.

Everyone needs a break every now and then. So why would that be any different for your favourite four-legged friend? Does Boris need his own space to switch off? Is it time Bella had her pedicure? What if you must go away for a while on a business trip and your pet can’t join? Let’s … Read more

QUIZ: Find Your Dog The Perfect Christmas Present

Three friends and housemates hold up their dog with a Christmas tree backdrop for a festive season portrait

Looking for the ultimate dog Christmas presents in 2024? Look no further. We’ve researched and collated the most wag-worthy Christmas gifts for dogs that are available in NZ. Take our quiz or scroll through our guide below. Either way, we’re pretty sure you’ll find something here your dog (and you) will love. Do you buy … Read more

The Warning Signs: Identifying Diabetes in Dogs and Cats

This vet determines if this obese cat is at risk of diabetes.

Diabetes (also known as diabetes mellitus) in dogs and cats is a growing problem, and obesity is one of the leading causes of pet diabetes. It’s estimated that about 1 in 500 dogs and 1-2% of cats over the age of 10 years will develop this disease in their lifetime. With careful management and top … Read more

Name that Pup! Cute Dog and Puppy Names Generator

A person is adjusting a red plaid bandana on a small white dog, contemplating suitable puppy names for the little one. The tag gleams under the light, waiting to be engraved with one of those perfect dog names from a popular names generator.

Got a new bundle of furry joy? CONGRATS! Now the fun of naming them begins. Naming your puppy can feel like a big deal. After all, you want their name to be something fitting, creative and unique. Cute dog names abound and likely everyone has their opinion about the perfect puppy name. If you’re feeling … Read more

Managing Pet Costs While Giving the Best Care

A morkie in a pile of money notes. The cost of owning a dog or cat can pile up

The cost of owning a dog or cat can add up, to say the least. Two recent PD surveys revealed that 53.9% of our members are concerned about the rising costs of pet ownership, with 31.9% saying they’re sometimes concerned. Below we outline the largest costs associated with being a pet parent – and how … Read more