Pet-Friendly Rentals Are Booming in NZ — Here’s How to Protect Your Bond
Renting with a pet? Since 1 December 2025, NZ landlords can no longer impose blanket “no pets” rules — only knock-backs on “reasonable grounds.” Landlords
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Can Dogs Get Sunburn? Answers and Solutions
Can dogs get sunburn? Given all that luxurious fur, you’d think surely not?! But in truth, neither dogs with short nor long fur can outsmart the sun (and dog nose sunburn is just the worst – just look at the pic below!). It shines down on us all and feels
A Puppy is Not Just for Christmas, It’s Furever
🎄 A puppy is not just for Christmas, it’s for life. 🎄 This headline may sound like a poetic slogan and not one anyone wants to hear during the festive season but… Take a moment to think of all those pawsome pets sitting behind bars in shelters while we’re eating
How to Find a Good Pet Sitter for the Holidays
With Christmas holidays only one month away and your fur baby unable to join the family vacay, making sure they’re well looked after will help you relax. If your fur child loves the comfort of his home and routine then a pet sitter may be the perfect holiday pet care
How to Avoid Puppy Scams this Breeding Season
“Puppies for sale”. Those three words can be hard to resist for someone looking to add some big puppy dog eyes to their family. But with online puppy scams on the rise, undertaking thorough background research is vital. Once you’ve done your due diligence – starting here! – you can
Purebred vs Pedigree Dogs and Cats: What’s the Diff?
Purebred vs pedigree – surely when it comes to dogs and cats, it’s the same thing? The terms are used interchangeably quite often, but animal lovers (and English teachers) will know they don’t actually mean quite the same thing. So next time you talk about your pedigree cat or purebred
Your How-To Guide for Comparing Pet Insurance Plans
So, you want to compare pet insurance? Good move. Undertaking solid research before you decide is the best way to do a pet insurance comparison in NZ, to land the right cover for your budget and your furball’s needs. What you’ll soon learn is that comparing pet insurance is not
Researching Puppies for Sale in NZ? Here’s How to Buy Right
Let us guess… you’re Googling “puppies for sale NZ” because you think you’re ready to bring a happy fur ball into your life? We’re sure loads of adorable potential fur kids are staring back at you from your screen. But are you clued up on everything you need to know
Does My Dog Need Braces for Good Dental Health?
National Oral Health Day on the first Friday of every November isn’t just for humans – it’s for pets too! We all have teeth and we want them to last. On the topic of dog dental health, you may have heard about dog braces from your veterinary dentist. Just like
How Many Times a Day Should a Dog Eat?
Are you planning on bringing home a new pooch? If the answer’s yes, then there’s also probably a million questions running through your mind right now. Questions like should you get a basket or kennel? What lead should you get? How many times a day should a dog eat? Best
Meet the Young at Heart and Super-Smart Burmese Cat
If the sentiment, “you’re only as old as you feel” resonates with you, then the Burmese cat can be your spirit animal. It may be the companion you’ve been searching for! Check out this breed profile for the Burmese cats in NZ and beyond, for more about this charming feline.