Our Guide to a Pet Friendly Diwali 2026
Are you ready for Diwali 2026? With celebrations and Diwali fireworks planned across Auckland and beyond, this 5-day festival is set to be just as
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Why Do Siamese Kittens Change Colour?
Did you know Siamese kittens are born all cream or white? In fact, these kitties only develop their distinct colouration when their body temperature drops below 33 °C. That’s right, Siamese cat kittens change according to their temperature! Siamese cats are famed for many things. For example they’re social butterflies
Why You Should Think Twice Before Gifting a Kitten for Christmas
Thanks to the movies, some of us may think there’d be nothing cuter than gifting someone a kitten. Just imagine the surprise as the purring ball of fluff appears with a big red bow around its neck. No wonder so many people search ‘Christmas kittens for sale’ online around this
Awesome Christmas Gift Ideas for Dogs and Cats
Finding thoughtful Christmas gifts for dogs and cats are a heart-warming way to celebrate being a pet parent this giving season! We’ve searched high and low to find all the best things you can stash under the tree for your favourite furballs. From toys and gourmet treats to elegant eating
Keeping Your Pet Safe During Fireworks
With lots of celebrations organised for Christmas, and New Year not long off, fireworks season for pets and humans is upon us. Fireworks in New Zealand tend to happen over big holidays like these as well as during events like Guy Fawkes, Chinese New Year and Diwali. And while we
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