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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

Help a Shelter Cat for Hug Your Cat Day

Hug Your Cat Day, which falls on June 4th, isn’t a public holiday in New Zealand….yet. But we think it should be. And did you know June is also Adopt a Cat Month? Which means we just had to talk about hugging cats and shelter cats all at once. Like

owner wonders 'how to get my dog to eat dry food?'

How Do I Get My Dog to Eat Dry Food?

Dogs have a voracious appetite most of the time. But every now and again a fussy dog refuses to eat kibble. If your dog is having trouble eating dry food, whetting their appetite will usually get the ball rolling. If you’ve come to this article by searching ‘how to get

Common Health Issues Found in Boxers

Several dog breeds have health issues common to them, and here we’re going to focus on Boxer dog health issues. We’ll delve into which are the most common, signs to spot early and how you can help keep your Boxer healthy. Having a healthy dog is important for so many

kennel cough in New Zealand has affected this dog

Kennel Cough Outbreak in NZ: How to Protect Your Dog

You may have heard there’s been an outbreak of kennel cough in New Zealand. With surges occurring nationwide, dog owners are being urged to be extra cautious. But how serious is kennel cough (also called canine cough), what are the symptoms, and how is it treated? Here’s everything you need

labrador pet dog lying on grass next to savings jar of coins

Pet Insurance vs Savings: Which is Best?

A pet care plan is a wonderful way to help protect your beloved fur baby’s health and your finances. People often ponder about the pet insurance vs savings dilemma, though. If you were to put away money every month in a bank account as a contingency for future vet bills,

Cat Toilet Training on the Loo – Goodbye Poop Scoop. Yes, No, Maybe?

We share our homes and our hearts with our cats. And as it happens some pet parents have started taking the leap and are sharing their toilets too. That’s right, training your cat to use the toilet is totally a real thing. In case you’re unclear (which is perfectly normal),

hip dysplasia in dogs can start in puppies this young

Choosing the Doggy Daycare Your Doggy Deserves

If you hate having to leave your beloved furball home while you head off to work, a doggy daycare is a fantastic alternative. Doggy daycare is not just for those of us who work away from home – even if we work from home our pups can benefit from the

What is the Cutest Dog in the World?

The cutest dog in the world is a rather subjective thing to consider. Since there’s no official competition to vote on it, there’s no official title (yet). And with no definitive answer, we’ve taken it upon ourselves and rounded up the cutest dogs in the world according to three categories.

How To Choose The Right Dog Breed For You

What are the best dog breeds? That comes down to who you ask. Dog breeds are very much a matter of personal preference, and usually the best choice depends on the pet parents’ lifestyle. For instance, those of us with an active lifestyle and a big yard might prefer a

black labrador dog sleeps outside on wooden deck in garden

Can Dogs Sleep Outside? Or Is Inside Better?

New dog owners often wonder whether dogs can sleep outside safely. Although loads of us invite our pooches into bed for a snuggle, some pet parents prefer their dogs to sleep outside. Many of us like the idea of the dog barking if there’s an intruder or something suspicious nearby,

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