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A pink tea light candle in a decorative holder surrounded by flower petals and colored sand for Diwali 2024.

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

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,

Virtual Vet Consultations: Why They’re Useful

Virtual vet consultations are on the rise and for good reason. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the use of online consultations for everything in NZ from doctors to psychiatrists. We’re making the most of technology to reduce our time spent running around for tasks that need to be ticked off

A pet owner helps their new kitten is choking

What to Do if My Pet Chokes!?

The possibility of your cat or dog choking is a pet parent nightmare. For many pet owners it’s a significant concern and not an unfounded one either. Once we have four paws in the house, we quickly get used to cats taste testing anything within jumping reach. Dogs on the

black and white australian collie dog sick under red blanket - he may have a pre-existing condition

Pre-Existing Conditions and Pet Insurance – Where Do You Stand?

Can dogs or cats with pre-existing conditions get pet insurance in New Zealand? Generally speaking, pre-existing conditions in either won’t be covered by pet insurance here. But hang on a second! That doesn’t mean you can’t get your furkid an insurance policy. It just means they won’t be covered for

purebred beagle puppies with paws on ledge

National Purebred Dog Day in NZ – Our Purebred Dog Heroes

1st May, aka May Day or International Workers’ Day, is celebrated around the world. In some countries, it’s even a public holiday though not here in New Zealand, sadly. But did you know 1st May is also National Purebred Dog Day? If ever there was a reason for a national

pet behaviourist helps adopted dogs unlearn previous behaviours

What is a Pet Behaviourist? We Ask an Expert

If your pet is your child (or best friend), you’ll know what it means to visit the vet. But what about taking them to a cat or dog behaviourist? Just a quick Google search reveals a host of pet behaviourists in Auckland and elsewhere in New Zealand. But when and

dog snarling at another dog - a bite could be covered by third party insurance

What is Third Party Liability in Pet Insurance?

You probably know pet insurance can help protect you financially if your pet gets sick or has an accident. But what if your pup gets overexcited at a dog park and bites another dog, leading to an infection and hefty bills? Or your cat ruins the expensive rug at Grandma’s

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