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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

pet insurance isnt expensive, even for a dog and a cat like these two

How Expensive Is Pet Insurance Really?

We all love our pets and want to do our best by them. But when the word “insurance” crops up, people often assume it’s unaffordable and unnecessary. So how expensive is pet insurance, really? Will it break the bank or is it good value for money? You might be surprised

this lady is a pet parent to two dogs and a cat and probably has ''the easy game" pet parenting style

What’s Your Pet Parenting Style?

Loving pet parents make decisions each and every day about what to feed, teach, and do with your pets. Did you know that these little decisions make up your overall pet parenting style? Just like how parents to human kids have different parenting styles which dictate the way they make

This pet parent benefits from having her cat sleep in bed with her.

Sleeping with Your Cat – It’s Mutually Beneficial

Sleeping with your cat or kitten can have enormous wellness benefits. But as with many parenting decisions, there are some drawbacks too. So, if you do decide to let your meow in bed with you when they’re still small, make sure it’s an informed decision. They won’t feel happy if

This pet parent has brought her puppy poop etiquette kit with and is safely removing her pooch's poop,

Puppy Poop Etiquette: What You Should Know

There’s no puppy poop etiquette manual, but every new pup parent needs to know that there are some basic guidelines. Because no, it doesn’t matter that composting biodegradable matter is on-trend. You simply can’t rely on that as a logical excuse for leaving your puppy’s poop in the playground, on

A fluffy Siberian husky puppy, in a puppy-proof area, walking on grass with its tongue out.

Puppy Proof Your House Like a Pro

Puppy proof your house before your cute puppy or puppies arrive home. That’s the rule of thumb because it’s near impossible to do so once your puppy arrives. And while puppies are a human’s best friend, they one of their fave things in life is to chew. Although your main

A grey indoor cat with striking orange eyes stands confidently on the branch of a tree against a brick wall background.

Indoor Cat vs Outdoor Cat Explored

Should you have an indoor cat or outdoor cat? While a personal choice, there are some key factors like cat breeds to consider. Having an indoor cat has its perks. For starters, you’ll have fewer cat fights on your hands and less debris traipsed inside. In addition, your efficient hunter

HUHA Ethical Gift Store: The What, Why, and How

The HUHA Ethical Gift Store is both an online and physical shop which allows pet parents to shop for their furkids, friends and family without any worries about whether they’re buying responsibly. A brainchild of HUHA NZ founder Carolyn Press-McKenzie (we interviewed her for our HUHA story), the online store

A brown and white puppy with a curious expression, small in dog size, sits on a white surface.

Dog Size: How to Predict Your Puppy’s Adult Size

Dog size is not an exact science. In fact, even a single purebred litter can produce an alpha and a runt who vary in size. If you’re wondering how big your puppy will grow and how fast, you’re not alone. Of course, they’re so adorable. But also, so much heavier

We love our fur kids as much as this puppy and kitten love each other!

Love Your Pet Day: Pet Parents Have Their Say

Love Your Pet Day is only one day a year!? Surely that’s not enough for us Kiwi pet parents? We need 365 days at the bare minimum. And some. And to prove that’s how Kiwi’s feel about our pets, PD has dug a little deeper and done some research. To celebrate

A beagle dog standing on grass with its tail up.

Kind and Sweet Dog Breeds That Are Perfect for Families

Curious about the kindest dog breeds out there? 🐾 Would dogs like a Beagle or Springer Spaniel top the list? While all dogs make wonderful pets, not every pooch is keen on hugs, hugs, and more hugs. And when it comes to kids, some breeds may be better suited than

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