Anastassia Meeran 
How many times have you wished you understood dog body language and how to speak dog? 💬 You probably even wonder whether your dog really understands what you’re saying. Is it odd that they come immediately when you say “treat”, but not when you say “broccoli”? 🥦 Dog owners will attest to their canines having … Read more
We know that cats and dogs like to chase different things. The situation becomes sticky when they live together, or cross paths as neighbours, and dog goes after kitty. We’ve a wealth of info on why dogs chase cats, what prey drive is and how to train a dog not to chase cats. Meow, let’s … Read more
Ditching the “No Pets Allowed” sign and welcoming a happy, relaxed dog 🐶 into the office can benefit everyone, boosting morale and reducing stress levels. In this article, you’ll find tips for taking your dog to work, know-how for persuading your boss, steps to pet proof your workspace, and the answer to the most frequently asked … Read more
Bringing home an adopted dog is an exciting experience, isn’t it? The fact that you clicked on this article tells us that you know how important it is to be prepared. 😃 Or you might just be curious about which dogs are the best to adopt in NZ if you aren’t sure where to even … Read more
There are heaps of benefits to owning an indoor cat. Like longer lifespans, less opportunity for accidents and less hunting endangered wildlife. But does that mean they’re healthier? And if so, is pet insurance worth it for an indoor cat? Since Hug Your Cat Day is just around the corner we thought we’d show your … Read more
COVID put a slump on many organisations’ operations. Not for Dogs NZ, our national kennel club. It instead took the chance to overhaul its dog registration process from paper to online and automated. Although club activities like dog shows and training were stalled during lockdown, registered NZ dog breeders could now complete new puppy paperwork … Read more
Landseer dogs recently started trending on Google search. Why is this? We’re not sure. But if you’re asking we’ll answer. If you’ve found yourself googling the Newfoundland dog instead you might be interested to know this search spike is even greater. You’ll also notice if you search for one, the other always comes up. So … Read more
CBD and hemp oil benefits for dogs seems to be a growing topic among pet parents. We humans love sharing things with our dogs, but just because humans use these products does that mean they’re safe for dogs? Another question that pops up is the link between CBD, hemp and marijuana (medical or otherwise). How … Read more
To celebrate National Love Your Pet Day, PD surveyed over 1,800 pet owners to gain insights into their love for pets and more. Our pet ownership research explored several key topics, from average vet bills for a cat or dog to rising pet adoption rates. In addition to spend, many of our key findings looked at … Read more
Only recently we endured social distancing and lockdowns. These safety measures were designed to keep us safe from a new virus that causes significant respiratory issues, COVID-19. Sadly however, some companion animals don’t have this luxury of protection. Brachycephalic dogs bred for extreme conformity may simply struggle to breathe whether or not they’re sick. The … Read more
