Anastassia Meeran 
At the very top of the top dog breeds in New Zealand, Labrador Retrievers are a firm favourite with Kiwis across the country. And it’s easy to see why. That Labrador personality is impossible not to love. Plus, they’re a family-appropriate dog choice. To celebrate the most popular dog in the country, we thought the … Read more
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 to hear that pet insurance … Read more
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 decisions. The same applies to … Read more
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 you change your mind later… … Read more
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 the park lawn or any … Read more
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 objective in puppy proofing is … Read more
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 won’t be out catching native … Read more
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 reflects her deep commitment to … Read more
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 than last time they sat … Read more
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 the international ‘Love Your Pet … Read more
