Dress Up Your Pet Day: What’s New on the Catwalk

Dress up Your Pet Day is an excuse for this chihuahua to don a raincoat

This 14 January is time to celebrate National Dress Up Your Pet Day! But before we dive in, want to know the big difference between us and our pets? Our fur babies are born wearing their clothes (whereas we, uh, erm… are not). Plainly put, our pet kids are always dressed to the nines. They’re … Read more

Giving Medication to Cats: Easy Tips

this woman will follow tips for giving medication to cats after cuddling her cat

Giving medication to cats is a bit like trying to catch smoke – frustrating and often futile! Your usually cuddly kitty has been presented with a tablet. Suddenly it’s a writhing ball of claws and teeth, and nothing you do can convince them to just swallow the (expensive) medicine. It’s almost as if they don’t … Read more

How to Give Medicine to Your Puppy

A person administering puppy medicine to a dog using a syringe without a needle.

Aaah, there’s nothing better than oversized paws, tiny zoomies, and that new puppy smell. Except when you have to give them medication. Not only do we worry about our little patients, but it can be a real battle too! Here are our top tips on how to give your fur baby the best care ever, … Read more

5 Different Cat Breeds and Their Personalities

different cat breeds have different personalities

Have you ever thought about how many cat breeds there are? The answer varies depending on the cat group you prefer, such as the Calico cat or Persian cat. According to The International Cat Association (TICA) there are 71 different cat breeds. While the Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) drops this number by nearly half, saying … Read more

6 Questions with Dog Almighty Contestants: Rachel and Maisy

Dog Almighty 1

If you’re a fan of Dog Almighty, the series which airs on TVNZ on Demand you might know Maisy the three-legged dog. The show looks for New Zealand’s most talented dog, and Maisy is a serious contester. Maisy is three parts Jack Russell, one-part Fox Terrier, an agility circuit pro and is 100% driven. She … Read more

Taking Pet Pictures: 5 Tips for Purr-fect Christmas Pics

A golden retriever wearing a Santa hat lies on a red blanket outdoors, surrounded by autumn leaves and Christmas-themed decorations—perfect for TAKING PET PICTURES with festive pillows.

The lighting is perfect. The wind is just right. The Santa hat is balanced beautifully. The camera is ready, and your finger is itching to snap the shutter. Taking cute Christmas pet pictures is SO EASY! All the elements have come together perfectly to create a beautiful portrait of your best friend. Hang on, the … Read more

The Best Christmas Gift For Your Pet is Pet Insurance

A Christmas gift for your pet is pet insurance

With Christmas closing in quickly, it’s now or never when it comes to gifts. Not just for the two-legged family, but for your pet as well. To save you from presenting Garfield with a single, empty cardboard box, why not give the gift of pet insurance? What better way to show your pet some love … Read more

Kennels vs Pet Sitters: How to Find the Right Holiday Pet Care

this woman thinks kennels vs pet sitters is an easy question to answer

With the festive season fast approaching, pet parents everywhere are wondering about the best boarding care for their dog or cat. Dog kennels vs pet sitters, cattery vs a neighbour visiting, small and intimate vs large and social? Or perhaps even a luxury pet hotel. As much as we’d like to take them evvvverywhere with … Read more

What to Do If You Find an Injured Animal

knowing what to do if you find an injured animal is easier with this guide

If you’ve come across an injured animal, you’ll probably want to do everything you can to help it. If you’re an animal lover, your desire to help is there whether it’s a wild bird or someone’s obviously tame cat that’s in distress. What to do if you find an injured animal? This article is here … Read more

How to Keep Your Dog Safe at the Beach

knowing how to keep your dog safe at the beach is easy with these tips

Festive season and beaches go hand in hand – and it’s normally a family affair. That includes the pets, as far as we’re concerned. Or some of them, anyway. Most pooches adore a trip to the beach to swim, play frisbee, and sunbathe with their humans. And we love having them there too! To keep … Read more