Friendliest Cat Breeds to Welcome Home

Friendliest cat breeds to welcome to your household

Are you hoping to welcome one of the friendliest cat breeds (like the Scottish Fold?) into your heart and home? Then look no further; Google has sent you to the right place. That’s because we’ve listed the friendliest felines around and given you a rundown of their personality. We’ve also listed the friendliest cat breeds that … Read more

Toilet Training Your Puppy – Tips To Help Get It Right

feature image puppy on grass for toilet training your puppy

Toilet training a puppy is one of the not-so-fun parts of getting a new canine family member. But if you’re diligent and know what you’re doing, you can avoid most of the accidents. Getting the toilet training for your puppy down pat quickly will set you and your dog up well for life and you … Read more

7 Steps to Being the Purrfect Pet Parent

7 Steps to Being the Purrfect Pet Parent in 2021

Being a pet parent is no walk in the park, yet it’s also deeply rewarding. Pet mum Rachel (who featured with her dog Maisy on NZTV contest, Dog Almighty) shares her thoughts on the topic in this article. She says “They’re just so amazing as really good companions. They’re never going to leave you or … Read more

Can’t Keep a Pet You Got for Christmas? Take These Steps

If you can't keep a pet like this hound take it to a shelter

Getting a pet you can take care of for life requires considerable planning and finding that special connection. If you’ve received a pet for Christmas (or adopted at another time), becoming a pet parent overnight may have sent you into shock. Are you realising you can’t keep a pet? Perhaps you asked for a pet … Read more

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