Anastassia Meeran 
Everyone needs a break every now and then. So why would that be any different for your favourite four-legged friend? Does Boris need his own space to switch off? Is it time Bella had her pedicure? What if you must go away for a while on a business trip and your pet can’t join? Let’s … Read more
Diabetes (also known as diabetes mellitus) in dogs and cats is a growing problem, and obesity is one of the leading causes of pet diabetes. It’s estimated that about 1 in 500 dogs and 1-2% of cats over the age of 10 years will develop this disease in their lifetime. With careful management and top … Read more
Pet safety is a cornerstone for helping kids and pets become lifelong friends. Children lap up new information and make it their own in no time at all so animal safety can easily be instilled as second nature. Importantly, any scary encounter with an animal can be imbued into a child’s mind for a long, … Read more
It might come as a surprise to dog lovers that puppy mills in a dog-loving country like New Zealand are a growing problem. Our laws allow almost anyone to breed and sell animals with very few restrictions. As you can imagine, this means that inhumane breeding is difficult to control and condemn. If you’re in … Read more
Lots of Kiwis are Googling “Cytopoint injection for dogs cost” and it’s no wonder. When our dogs itch, they use their claws to scratch, leading to open wounds, infection, flyaway fur and more itch! Cytopoint is a relatively new atopic dermatitis treatment option for dogs. Atopic dermatitis is an itchy skin condition in dogs caused … Read more
Want to spoil your cat without spending a pretty penny? Making homemade cat treats means you have something special to give them without needing to make a special trip to the shops. Plus, you can tailor these cat treat recipes to their tastes. Because, you know, cats are fussy and like things to be just … Read more
Yes, there is such a thing as a dog birthday cake, and we have some tail wagging recipes. You can spoil your pooch on their next milestone with many a delectable confection. From a moreish peanut butter cake to meat and veggie concoctions, we have recipes that will delight a sweet or savoury canine palate. … Read more
Ever taken your dog or cat to a vet dentist for professional dental cleaning? As far as pet dental care goes it stands to save you a whopping lot of hassle down the line. Professional dental cleaning for dogs and cats could save your pet’s oral health from deteriorating. It could save them from toothy … Read more
Is there an International Dog Day? Of course! The answer is yes – there are too many dog loving peeps on the planet for there not to be one. Having said that, not every dog has its day because many land up in shelters. That’s one of the key messages of dog days in general, … Read more
Cat gastro is no fun for them or you. Cat is vomit and/or diarrhoea raises the question of whether your cat has gastroenteritis, gastritis OR feline enteritis… Not to mention how dangerous this could be. In this article, we explore these questions and others to get to the bottom of helping your kitty recover. Cats … Read more
