Anna Kemp 
The beach and surrounding areas are wonderful spots for dogs and their humans to get some fresh air-fuelled exercise. But did you know dogs can endanger Auckland’s sensitive coastal wildlife while doing so? That’s why we’ve partnered with the Department of Conservation (DOC) to launch the Lead the Way Auckland programme for International Dog Day. … Read more
With its distinctive flat face and lush fur, it’s no wonder the Exotic Shorthair is one of the world’s most popular felines. How can you go past that unusually squishy, fluffy cat face? If you think the Exotic Shorthair looks just like a Persian, you’re half-right. It’s the result of interbreeding the Persian with the … Read more
There are many Hindu sacred animals in India, Nepal and other countries, as well as in other religions. For Christians, it is the dove or the lamb, Muslims consider snakes, tigers and fish important, while Buddhists exalt the deer. It is common knowledge that for Hindus, who make up somewhat 1 billion of the global … Read more
In recognition of Take Your Dog To Work Day on 24 June, we’re sharing 10 new dog breeds you wish you could bring to the office. This year the internationally celebrated day falls on our inaugural Matariki Day public holiday, so perhaps take your dog to work on the Monday instead. Or why not extend … Read more
We wanted to know what colours cats can see, if any, because we heard the long-standing myth that they only see black and white was hogwash. Do they see the world in the same way as us, or in their own unique feline way? And surely there are other interesting facts about their eyes – … Read more
Several dog breeds have health issues common to them, and here we’re going to focus on Boxer dog health issues. We’ll delve into which are the most common, signs to spot early and how you can help keep your Boxer healthy. Having a healthy dog is important for so many reasons – it means your … Read more
If you hate having to leave your beloved furball home while you head off to work, a doggy daycare is a fantastic alternative. Doggy daycare is not just for those of us who work away from home – even if we work from home our pups can benefit from the extra stimulation and play a … Read more
The cutest dog in the world is a rather subjective thing to consider. Since there’s no official competition to vote on it, there’s no official title (yet). And with no definitive answer, we’ve taken it upon ourselves and rounded up the cutest dogs in the world according to three categories. It must be said that … Read more
What are the best dog breeds? That comes down to who you ask. Dog breeds are very much a matter of personal preference, and usually the best choice depends on the pet parents’ lifestyle. For instance, those of us with an active lifestyle and a big yard might prefer a high energy pup like a … Read more
Virtual vet consultations are on the rise and for good reason. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the use of online consultations for everything in NZ from doctors to psychiatrists. We’re making the most of technology to reduce our time spent running around for tasks that need to be ticked off but aren’t considered emergencies. So … Read more
