Anna Kemp 
Are you celebrating Chinese New Year 2022 with all the colour, movement, food and culture that it entails? Is it a steadfast tradition in your family or circle, or have you never heard of it? Whether you intimately know the tradition or it’s something that’s just jumped onto your radar, Chinese New Year is a … Read more
Having limited mobility doesn’t mean you can’t have a pet to keep you company and snuggle up with. As a matter of fact, bringing a furry friend into your life comes with far more benefits than drawbacks, as long as you find the right one. Research shows there are plenty of physical benefits of owning … Read more
Ever heard of the Cavoodle? Well, considering there were almost 10,000 Google searches for the word ‘Cavoodle’ in New Zealand this month alone, you may very well have. With its button nose and tight curls it’s not hard to see why people want to know more. Cavoodle prices have skyrocketed in recent years, now going … Read more
Considering buying a doggo? You may be asking: “Are mixed breed dogs healthier than purebred dogs?” Sure, Yorkshire Terriers are adorable, but are you going to spend a fortune in vet bills for their sensitive tummies? And Alsatians are gorgeous too, but what about the potential for hip issues in these dogs? Could opting for … Read more
Ever heard of a pet cooling mat? Basically, it’s a mat filled with water or cooling gel that your dog or cat can lay on to regulate their body temperature. Cooling mats aren’t just for hot areas – they can be used in cool indoor spots too, for more effective cooling down after your pet … Read more
Ever wondered if your dog’s gut health is impacted by probiotics or the type of dog food you shop for in NZ? No? Well, get ready to shift gears because we’re about to open your eyes to a whole new world of canine wellness. While it might not have been at the forefront of your … Read more
Many of us would hope the practice of dog ear cropping and tail docking is a thing of the past. Especially in NZ, where ear cropping and tail cropping of dogs doesn’t seem that it would be too common or popular. After all, it’s a procedure done purely for aesthetic reasons that causes issues for … Read more
We need to safeguard our favourite furry friends from Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) because, like the human equivalent HIV, it’s a serious condition and there’s no cure. Some infected cats can still live a relatively happy life but, like all health ailments, it’s best to avoid it altogether. Did you know us Kiwis own 4.6 million … Read more
The 12 days of Christmas are nearly upon us, and we all know that during this time it’s all about the food. But too many treats can cause a host of health problems for both humans and dogs. So this festive season we’re sharing ways to spoil your dog without turning to Christmas dinner scraps. … Read more
We all want to spoil our pets at Christmas. After all, it’s the season for giving. Have you been pondering what cat or dog Christmas dinner recipes you could cook as you dream about the festive feast that lays in store? Dogs and cats can’t eat everything that we do (turkey bones hazards! chocolate dangers!), … Read more
