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The Surprising Items Sending Dogs to the Vet in 2026
Did you know that ”accidental ingestion’ – basically your dog swallowing something they shouldn’t – is consistently among our top claim types? And we don’t
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Blog - All About Pets
Fruit And Veg For Your Pet – Is It Safe?
We know getting plenty of fruits and vegetables into our diet is good for us. But does it count for our pets? What vegetables and
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A Seatbelt For Dogs? Dog Car Harness 101
Did you know that 90% of Kiwis say they consider their pets when deciding to travel or not? Many of us take our fur family
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Guy Fawkes From A Vet’s Perspective
At the time of writing, there are only four days a year that you’re allowed to buy fireworks in New Zealand. That’s the lead up
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5 Reasons Pet Insurance Makes the Best Christmas Gift
When it comes to the most valuable Christmas gift for your dog or cat’s health, pet insurance really does top the list. Though the festive
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Tipping the Scales on Pet Obesity Day: Vet Advice
Pet Obesity Day is two-pronged. Firstly, it’s about helping overweight pets get back to their ideal weight. Secondly (these can be in any order, really)
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Chaining Your Dog – Is It Cruel or Not?
You’ve probably seen the photos of neglected or abused dogs tied up to something within a bare yard with no shelter. We all know that
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Rickets in Puppies – What You Need To Know
Rickets in puppies and young dogs? You may have heard of rickets in humans, but the fact that it can occur in our pups can
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Meet Zephyr – A ‘Pawsitivity Wellness Officer’ for Auckland Students
Meet emotional support dog, Zephyr, a Border Collie who recently joined an NZ educational programme run by Great Potentials Foundation. The use of dogs in
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How Do I Know If My Cat Imprinted on Me? And Other Burning Cat Questions
Cats. Mysterious, moody, majestic – and occasionally a bit stalkerish. If you’ve ever caught your kitty tailing you from room to room, you’ve likely wondered: