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A retired greyhound dog with a red collar is lying on an orange sofa, resting its head on the cushion and looking toward the camera—a heartwarming example of the gentle companions you can meet through Greyhound Adoption NZ.

Greyhound Racing Is Over in NZ: Could You Adopt a Retired Racer?

With the ban on greyhound racing in NZ now in effect, somewhat 1,300 dogs need to be rehomed. So how about adopting a retired greyhound?

A dog swims underwater in a clear pool, front paws outstretched and surrounded by bubbles. Remember to follow dog summer safety tips to enjoy fun, worry-free water adventures with your pets.

How to Keep Pets Safe in Summer: Life-Saving Tips You Need to Know

Hot summer days might be the stuff of postcards, but they can be tough on your pets. Fur babies can’t just grab an icy cold drink, slip on some sunnies, and head out for a swim on their own. That’s why it’s up to you to know how to keep

An orange cat, once rescued from an animal shelter, is sleeping on a patterned blanket while a person's hand gently strokes its head.

Ethical Cat Breeder in NZ: How to Find One This Christmas

Pet parenting has never been more popular, with Kiwis owning 4.6 million pets. But this high demand for fur kids (and a seasonal increase every festive period) isn’t always a good thing for animals. Kitten mills are a big problem in NZ, as is the huge number of abandoned cats

Person decorates cookies with icing while a dog wearing a festive headband watches attentively, dreaming of Christmas dinner shared among pets.

Christmas Dinner and Pets: What Can Dogs & Cats Actually Eat?

Christmas is a time to relax with our nearest and dearest. If your dogs and cats aren’t part of the ‘close family’ umbrella, then…umm…you’re doing it wrong! Loads of us will put a little pet pressie under the tree or give our furkids a special treat for dinner. Some even

A person with a patterned hat reads a book on green grass, demonstrating the joys of responsible dog ownership. Beside them, their small dog lies contentedly in the sunlight, embodying a perfect moment of peace during their shared holiday.

How to be a Responsible Dog Parent this Summer

Summer is on our doorstep and if you’re anything like us you’re just jumping for joy at the idea of taking your dog on holiday with you. Outdoors and pups go together like peanut butter and jelly, and travelling with pets has become more popular than ever before. But do

A dog watching their owner take a christmas quiz

QUIZ: Find Your Festive Film Pet Personality

Want some festive fun? Why not take our jolly Christmas quiz below? We’ve rounded up some of the season’s most iconic movie dogs and cats … but which one are you? From iconic sidekicks to pets that truly steal the show – many beloved animal characters have graced our screens

Pet Boarding Tips + Checklist To Take Along!

As the holidays approach, you may be travelling to places where your furry friend can’t accompany you. Make sure you know what to consider when it comes to pet boarding to make the experience as stress-free as possible (for the both of you). The prospect of deciding between kennels vs

get your cat pet care products to pamper them for Christmas

5 Pampered Pet Care Products for Christmas Stockings

Pampered pets are happy pets, right? This is why PD Insurance has rounded up five pet care products to bag in Felix or Rover’s stocking this year. Grabbing one of these will mean you don’t get the stink eye from your furry bestie this Christmas … we hope! We’re not

A dachshund intently looks at a laptop screen, standing on a keyboard with its front paws, as if critiquing the Top Read Post of 2024.

Best of the Best: Our 5 Top Read Articles For 2024

We love sharing expert info, tips and guidance with pet parents like you – no wonder our blog has over 550 articles! Whether it’s info on your favourite dog breeds or the symptoms of FIV in cats – you’ll probably find the answers here. But which top articles had you

Spoil your pooch with a luxury pet vacation like the one this black and white dog wearings sunglasses is enjoying.

5 Top Spots for a Luxury Pet Vacation or Pampering

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

This vet determines if this obese cat is at risk of diabetes.

The Warning Signs: Identifying Diabetes in Dogs and Cats

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.

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