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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?

This black pug with its head out a red car's window has an owner that's taking a dog from NZ to Australia

Taking Your Dog from New Zealand to Australia: What You Need to Know

Wondering what’s involved in taking a dog to Australia from NZ, whether you’re emigrating with pets, going on holiday, or visiting Aussie loved ones? When moving your dog from NZ to Australia for any length of time what steps should you take to ensure it’s done right? To ensure you

woman feeding fluffy white cat homemade cat treats

5 Tasty Homemade Cat Treats

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

A dog enjoys a delicious dog birthday cake decorated with sprinkles and bone-shaped treats, placed on a wooden cake stand—a perfect treat from your favorite dog birthday cake recipe.

Easy Homemade Dog Birthday Cake Recipes Your Pup Will Love

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

A Striped Cat Sitting On A Window With a cat Net

How To Install Cat Netting To Keep Your Fur Kid Safe

Does your kitty have a propensity to escape the house or yard and get up to all sorts of mischief? Mischief that could put their lives at risk? You may not want to make yours an indoor cat just yet, but need a way to contain them for their own

A veterinarian wearing a mask and gloves is performing a dog dental cleaning on a small white Chihuahua standing on a table.

Pet Teeth Cleaning: What to Expect at the Vet Dentist

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

A curly-haired dog wearing a "My Birthday" bandana stands in a blue kiddie pool filled with colorful plastic balls outdoors—a playful dog birthday idea sure to make their special day unforgettable.

6 Ways to Make Your Dog or Cat’s Birthday Extra Special

Did you know that 71% of PD Insurance members answered ‘yes!’ to a survey that asked whether they celebrate their pet’s birthday, with 14% saying ‘sometimes’? Whether it’s buying them gifts, baking them a pet-friendly cake or giving them extra love and attention, pet parents have plenty of cat and

A smiling young woman with curly hair celebrating International Dog Day by holding a small dog in a lush outdoor setting with autumn trees in the background.

9 Ways to Celebrate International Dog Day in New Zealand

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

Brown old dog yawning, close up face shot. How to keep your dog entertained while you're at work?

6 Ways to Entertain Your Pets While You Work From Home

As a pet parents, one of the best parts of working from home is having your fur ball as a colleague! But nice as it is having your cat to bounce ideas off of or your dog to weigh in on meetings, it also comes with the challenge of keeping

Close-up of a small kitten with white and gray fur looking directly at the camera, while a person's hands gently touch its back, ensuring it stays calm despite recently recovering from feline gastroenteritis.

How Do I Know if My Cat Has Gastroenteritis?

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

Cat dad celebrates International Cat Day with her kitty

International Cat Day: 10 Reasons Cats Make Great Pets!

Cats are the #1 pet in New Zealand – 41% of all Kiwi households are home to at least one cat! This is probably why there’s one special day on the cat calendar devoted to all the cat ladies and gents out there. International Cat Day is all about celebrating

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