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Black dog sits indoors with Halloween decorations, including pumpkins, a broom, a witch hat, and black paper jack-o’-lanterns, against a brick wall background. Nearby, halloween dog treats made from a special dog treat recipe add to the festive scene.

5 Howling Halloween Treats for Your Pup

Gen Z are the most likely generation to dress their pets up — that’s according to a recent PD Insurance survey, which found 9% of

Avoiding Puppy Mills in New Zealand and Finding a Reputable Breeder

It might come as a surprise to dog lovers that puppy mills in a dog-loving country like New Zealand are a growing problem. Our laws allow almost anyone to breed and sell animals with very few restrictions. As you can imagine, this means that inhumane breeding is difficult to control

A small dog wearing reindeer antlers and a scarf lies on a table next to a plate of assorted cookies, crafted from our favorite Christmas dog treats recipe. A decorated Christmas tree is in the background.

5 Christmas Dog Treat Recipes That Are Totally Pawsome

Fancy yourself as crafty in the kitchen? Feel like rustling up something amazing for your pup this festive season? We’ve rounded up Christmas dog treat recipes that are easy to make and will have their tails wagging all the way to the tree! These are all baked goodies — dog

A woman and Nelson the Border Collie, both wearing birthday hats, sit on the steps of a white house. The woman is smiling and looking at the dog.

Hit By A Car! Here’s Nelson The Border Collie’s Story

Nelson is a Border Collie puppy from West Auckland who was hit by a car after he escaped a gated area. Luckily, this brave pup survived and is thriving again. But it took intense surgery and 8 weeks of crate rest to get him fully back in action. We talk

A person with red curly hair lies on a striped blanket next to a Shiba Inu dog, both looking at a smartphone screen, perhaps exploring the best AI apps together.

Best AI Apps Every Pet Owner Should Try

Lately, the best AI apps—especially those designed with pets in mind—and übersmart tools like ChatGPT are really shaking things up in the pet parenting world. We often refer to our pets as fur kids for a reason—they require just as much love and attention as any other family member. Sure,

Labrador Retrievers are the no.1 assistance dogs in NZ

Ways to Celebrate National Guide Dog Month 2024

Not only can life be better with dogs, but for many blind or visually impaired people, Guide Dogs are a necessity. National Guide Dog Month is a celebration in honour of the great work these animals do. In this article, we outline ways to celebrate the month and answer common

A woman in an orange shirt sits on a couch, hugging and smiling at a large black dog with its tongue out, grateful for the relief Cytopoint for dogs has brought to her pet's atopic dermatitis.

Cytopoint and Other Treatments for Atopic Dermatitis in Dogs

Lots of Kiwis are Googling “Cytopoint injection for dogs cost” and it’s no wonder. When our dogs itch, they use their claws to scratch, leading to open wounds, infection, flyaway fur and more itch! Cytopoint is a relatively new atopic dermatitis treatment option for dogs. Atopic dermatitis is an itchy

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

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