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Beagle Profile: Everything You Need to Know

Beagles are cheeky, lovable pups with a knack for stealing hearts…and maybe the occasional snack. If you’ve ever asked, “Are Beagles good with other dogs?”

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Keeping Your Pet Safe During Fireworks

With lots of celebrations organised for Christmas, and New Year not long off, fireworks season for pets and humans is upon us. Fireworks in New Zealand tend to happen over big holidays like these as well as during events like Guy Fawkes, Chinese New Year and Diwali. And while we

yes dogs can get sunburn - and badly - keep them out the noonday su this is responsible dog ownership when taking dog on holiday

Can Dogs Get Sunburn? Answers and Solutions

Can dogs get sunburn? Given all that luxurious fur, you’d think surely not?! But in truth, neither dogs with short nor long fur can outsmart the sun (and dog nose sunburn is just the worst – just look at the pic below!). It shines down on us all and feels

A Puppy is Not Just for Christmas, It’s Furever

🎄 A puppy is not just for Christmas, it’s for life. 🎄 This headline may sound like a poetic slogan and not one anyone wants to hear during the festive season but… Take a moment to think of all those pawsome pets sitting behind bars in shelters while we’re eating

A person in Christmas pajamas sits on the floor, reading a book and holding a mug, while petting a fluffy cat. Nearby, there are wrapped gifts on a knitted blanket, creating a cozy scene that makes one ponder about pet health risks.

How to Find a Good Pet Sitter for the Holidays

With Christmas holidays only one month away and your fur baby unable to join the family vacay, making sure they’re well looked after will help you relax. If your fur child loves the comfort of his home and routine then a pet sitter may be the perfect holiday pet care

If you’re looking to buy an adorable puppy, like this cute black and white puppy looking directly at the camera, avoid puppy scams.

How to Avoid Puppy Scams this Breeding Season

“Puppies for sale”. Those three words can be hard to resist for someone looking to add some big puppy dog eyes to their family. But with online puppy scams on the rise, undertaking thorough background research is vital. Once you’ve done your due diligence – starting here! – you can

Purebred vs Pedigree Dogs and Cats: What’s the Diff?

Purebred vs pedigree – surely when it comes to dogs and cats, it’s the same thing? The terms are used interchangeably quite often, but animal lovers (and English teachers) will know they don’t actually mean quite the same thing. So next time you talk about your pedigree cat or purebred

Elderly border collie dog in spectacles wants to compare pet insurance with a pet insurance comparison

Your How-To Guide for Comparing Pet Insurance Plans

So, you want to compare pet insurance? Good move. Undertaking solid research before you decide is the best way to do a pet insurance comparison in NZ, to land the right cover for your budget and your furball’s needs. What you’ll soon learn is that comparing pet insurance is not

a cute Rottweiler puppy in a mug. when searching puppies for sale nz, remember to beware of puppy scams

Researching Puppies for Sale in NZ? Here’s How to Buy Right

Let us guess… you’re Googling “puppies for sale NZ” because you think you’re ready to bring a happy fur ball into your life? We’re sure loads of adorable potential fur kids are staring back at you from your screen. But are you clued up on everything you need to know

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Does My Dog Need Braces for Good Dental Health?

National Oral Health Day on the first Friday of every November isn’t just for humans – it’s for pets too! We all have teeth and we want them to last. On the topic of dog dental health, you may have heard about dog braces from your veterinary dentist. Just like

How Many Times a Day Should a Dog Eat?

Are you planning on bringing home a new pooch? If the answer’s yes, then there’s also probably a million questions running through your mind right now. Questions like should you get a basket or kennel? What lead should you get? How many times a day should a dog eat? Best

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