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What Do Cats Like to Eat for Breakfast?
In books and movies, cats always drink milk for breakfast. But cats are actually lactose intolerant, so this shouldn’t be standard! In that case…what do cats like to eat for breakfast? Wet food? Dry food? Fish? Chicken? If you’re wanting to give your cat the best breakfast possible, we have
Which Colours Can Cats Really See?
We wanted to know what colours cats can see, if any, because we heard the long-standing myth that they only see black and white was hogwash. Do they see the world in the same way as us, or in their own unique feline way? And surely there are other interesting
Hereditary and Congenital Conditions in Dogs: What’s the Difference?
Hereditary and congenital conditions in dogs are just about as common as they are in humans. Interestingly and perhaps not surprisingly, certain breeds can be more prone to specific hereditary and/or congenital conditions. Knowing which of these conditions is more likely to affect your pooch can help you plan their
Why You Should Always Ask Before Petting Someone’s Dog
If Shakespeare was alive today he’d probably be an avid internet user (and therefore lover of dog memes). No doubt he’d have written something along the lines of “to pet a dog or not to, that is the question?” And that’s a valuable question to be asking. Because seriously, you
Help a Shelter Cat for Hug Your Cat Day
Hug Your Cat Day, which falls on June 4th, isn’t a public holiday in New Zealand….yet. But we think it should be. And did you know June is also Adopt a Cat Month? Which means we just had to talk about hugging cats and shelter cats all at once. Like
How Do I Get My Dog to Eat Dry Food?
Dogs have a voracious appetite most of the time. But every now and again a fussy dog refuses to eat kibble. If your dog is having trouble eating dry food, whetting their appetite will usually get the ball rolling. If you’ve come to this article by searching ‘how to get
Common Health Issues Found in Boxers
Several dog breeds have health issues common to them, and here we’re going to focus on Boxer dog health issues. We’ll delve into which are the most common, signs to spot early and how you can help keep your Boxer healthy. Having a healthy dog is important for so many
Kennel Cough Outbreak in NZ: How to Protect Your Dog
You may have heard there’s been an outbreak of kennel cough in New Zealand. With surges occurring nationwide, dog owners are being urged to be extra cautious. But how serious is kennel cough (also called canine cough), what are the symptoms, and how is it treated? Here’s everything you need
Pet Insurance vs Savings: Which is Best?
A pet care plan is a wonderful way to help protect your beloved fur baby’s health and your finances. People often ponder about the pet insurance vs savings dilemma, though. If you were to put away money every month in a bank account as a contingency for future vet bills,
Cat Toilet Training on the Loo – Goodbye Poop Scoop. Yes, No, Maybe?
We share our homes and our hearts with our cats. And as it happens some pet parents have started taking the leap and are sharing their toilets too. That’s right, training your cat to use the toilet is totally a real thing. In case you’re unclear (which is perfectly normal),