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white and grey cat eating dry cat food from bowl

Dry Cat Food vs Wet: Which One?

Decisions, decisions. Dry cat food, wet cat food, a mixture? Cat parents who are deciding what to feed their feline friends have likely pondered this dilemma. After all, dry food is cheaper…but wet food might go a little further in buying your cat’s affection. And yes – there are health

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How to Stop My Puppy from Crying

They say dogs are a human’s best friend, but they’re our children too. If you have a new puppy, you’ll know this firsthand. Especially when you’re wondering ‘how to stop my puppy crying?’ in the middle of the night when you badly want to get some shut-eye… Ironically, this period

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Why do cats land on their feet?

Why Do Cats Land On Their Feet?

Before we ask why do cats land on their feet, let’s ask if they actually do land on their feet. The simple answer is yes. Cats almost always do land on their feet. Depending on the height and distance they fall, they may not land on their feet 100% of

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A Saint Bernard gets a hug from his loving pet owner

Saint Bernard Personality and Origins

The Saint Bernard is a big dog with a big heart. He’s loved by all and he has enough love for everyone, from kids and adults to other pets. In short, he’s a model dog (as long as you don’t mind a bit of slobber). He’s a best friend, a

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This dogs owner isn't sure how to stop a dog from barking

How to Stop a Dog from Barking

Ever wondered how to stop a dog from barking? You’re not alone. Barking is loud and can be overwhelming if it continues over a prolonged period. Considering that our canine kids have such great hearing, it’s a wonder they can handle the sound of their own barking! (We humans only

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dog breed health problems are more common in certain breeds

10 Common Dog Breed Health Problems

If you’re looking for dog breeds without health problems you might be in a bit of a pickle. This is because dog breed health problems can happen to all dogs, whether they’re pedigreed or mongrel. Having said this, you can help buffer your beloved pup from medical issues it’s prone

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blonde woman reading with her cat on national cat day

National Cat Day: 29 October

National Cat Day is almost upon us! Cat lovers, your time arrives on the 29th of October. It’s a good excuse to celebrate everything cat, from their cute little toe beans to their special happy purr. Whether this year you’re thinking of adopting a new furry friend, spoiling the cat-shaped

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older dogs for adoption in nz can bring joy

Older Dogs for Adoption: Pros and Cons

They say you can’t treat an old dog new tricks, but that’s not true. Older dogs for adoption tend to get shifted to the back of the queue and perhaps this misnomer is why. This and the fact that most people want a cute, fluffy puppy. In truth, an older

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view of Pomeranian on Google 3D animals

Google 3D Animals Makes Choosing a Pet Easier

Have you heard about Google 3D animals? It’s augmented reality (AR) that you can experience anywhere – even the comfort of your own home. You don’t need special 3D or AR goggles either. All you need is your smartphone. Imagine choosing your pet using Google 3D animals… You won’t have

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Cat movie viewing with cat on the couch

Cat Movie Viewing: What’s Your Favourite?

What do you get when you combine two of the best things in life? You get a cat movie! That’s right, we all know cats are one of the best things in life. Another is dogs, of course, but for the purpose of this article we’re mostly looking at cats.

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