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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?”

My Dog and Cat Are Fighting – Help!

Good news! The belief that cats and dogs are natural mortal enemies is a myth. This is according to Jackson Galaxy of Animal Planet’s “Cats vs Dogs,” at least. So if your dog and cat are fighting, you’re not doomed. It turns out, there’s no reason why Felix and Fido

scared looking dog black and brown with ears pinned back

Is My Dog Scared? Here’s How To Tell

Is my dog scared even though I think he’s happy? Other than those obviously overjoyed moments of all-out-love jumping and extreme tail wagging, how do you actually know if your dog is feeling fear or anxiety? Perhaps dogs communicate through some secret canine Morse code, with special signals? If so,

Why Do Dogs Bite?

There has been a spate of reports of dogs biting humans lately. And the situation seems to be getting worse. Often, these incidents happen in the home or in everyday situations. Serious dog bites are traumatic for everybody involved, from the human victims to the dogs who have been failed

Flying with Pets this Easter

Are you longing for a holiday which involves flying with pets? You’re not the only one! Since the start of the COVID pandemic, many of us have strengthened our bonds with our pets. We’re used to being at home with them for longer time periods. And you might even have

Two cream-colored puppies engage in playful puppy games on a grassy field with an American football in the foreground. A red barn and white structures are visible in the background.

The Best Puppy Games To Play

Is there anything cuter than the puppy zoomies? We think not. Playing games with your puppy (or dog) is all part of the bonding process. And a fun part at that! But what are the best puppy games for the two of you to get stuck into? We look at

Why do cats purr?

There’s little more satisfying than a cat sitting on your lap, contently purring away like a tractor. But if you’ve ever found yourself wondering why cats purr, you’re not alone. We’ve asked the “why do cats purr?” question too. Especially after finding out cats mostly meow just to talk to

This Labrador is being put to sleep to end the suffering of terminal illness.

Putting a Pet to Sleep: When is Euthanasia Humane?

Putting a pet to sleep can be devastating. You’re saying goodbye to your beloved companion. It’s not an easy decision. In addition to feelings of grief and loss, there will most likely also be feelings of doubt and even guilt. However, sometimes it might be the most humane thing to

Labrador Personality and Profile: Top Dog Breeds in NZ

At the very top of the top dog breeds in New Zealand, Labrador Retrievers are a firm favourite with Kiwis across the country. And it’s easy to see why. That Labrador personality is impossible not to love. Plus, they’re a family-appropriate dog choice. To celebrate the most popular dog in

pet insurance isnt expensive, even for a dog and a cat like these two

How Expensive Is Pet Insurance Really?

We all love our pets and want to do our best by them. But when the word “insurance” crops up, people often assume it’s unaffordable and unnecessary. So how expensive is pet insurance, really? Will it break the bank or is it good value for money? You might be surprised

this lady is a pet parent to two dogs and a cat and probably has ''the easy game" pet parenting style

What’s Your Pet Parenting Style?

Loving pet parents make decisions each and every day about what to feed, teach, and do with your pets. Did you know that these little decisions make up your overall pet parenting style? Just like how parents to human kids have different parenting styles which dictate the way they make

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