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A retired greyhound dog with a red collar is lying on an orange sofa, resting its head on the cushion and looking toward the camera—a heartwarming example of the gentle companions you can meet through Greyhound Adoption NZ.

Greyhound Racing Is Over in NZ: Could You Adopt a Retired Racer?

With the ban on greyhound racing in NZ now in effect, somewhat 1,300 dogs need to be rehomed. So how about adopting a retired greyhound?

5 Easy Dog Training Tricks

You can teach an old dog new tricks! Obvious pun but it’s true… All you need is some patience, a little luck, a clicker and bag of pup’s favourite treats. And this simple 5 Easy Dog Training Tricks article in the back of your mind. If you get the basics

Pet safety in cars is possible with advice

Your Ultimate Guide to Pet Safety While Driving

Dogs. Cats. Rabbits. Birds. Even guinea pigs. For most pets, car travel isn’t part of their weekly routine, but sometimes travelling with your pet in the car is unavoidable. Let’s talk about pet safety while driving. It can be fun! Especially if you’re taking them on holidays. You might be surprised by

No, Don’t Bath a Cat (and When You Really Must)

It’s important that you know when (not) to bath a cat and how. You may have noticed your cat is quite committed to personal grooming, so they don’t generally need a human to bath them. Sometimes, however, things don’t go their way and they may need a little extra help

How to Remove Pet Fur Off Clothes and Furniture

You love your pets – enough that you’ve looked into pet insurance, right? – but find their fur all over your clothes and furniture. Are you ready for these quick fixes to finally remove that pet fur from your wardrobe, furniture, surfaces, and floors? Needing tips for your poor furry

Use the DIY Dog Walking Kit for puppy training

DIY Dog Walking Kit – Preparation is Key

So, you’re going walkies or runsies? Read on – you need this dog walking kit to keep the ‘mis’ out of misadventure! Pooches must poop, they get dirty, and it could rain. While you can’t take the kennel and all the toys along, you do want to be prepared for

3 Ways You Can Safely Break Up a Cat Fight

Feline fights are terrible things, all claws and teeth. The best way to break up a cat fight? Prevent it rather than trying to stop it after it’s started. This article discusses surefire tactics for making this happen. First, recognise the signs There’s play fighting and there’s serious fighting. Knowing

A leashed dog walking on a city sidewalk with its lead in hand.

How to Choose the Right Dog Leash, Harness, or Lead

Being able to contain your dog’s excitement and keep them (relatively!) in line outside the home using the right dog leash, harness, or lead, is a must for responsible pet owners. Leash, harness or lead, call it what you will, the plethora of dog restraining aids can be confusing for

Two Egyptian cats named Bastet and Sekhmet in front of an Egyptian sarcophagus.

Find an Egyptian Name for Your Cat

It turns out that we’re not the only ones who treat our cats like members of the royal family. Considering how sacred cats were – and still are – to the Egyptians, why not give your pet an Egyptian name? Felines owned by Egyptian royals were enrobed in golden jewellery

Do I Really Need Pet Insurance?

Are you wondering if you really need pet insurance? Pondering whether it’s really worth it? Or, perhaps, you would just like to find out what the fuss about medical cover for your furball is all about. Either way, keep reading! PD Insurance answers some frequently asked questions on pet insurance.

Paws and Listen: Tips for Travelling With Pets

Dreaming of a beautiful, busy, beach-side break? Or, maybe you’re keen for a relaxing road-trip that ends with you kicking back around the campfire. You can still achieve this when travelling with pets. Like the two thirds of New Zealanders who own a pet, your furry best friend is a

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