Dog

Cruciate disease in dogs

What is cruciate disease ? The cruciate ligaments are important stabilising ligaments of the knee (stifle) joint. The stifle joint...

Calm your pets during thunderstorms

Do thunder and lightning storms panic your pet? As we start to endure unsettled weather, here are some tips and tricks to help calm your...

Understanding the breed ring

Have you thought about showing your dog? Showing is not for everyone but, for some, spending a weekend at a dog show offers a lot of...

Companion Animals NZ Animal Behaviour and Training Accreditation

Training and behaviour consultation is an unregulated industry in New Zealand. Anyone with any level of experience and education can call...

Getting the perfect pet photo

Struggling to get the perfect photo of your pet? Then you are not alone. Many pet owners have phones full of dud photos with the hopes of...

Meet Pet Refuge Shelter Manager

Pet Refuge Shelter Manager Louise Morley has been on the ground since the facility opened nearly two years ago at a secret location on...

Help! My dog/cat is difficult to give tablets to

No one likes taking tablets or medication and it can be hard to persuade your pets to eat the tablets, especially as they often don’t...

Why do professionals use Safe4?

When your business and the safety of those in your care is paramount, then the best protection available is of highest importance. You...

Waiheke goes to the dogs

Vicki Angland encourages all pups to jump on the ferry with their human to enjoy the gorgeous dog-friendly island of Waiheke during the...

Love for older dogs

Ever thought about providing an elderly dog with their forever home? Every dog deserves love and care for their entire life. But...

Keeping your dog licked in spring

Spring is in the air! Our fur babies enjoy being outside in the sunshine, and it’s important to keep them happy and healthy. Here are a...

Partnership educates dog owners on protecting native species

A programme to protect native wildlife, dogs and people on beaches has been launched in Auckland by the Department of Conservation. The...

Revolutionising animal healthcare

Pacific Radiology’s innovative MRI team has opened the doors to New Zealand’s first dedicated animal MRI clinic in Christchurch. Pacific...

NZ’s first B Corp Certified pet food business

Pet treat company Gourmate Pet Treat Co. has become the first pet business in New Zealand to get B Corp Certification for being a...

SPCA education inspires a kinder generation

Aotearoa New Zealand is a nation of animal lovers. We have more than 4.35 million companion animals (pets) that call New Zealand home,...

Deeping our love connection: Natural therapies for animals

Once thought to be only for humans, natural therapies are becoming increasingly popular for our companion animals. A holistic health...

Natural remedies

Natural remedies are becoming pet owners’ number one choice for pet care. When it comes to flea control, many pet owners are looking for...

Keep your senior pet happy

Watching your beloved cat or dog age can be hard for any pet owner. Most pet parents struggle with the realisation that their pet is...

LickiMat tips for winter

With the colder months now here, it is not always easy to spend time outside with our pets and some of you may have pets that don’t like...

Winter checklist

As the cooler months set in, it is time to make sure your pets are kept safe, warm and healthy this winter. Here are a few tips to help...