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

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

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

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...

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...

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...

Paws-itivity often comes in the form of a wet nose and waggy tail. Many of us thrive from connecting and interacting with pets. Did you...

Denis Putt, Sarah Johns, Aimee Baldwin and Krys Beardman tell us about their charitable trust, We Love Dogs, started in early 2020. Where...

General appearance Bluetick Coonhounds have a smooth, glossy coat that is dark blue and thickly mottled with black spots on the back,...

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What are anal glands? Anal glands are two small glands that sit inside, below and either side of the anus, at above the 4 o’clock and 8...

As Omicron looms, we’re advised to stock up our medicine cabinet with effective pain relief such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, cough medicin

Companion Animals New Zealand is promoting a fresh way of looking at animal welfare in New Zealand, General Manager David Lloyd explains.

Pet Refuge, the country’s first shelter dedicated to caring for pets affected by family violence, has opened its doors. The refuge was built

Fleas are every pet owners nightmare. These pests are small, wingless brown insects that live and grow on your pet’s body. They are particul

Pet Remedy is an effective, natural way to help calm your pets. The products are now used on a daily basis by vets, vet nurses, rescue centr

Why desex? For many dogs and cats there are a number of very good reasons why it is important to consider desexing ...

Pets are life-long companions and faithful friends. Like us, they are subject to the natural processes of life; from being a kitten or...

Do you know that it is possible to kill your pet with kindness? Giving your pet a lot of treats may be one way of showing you care for...

The Boston terrier has been nicknamed, and justly so, the American gentleman. And has earned its nickname due to its wonderful, gentle...