Indoor pets

The importance of water testing!

Some fish and plant life are needy, while others are not. Water is the key to life but can hold a wide range of chemicals and mineral...

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...

Acclimatising your new wet pet

Acclimatising your new tank addition is important. Cam Scott from The Fish Room explains the best practice for introducing your new wet...

Cat containment, are catios the answer?

New Zealand is a nation of cat lovers. We have one of the highest rates of cat ownership in the world, says University of Canterbury...

Parrots as pets

Parrots make wonderful pets and companions. You will quickly find that these birds are extremely smart and their ability to learn make...

Walkies with Pearl

Have you ever thought about walking your indoor cat on a lead so they can enjoy their outside environment? Pearl is a deaf cat that has...

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...

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,...

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...

Your pet deserves the best life ever

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

Pet Refuge - Help for pets affected by family violence

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

Arthritis and your ageing pet

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

Cat clicker training

We have all heard about clicker training dogs, but have you ever thought about clicker training your cat? Using a clicker to support...

Keeping your indoor cat happy

Did you know that the average lifespan for an outdoor cat (on average) is only 3 to 5 years while indoor cats average 13-17? There are...