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New Zealand’s only refuge for pets of domestic violence victims running at capacity
It's only been just over a year since New Zealand's first pet refuge opened, but plans are already underway for another centre to meet...


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...

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...


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...


How to transition a cat to new food
Your cat’s nutritional requirements will change as they transition through life stages. Growth, pregnancy, lactation, adulthood,...


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...


Retired Greyhounds Are Set To Paint The Country Red This September!
For the first time ever, Greyhounds in red-carpet themed fancy dress will be taking over every region in New Zealand. On September 25th...


Top 10 tips for chicken health
Provide correct feed Chickens need correct feed; if you have laying hens this is even more important. Providing layer pellets or mash is...


Get to know your fish better
How well do you know your aquarium fish? Silly question, right? Well, consider this: our fish have daily routines, needs, social...

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...


Promising anti-cancer trial for dogs with lymphoma
When looking at Ryley, a gorgeous Border Collie cross Kelpie, you would think she was just a normal, happy dog with boundless energy and...


Rabbits for Life
Rabbits have become very popular pets in recent years but rabbit ownership can very quickly get out of control if you don’t do your...


Moving house with your cat
Cats are territorial species who are influenced by their environment, so moving homes can be potentially stressful for your individual...


Five Domains of animal welfare
The Five Domains model provides a basis for identifying opportunities to improve animal welfare. By minimising negative experiences and...

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,...
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