How to make a new pet happy
Some big problems can be avoided if owners of a new puppy or kitten welcome it right.
Five reasons to de-sex your pet
There are so many health, cultural and behavioural reasons to de-sex your pet
Five tips for picking a dog from a shelter
So you've been mulling it over for a while and you've finally decided to adopt a rescue
The five basics of owning a bird
Have you recently acquired a pet bird? Even if you're a seasoned pet owner
Five tips for curbing your dog's chewing habit
Chewing is a big part of a dog's life: it keeps them entertained
Five birds that make great pets
It was truly bird-mania at the end of last year in New Zealand
Five tips for calming hyper dogs
It was truly bird-mania at the end of last year in New Zealand
Top five ugly-cute pets of all time
You may be familiar with the Japanese concept kawaii (the culture of 'cuteness')
Five things you need to know about Cavoodles
Last month, infamous internet mogul and controversial figure....
Top 5 dog breeds that make great office pets
It's 2018, and the nature of the workplace is ever-evolving.
Five strange cat behaviours explained
Cats are strange creatures, known for all manner of odd behaviour.
Top 5 tips to keep your dog safe on the road this summer
Ahh, summer: the season of road trips. There's nothing better than travelling Aotearoa
Five animal stories that warmed our hearts in 2017
2017 was a tough year in more ways than one but, thanks to the animal kingdom
Five animals who make great therapy pets
For decades, animals have been used to help people cope with stress...
Five children's books for kids who love animals
Kids are crazy about animals – especially when it comes to picture books.
Five Christmas presents for your lucky dog
According to a survey by the Real Petfood Company...
Five ways to make sure your dog has a happy holiday season
They call it the silly season for a reason – but that doesn't mean you should be so silly
Best Xmas gifts for pets
From toys to new furniture, Christmas presents for pets are growing - and so is owner...
Five reasons birds make the best pets
Deciding to adopt a pet doesn't have to be a choice between a cat or dog?
Five things you need to know about the kea
While most of the country was glued to the New Zealand election last month..
Kiwi could be extinct in 50 years
Pet dogs pose the biggest threat to our iconic national bird.
Top 5 ways you can help kiwis
Save Kiwi Month is New Zealand's national campaign to raise awareness
Kiwi have whiskers like cats, and other things you didn't know about our national bird
Sure, they're the national symbol of New Zealand...
Top 5 crime-fighting animals
In late August, the New Zealand Police's much-loved guinea pig mascot died...
How to feed your pet correctly
Our pets love it when we feed them - but it can be a trap if we overdo it.
Five reasons reptiles make the coolest pets
Cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs aren't the only pets, y'know..
Five tips for moving overseas with your pet
Moving overseas with a pet can be expensive and stressful, especially if...
Five reasons dogs are the new humans
These days, you can find just about anything for your dog...
Five no-nos for all dog owners
No! Stop! Down! No, we're not talking to your dog - we're talking to you.
Five of the world's best cat cafes
The global cat café craze first reared its furry head in the late '90s and hasn't shown...
Five ways to make sure your dog doesn't go missing
Megan Denize, a.k.a. Inspector Spot, works hard to find lost pets.
Five dogs that don't look like dogs at all
You wouldn't keep a lion or a wolf - but you can find dogs that look just like them.
Dogs love us more than cats do
Research shows dogs get a rush of "happy hormone" when interacting with humans.
Five things you never knew about dogs
Let's paws (geddit?) and contemplate this for a second
Top 5 "viral" animals in New Zealand
It's been a big – and sad – month for animal news in Aotearoa
