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A retired greyhound dog with a red collar is lying on an orange sofa, resting its head on the cushion and looking toward the camera—a heartwarming example of the gentle companions you can meet through Greyhound Adoption NZ.

Greyhound Racing Is Over in NZ: Could You Adopt a Retired Racer?

With the ban on greyhound racing in NZ now in effect, somewhat 1,300 dogs need to be rehomed. So how about adopting a retired greyhound?

A Doberman lies on a veterinary exam table with a bandaged leg while two veterinarians attend to the dog in a clinic, discussing the importance of desexing your dog for its long-term health and well-being.

Desexing Your Dog: Yay or Nay?

Desexing your dog – also known as spaying or neutering a dog – is a big decision. It has plenty of benefits for pets, but there are also some potential mental and physical health drawbacks to know about. With the review of New Zealand’s 1996 Dog Control Act in the

Couple keep pets safe during pest treatments by going to a pet friendly cafe

How to Keep Pets Safe During a Pest Treatment

If you’ve been Googling ‘pet friendly pest control near me’ then we’ve got some tips. Ensuring pest control is safe for your dogs, cats or other pets is crucial. Thankfully, there are several precautions to keep pets safe during pest treatments. In this article, PD Insurance outlines safety measures to

A brown dog wearing a blue bow sits upright beside colorful balloons, gift boxes with bows, and festive banners against a purple background—perfect for Pet People celebrating six year milestones with their furry friends.

Six Years of Pet Insurance by Pet People

PD turns 6 and we’re positively wagging our tales at all the growth that’s come with that. We’re seriously proud of the support we’ve provided thousands of customers and their pets – helping pay vet bills when they’re in trouble. Not to mention our 4.5 star Google review rating. We’d

Crate Training a Puppy: The Drawbacks

While crate training a puppy has benefits, there can be drawbacks too. When done correctly, crate training can provide a safe space and help with obedience training. But it’s not the right choice for every dog or their owner. This is part two in a two-part exploration of crate training.

A medium-sized, spotted dog with brown and white fur—one of the friendliest dog breeds—is sitting outdoors in front of green pine tree branches, mouth open and tongue visible.

10 of the Friendliest Dog Breeds Ever

It’s almost National Mutt Day and we’re looking at the friendliest dog breeds out there. Now, dogs are naturally friendly, which is why we love them so much. But some breeds immediately come to mind when we think of this trait. For this article, we’re taking ‘friendly’ to mean how

A small black dog with gray fur on its face is wrapped in a white towel with red stripes, looking directly at the camera—a charming reminder of the importance of routine pet care for your new puppy.

Routine Pet Care for a New Puppy or Kitten: NZ Guide to Preventive Health Care

Routine pet care isn’t just a great way to spend time with your new puppy or kitten. That’s right, things like dental care, grooming and exercise (to name a few!) can be part of preventive health care for our dogs and cats. Not only that, but bathing a new puppy

A person walking a small dog on a leash along a forest path, following pet regulations, with trees and sunlight in the background.

Dog Control Review: What It Means For You

The Dog Control Act review is getting plenty of attention in New Zealand, and for good reason. Reports of serious dog attacks have made headlines, and there are concerns about roaming dogs in some communities. In fact, a recent PD survey found that 7 out of 10 Kiwis have had

A Komondor, also known as the Hungarian Sheepdog, with long, corded fur stands in a grassy field dotted with white wildflowers, mountains rising in the background.

The Regal Walking Mop – The Komondor!

With its long corded dreadlocks, the Komondor – also known as the Hungarian Sheepdog – is a truly one-of-a-kind pup. These dogs were bred in Hungary to be great protectors of livestock like sheep and cows. They’re like the furry bodyguards of the animal world! Komondor’s are unique, regal pups

A person and a dog sit on a wooden structure at night, gazing at a star-filled sky where the Matariki star cluster twinkles alongside a comet, with city lights glowing in the distance.

How to Celebrate Matariki with Pets in 2026

Matariki New Year is the perfect time of year for a bit of stargazing. And who better to accompany you under the Matariki star cluster than your loved ones, which of course includes your curious cat or daring dog. (Or both). 1 January is a popular date around the world

A person holds a yellow pill in front of a small brown dog with a pink bow, in a kitchen with vegetables in the background.

Puppy Worming Guide: When, Why and How to Protect Your Pup

Dog worming tablets … puppy worms … not exactly topics we like to think about. But if you’re a proud dog parent or are considering becoming one, it’s crucial not to overlook this less glamorous aspect of pet ownership. In this article, we’ll explore why deworming your puppy is not

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