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Articles For Dog Lovers

Take a look at our dog and puppy articles for advice, tips and more.

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Dog Breed Guide

Looking for the perfect dog breed to join your family? Our comprehensive dog breed guide has got you covered!

Dog

Tips For Bringing Home Your New Puppy

Get ready to welcome your new furry friend with our helpful tips for bringing home a new puppy. From preparing your home to establishing routines and training, we cover all the essential information to help you provide the best care for your new four-legged family member.

General Advice

Puppy

Adoption

How To Pick The Best Toys For Your Puppy

Keep your puppy happy and engaged with our guide to picking the best toys for your furry friend. Learn about the different types of toys available, from chew toys to puzzle toys, and find out how to choose toys that are safe and appropriate for your puppy's age and size. With our tips and recommendations, you can ensure that your puppy always has fun and stimulating toys to play with.

Puppy

General Advice

Product Guides

What Are The Best Treats For A Puppy

Treat your puppy right with our guide to the best treats for your furry friend. From training rewards to healthy snacks, this article provides expert recommendations for treats that are tasty, nutritious, and safe for puppies. Find the perfect treats to keep your pup happy and motivated!

Product Guides

Puppy

Dog

How to Socialise a Puppy: 8 tips for Properly Socialising Your Puppy

From introducing them to new people and animals to gradually increasing exposure to different environments, this article offers practical advice for ensuring your furry friend becomes a well-adjusted and confident adult dog.

Health and Wellbeing

Training and Behaviour

Puppy

How to Stop your Puppy Crying at Night

It's common for puppies to cry at night when they first come home with you. Here's what you can do to ease their nighttime wailing as they make the transition into your family.

Training and Behaviour

Dog

Puppy

Puppy parenting: training your puppy to be home alone

As much as we want to spend every waking moment with our furry friends, most pet parents work either full or part-time. But how long can you leave them alone at home before it might become an issue?

Care

General Advice

Dog

Puppy Training Schedule: What To Teach Your Puppy And When?

Start your puppy off on the right paw with our puppy training schedule. This guide outlines what to teach your puppy and when, from basic commands to leash training and socialization. With our step-by-step schedule, you can help your puppy develop into a well-behaved and happy dog.

Training and Behaviour

Dog

What To Expect With Your New Puppy

Bringing a new puppy into your home can be an exciting but overwhelming experience. Our comprehensive guide covers what to expect with your new furry friend

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Training and Behaviour

Puppy

7 Easy Tricks To Teach Your Dog

Learn how to teach your dog these fun tricks; shake, roll over, speak, place, shy, bow & spin.

Training and Behaviour

Dog

3 No-Bake Birthday Cake Recipes Your Dog Will Love!

Make your dog's birthday extra special with these 3 delicious no-bake cake recipes they'll love

Dog

Recipes and DIY

5 delicious ways to treat your dog with peanut butter

Whether it's stuffed in a toy, baked into a cookie or licked straight from the spoon, peanut butter is a great treat for your dog. However, it is important to know what to look out for when giving your pet peanut butter.

Dog

Diet and Nutrition

15 of New Zealand's best dog friendly events

A list of the best dog-friendly events including walks, markets, runs, shows and pool events across New Zealand.

Culture

Dog

Travel

13 Common Human Foods Dogs Should Avoid

Discover the dangerous foods that could harm your furry friend

Health and Wellbeing

Dog

Diet and Nutrition

A Guide To Selecting The Right Jacket For Your Dog

Find the perfect coat for your furry friend with our comprehensive guide to selecting a dog coat. From understanding the different types of dog coats to factors to consider when choosing the right one for your dog, we cover all the essential information to help you keep your pet warm and comfortable. Read now on the Pet.co.nz blog.

Product Guides

Dog

Winter

A Product Guide for Travelling with a Dog in the Car

Make car trips with your dog stress-free and enjoyable with our product guide for travelling with a dog in the car. We recommend the best car accessories, safety products and travel essentials to keep your dog comfortable and secure on the road. Read now on the Pet.co.nz blog.

Product Guides

Dog

Travel

Dog Feeding Guide: The 5 Nutrients To Look For When Buying Dog Food

Ensure your dog is getting the nutrition they need with our guide to the five essential nutrients to look for when buying dog food. Learn about the benefits of protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals in your dog's diet, and how to choose high-quality dog food that meets their nutritional requirements. Help your furry friend thrive with our expert advice on dog food nutrition.

Health and Wellbeing

Dog

Diet and Nutrition

Dog Feeding Guide: The Benefits Of Mix Feeding Your Dog

Discover the benefits of mix-feeding your dog with our informative guide. From understanding the nutritional value of different types of food to creating balanced meals, we cover all the essential tips to help you provide a varied and nutritious diet for your furry friend. Read now on the Pet.co.nz blog.

General Advice

Dog

Diet and Nutrition

Dog Walks in Auckland

Discover the best dog-friendly walks in Auckland! Our guide features scenic trails and parks where you and your furry friend can explore and enjoy the great outdoors together.

General Advice

Dog

Summer

Travel

Explore the world of dogs on our blog page filled with insightful articles. From training and nutrition to health and behavior, we offer helpful tips and advice for dog owners. Our blog page is your go-to source for all things canine, providing you with the information you need to keep your furry friend healthy and happy.