Peaceful Introductions with Pets

Indoor vs Outdoor Cats: NZ Conservation

Pet Care & Integration NZ Feb 26

Table of Contents The Critical Role of Indoor Cats in NZ Conservation The Impact of Pr... read more

Desexing Kittens: Regulations & Vouchers

Pet Care & Integration NZ Feb 25

Table of Contents The Critical Importance of Desexing for Population Control Age Guide... read more

Emergency Cat Fostering Guide

Cat Adoption & Rescue NZ Feb 24

Table of ContentsWhat is Emergency Cat Fostering?The New Zealand Context: Housing and Animal Welfare... read more

Rescue Dogs Christchurch

Regional Rescue Directory Feb 23

Table of Contents Understanding the Landscape of Dog Rescue in Christchurch Christchurch City Co... read more

Greyhound Adoption (GAP) Guide

Dog Adoption & Rehoming NZ Feb 22

Table of Contents Understanding the Greyhounds as Pets (GAP) Program Why Choose a Reti... read more

Staffy Rescue & Advocacy

Dog Adoption & Rehoming NZ Feb 21

Table of Contents The State of Staffy Rescue in New Zealand Defining the 'Kiwi Staffy': Breed vs... read more

Working Dog Retirement & Rehoming

Dog Adoption & Rehoming NZ Feb 20

Table of Contents Understanding Retired Working Dogs Where to Find Retired Working Dogs for Sale N... read more

Puppy Farming Red Flags NZ

Pet Welfare and You Feb 19

Table of Contents Understanding Puppy Farming in Aotearoa The Legal Landscape: Is Pupp... read more

Adopting vs Buying: Ethical Guide

Pet Welfare and You Feb 18

Table of Contents The Great Debate: Adopting vs Buying in New Zealand The Case for Ado... read more

Dog Registration Fees by Council

Pet Ownership in New Zealand Feb 17

Table of Contents Why Dog Registration is Mandatory in New Zealand Factors Influencing... read more

Fostering Dogs for HUHA/SPCA

Dog Adoption & Rehoming NZ Feb 16

Table of Contents The Role of Foster Carers in Rehabilitation Understanding HUHA and S... read more

Small Breed Rescue Specific Needs

Dog Adoption & Rehoming NZ Feb 15

Table of Contents The Rental Advantage: Why Small Dogs are High Demand Common Small Br... read more

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