Pet Care Tips & Insights
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Your cat needs insulin every 12 hours and you need to travel. Here's where diabetic cats can actually board in New Zealand, what to ask a facility, and how to keep them safe.
Today · 13 mins to read
Feral cats are now a Predator Free 2050 target and more than two dozen councils have cat bylaws. Here's what it actually means for your cat — and how to keep an indoor cat genuinely happy.
1 week ago · 12 mins to read
Booked a cattery before? You've probably made at least three of these mistakes. Most NZ cat owners have. Here's how to get it right next time.
22 May 2026 · 13 mins to read
Not every cattery deserves your trust. Here are the warning signs experienced cat owners and industry insiders say you should never ignore.
27 Apr 2026 · 15 mins to read
Moving day is stressful enough without worrying about your cat escaping through an open door. Here's when boarding is the smart call, and exactly how to handle the transition.
26 Apr 2026 · 14 mins to read
When life throws a curveball and you need someone to care for your cat right now, here's exactly where to turn and what to do — even if every cattery in town is booked.
24 Apr 2026 · 15 mins to read
We talked to cattery staff across New Zealand about the things they wish every cat owner understood before booking. Some of it might surprise you.
22 Apr 2026 · 14 mins to read
You've booked the cattery, packed the bags, and now you're wondering: how do I actually prepare my cat for this? Turns out, the cats who handle boarding best aren't necessarily the 'chill' ones—they're the ones whose owners started preparing weeks in advance.
19 Apr 2026 · 15 mins to read
You're packing for your cat's boarding stay and suddenly wondering: Do they need their bed? Favourite toys? That catnip mouse they ignore 364 days a year but might desperately need on day 3 at the cattery?
18 Apr 2026 · 13 mins to read
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