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Controversial opinion: I don’t buy into the “it’s never the dog” argument.

Controversial opinion: I don’t buy into the “it’s never the dog” argument.

Any discussion on dog training (especially on social media!) usually features the phrase “it’s always the human, it’s never the dog”, or “there’s no such thing as a bad dog”. But the Read more

Common Dog Grooming Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Common Dog Grooming Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Dog grooming is essential to pet care beyond keeping your dog looking its best. It’s about maintaining your dog’s health, hygiene, and overall well-being. However, even the most well-intentioned Read more

What do you do if you find a dog, or it wanders onto your property?

What do you do if you find a dog, or it wanders onto your property?

We get asked this question a lot, as unfortunately it's a common occurrence! There seems to be a lot of misinformation around about this as well, so we want to clear it up. If you do find a dog or Read more

Springtime Grooming Tips

Springtime Grooming Tips

Grooming Benefits for You and Your Pet Regular grooming is more than just a beauty routine; it’s a way to keep your cat or dog healthy, comfortable, and happy. We believe grooming is also a great Read more

Caring for your dog by using the right dog brush

Caring for your dog by using the right dog brush

Brushing your dog is one of the most important things you can do for your dog's coat and skin. It helps remove dirt, debris, and loose hair while stimulating blood flow and distributing natural Read more

Doug's New World

Doug's New World

Doug came into CDRRNZ very unsure and wanting a bit of direction and guidance. Overtime he has blossomed into a very cool dude! We asked his new family how he is doing and this is what they had to Read more

Maeve & Her New Life!

Maeve & Her New Life!

Maeve has been a lovely addition to the family and is finding her feet getting used to her new environment, wasting no time in adopting her favourite resting places (especially our bed, doggie dreams Read more

Separation Anxiety

Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety is becoming more common these days, and we are asked for help all the time. We are VERY lucky that the amazing Laura from Dogs By Design has allowed us to share her tips and Read more

Dreading a Soggy Walk? Feeling Stiff? Easy DOGA (dog yoga) and Massage for You and Your Dog

Dreading a Soggy Walk? Feeling Stiff? Easy DOGA (dog yoga) and Massage for You and Your Dog

Does the thought of trudging through the mud and damp with your dog not appeal? As the weather gets colder, who can blame us for cringing at the thought of a dog walk. To make it worse, the cold Read more

Pakus Story

Pakus Story

We were not in the market for another dog. Our beloved pitbull was nearing the end stages of life, and we had a small rescue pup. Huia was the only dog we have had from a puppy to senior years. Read more

Happily Furever After - Lilica & Whanau

Happily Furever After - Lilica & Whanau

After losing our 2 dogs within a year of each other we needed time to grieve for our babies and made the decision not to get another dog for some time. Well in January 2018 we saw a call for help Read more

Max - In His Mums Words

Max - In His Mums Words

When I think of Max pre adoption I always picture the photo of him on the steps on the chain in his adoption ad – sad and hunched. This photo struck a cord with our whole family and we knew he was Read more

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