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Pet Care

Looking for information on how to provide the best care for your pet? Browse through the categories below to find helpful articles on a range of dog care, puppy care, cat care and kitten care topics.

Pet Care Tips

Puppy Care
Puppy Health
Puppy Flea Treatment and Prevention

Fleas can make life miserable for your puppy and even spread disease. Learn how to spot fleas, treat infestations, and prevent them with effective solutions like NexGard for lasting protection.

Puppy Care
Puppy Health
Ear mites in puppies – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Ear mites cause irritation and discomfort in puppies and can lead to infections. Find out how to identify symptoms, treat ear mites effectively, and prevent future infestations.

Puppy Care
Puppy Health
Mange in Puppies – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Mange is a skin condition caused by microscopic mites that leads to itching and hair loss. Learn the types of mange, symptoms, treatment options, and prevention tips to keep your puppy healthy and comfortable.

Puppy Care
Puppy Health
Worms in Puppies - Symptoms and Treatment

Worms like roundworm, hookworm, and tapeworm can harm your puppy’s health, causing issues like diarrhoea and weight loss. Learn the symptoms, treatment options, and prevention tips to keep your puppy healthy.

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Puppy Health
How to stop a puppy biting

Puppy biting is normal but can become a challenge as they grow. Find out why puppies bite, how long the biting phase lasts, and effective training tips to stop nipping and encourage gentle play.

Puppy Care
Puppy Health
Hiccups in Puppies

Wondering why your puppy gets hiccups? Learn what causes these cute but curious spasms and discover simple tips to help your pup feel comfortable.

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Next Level Care: Why Lisa Trusts NexGard SPECTRA®

For New Zealand’s most decorated Olympian, Dame Lisa Carrington, preparation is everything—whether she’s training on the water or enjoying an adventure with her best mate, Colin. Lisa chooses NexGard SPECTRA® for Dogs because it provides the most complete parasite protection, all in one tasty, monthly chew. By protecting Colin against fleas, ticks, mites, and intestinal worms all at once, she ensures he is healthy and ready for every adventure.

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Check your pet’s parasite risk with PetGard Pro

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