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Our beautiful native Karaka tree produces toxic berries that can poison dogs, causing vomiting, seizures, or worse. Learn how to identify these berries and keep your pup safe.

When is the best age to neuter your dog? New research is allowing us to give more specific advice for certain breeds and weights of dogs.

Babesia gibsonii is an exotic parasite that infects dogs and has recently been discovered in New Zealand for the first time. Here's the basics that all dog owners should know.

There is no quick and easy blood test available to diagnose food allergies in dogs. The best approach is through an elimination diet trial. It's important to get this right - here are my tips and t...

Picky eating can be a really stressful challenge for dog owners. If your dog is in good health and you've tried the strategies in part one of our blog series on fussy eaters to no avail, then here ...

Fussy eating in dogs is really common. There are many things you can do to improve your dog's eating, but first it is really important to rule out some common health issues and feeding mistakes tha...

Glucosamine and chondroitin are two nutraceuticals that are commonly given to dogs with arthritis. But how much evidence is there that they actually work?

With Cyclone Gabrielle upon us, here are our top tips for looking after your fur baby through this storm.

Why you should be weighing your puppy monthly and plotting their weight on a puppy growth chart.

Recent bad weather has caused havoc with courier deliveries. Here's what you should do if you run out of Genius.

Omega 3 fatty acids can be really beneficial for dogs with arthritis and older dogs that are slowing down.

Itchy dogs can be really tricky to deal with. This blog covers all the basics you should know about getting to the bottom of your itchy dog's problems.

As Omicron spreads through New Zealand we share some thoughts on pet care during this challenging time.

As we head into our first Guy Fawkes with our new pup, these are my tips for a stress free night.

Getting the nutrition right for pregnant and lactating dogs is essential, but can be tricky. Read more here.

Although not originally formulated for puppies, Genius Pet Food Ocean Fish flavour meets the AAFCO specifications for feeding to puppies of all sizes and breeds.

Food allergies are one of the most misunderstood of all dog health problems. Here are the real facts on food allergies.

Chocolate can be toxic to dogs - learn more about why that is, what to do if your dog has eaten chocolate and tips on prevention.

Top tips from a Kiwi veterinarian to keep your pet safe and healthy this Christmas

Energy needs vary between breeds, sexes and with activity levels. So how much should you feed your dog?

Many pets get an upset tummy if you introduce a new food too fast. Here's my advice on changing over to Genius Pet Food.

Pet food must be stored correctly so that it remains fresh and nutritious. Read my top tips for proper pet food storage.