Dr. Feargus’ New Zealand Pet Health Blog

December in New Zealand is a busy mix of heat, holidays, visitors, and long summer days. It’s a brilliant time of year, but it can catch our pets off guard.

Vomiting can be caused by anything from a simple tummy upset to something more serious. The key is knowing what is normal, what is not, and when your dog needs a checkup.

Spring’s here at last — longer days, fresh grass, and plenty of adventures for our pets. But with all that new life comes a few seasonal challenges.

If you’re wondering whether your dog really needs a worming tablet, the answer is yes.
Even healthy-looking dogs can carry worms without showing any signs.

Spring in New Zealand is a beautiful time of year. But if your dog suddenly can’t stop scratching, biting, or licking their skin, it can be worrying.

If you’ve ever stood in front of a wall of pet treatments and wondered which one to buy, you’re not alone.

If you’re a Kiwi dog owner, you know how tricky it can be to stay on top of fleas, ticks, and worms. NexGard Spectra makes it easy.

Spring in New Zealand means longer days, blooming gardens… and unfortunately, the return of fleas.

Not sure if those black specks are flea dirt or regular dirt? Try this quick home test, what to look for, clean-up steps, and trusted NZ products.

Keep coops tidy and pets protected. Yard hygiene, scavenging risks, simple schedules, and trusted NZ products for dogs and cats.

A simple plan NZ families can use to budget for flea, tick and worm prevention without skipping months. Cadence choice, annual planning, storage tips, and trusted products.

A vet-informed first-year plan for NZ puppies and kittens. When to start, how often, simple home habits, and trusted products.

Spot the signs of flea allergy in NZ pets and calm flare-ups fast. Where it shows, simple home steps, when to see your vet, and trusted products.

A simple plan for Kiwi homes with multiple pets. One schedule, calm application, light cleaning rhythm, and trusted products for dogs and cats.

Step-by-step spot-on guide for Kiwi pet owners. Calm setup, where to place it, drying times, multi-pet tips, and trusted product picks.

Understand New Zealand’s tick season. Where ticks live, when they are busiest, simple daily checks, and trusted products for dogs and cats.