Guest Blog Can’t you go on holiday or travel without your pet? This requires some preparation, as not all hotels or campsites allow pets, and there are different customs rules for bringing your best friend. Below you will find some rules for taking your pet on vacation. But are you prepared for a trip with your four-legged friend? Dog expert Penny Thea from thepetradio.com gives you some useful tips to make your trip as smooth – and we mean that literally – as possible. Customize your trip Maybe you are looking forward to that city trip, but remember that your dog looks at the world differentl ..read more

Giving our pets ample love, cuddles and exercise through pet sharing is a great way to keep them happy. Another big one is protecting their health with pet insurance, where – just like choosing the right pet owner or pet borrower – choosing the right pet pawlicy is super important. So, how do you compare pet insurance in NZ? Is it best to choose the insurer you’ve heard about? Or the one your neighbour chooses? Or, perhaps one that gets lots of comments on Facebook? That one might end up being the most suitable provider for you and your fur family, but there’s plenty of other research you sho ..read more

Want to be an environmentally friendly pet owner? If you care about our planet and being as environmentally friendly as you can be, congratulations on including your pets on this all important journey! More than ever, now is the time to engage with the future of our planet. Share My Pet believes that as pet owners we are responsible for ensuring our pet ownership leaves behind a green pawprint too. There are lots of ways as a pet owner you can increase your pets green paw-print. 6 Top tips for being an environmentally friendly pet owner Buy in bulk. Every time you buy a bag of feed, treats, ki ..read more

Going on a trip and need holiday care for your dog? Amazing pet borrowers like Leyla love to help out and are a great solution for your pet care needs. Pet borrowers with Share My Pet choose to spend time with your pet out of love- not money. As a pet parent you can also relax knowing that your pet is receiving 1:1 attention and love. No expensive kennels or busy boarding establishments. Your pet can either stay in the comfort of their own home, or go to a pet borrowers place. To organize holiday care for your dog simply join New-Zealand’s largest pet sharing community and connect with local m ..read more

Going on a trip and need pet holiday care? Amazing pet borrowers on Share My Pet love to help out and are a great solution for your pet care needs. Going on a holiday and can’t bring your pet along? Pet borrowers with Share My Pet choose to spend time with your pet out of love- not money. As a pet parent you can also relax knowing that your pet is receiving 1:1 attention and love. No expensive kennels or busy boarding establishments. Your pet can either stay in the comfort of their own home, or go to a pet borrowers place. To organize pet holiday care simply join New-Zealand’s largest pet shar ..read more

My husband Dave and I laughed as we watched our dogs run along the beach, capturing the attention of everyone who’d come for a swim. Our schnoodle, Snout, and border terrier, Miss Muppet, often turned heads when we took them out, and it seemed like today was no exception. “Can I pat them?” one woman asked us. Her husband wanted to pat them, too, and as we got talking, something became abundantly clear. “You guys are obviously animal lovers,” Dave said. “What pet do you have?” It was a simple enough question, but the woman was suddenly forlorn. “None,” she sighed. “We can’t have pets because of ..read more

Pet sharing is about connecting with each other and making new friendships with a pet. Busy pet parents get a helping hand with their fur kids and social, energetic pets receive a whole lot of extra attention, love and companionship. It can be love at first sight! While other times it can take time to find your perfect match. In this article we discuss how to pet share using Share My Pet and give some tips on finding your perfect match. Fact- pets love attention! They also boost out sense of well-being and bring us happiness. Pet sharing 101 Pet parents love that their pets receive additional ..read more

Pets are family, and their happiness and safety are paramount, especially when it comes to pet sharing. We understand that the concept of pet sharing is relatively new in NZ, and it might seem daunting. It is important to remember that the safety and happiness of your pet is the most important aspect. As an owner, you are in total control, at all times, over who you choose to share your pet with. You also know your pet best so the decision to pet share will be based on your pets personality and temperament. Pet sharing is wonderful for super social pets! If your fur baby loves to meet new peo ..read more

Does your dog love joining you on social outings? Max the canine therapy collie has sniffed out some of the most pet friendly cafes in Auckland. He is often seen out and about enjoying a pupperchino or socializing with his friends. Let Max guide you to some of the best dog friendly cafes in Auckland.  Don’t have your own pet? Join New-Zealand’s biggest pet sharing community with Share My Pet.   Did you know Share My Pet has a Canine Coffee Club? We have some wonderful dog friendly cafes on board right across NZ offering all Share My Pet Premium Members a discount on hot drinks, pupp ..read more

Congratulations! You have heard about Share My Pet, NZ’s premium pet sharing website. Go you for enriching a pet’s day! So you’ve made your profile, added your photo (or that of your pet). You are excited and ready to meet some members and make a match! Once you have written a few messages to other members we understand it can be disappointing to not get a reply straight away. Why have you not had a reply, where is this furry friend you are dreaming of? In order for pet sharing to work you need to be active, engaged and willing to put in the mahi. Much like joining the gym but never actually ..read more