News & Tips
Meet the Talent: Molly
July 14, 2022
When we were recruiting a ‘ground-breaker’ for the Hound launch campaign, it was hard to go past Molly’s natural vibrancy and limitless energy. Somewhat of a diva, she’d never pass up a trip to the groomer. However this good gal is equally at home on the farm during lambing season...
Raw Power
June 07, 2022
As a component of a healthy and balanced diet, raw meat has numerous benefits for canine health. For one thing, it’s easily digestible and contains tons of naturally-occurring goodness. For another, dogs find raw meat highly palatable (just put it next to some dry, processed tucker and see which gets gobbled first!) And what’s more, the benefits of fresh raw meat can be preserved by freeze-drying it.
Behind the artwork
April 06, 2022
When first we came across Melbourne-based illustrator Sheryl Cole, we instantly loved her whimsical water-colour based style and delicate depictions of our animal friends. She was a natural choice to help us debut the new Topflite Hound range.
Our world of nature
April 08, 2021
Here’s some great news, particularly considering April is Takahē Awareness month! Fifteen takahē have been released into the Kahurangi National Park to join their friends there.
Paws that!
March 16, 2021
Ever watched to see your dog’s reaction when other dogs are on the TV? Or (be honest now) covered their eyes when something that might upset them comes on screen? Well it turns out that dogs do prefer certain images and videos.
Laughing dogs?
February 18, 2020
Recently we asked our followers on Facebook if dogs can smile. The photos we received from various owners proved in our eyes that they definitely could. Now we’ve found out that they can laugh too.
Our world of nature
November 27, 2019
There's been lots going on both here in New Zealand and across in Australia over the last month - we've both had crucial bird elections, and some nature-protecting criminal prosecutions have also taken place in both countries. Read on to see more...
Our world of nature: Happy Kākāpo, fossil finds, smiling dogs and more…
September 25, 2019
A record 71 Kākāpo chicks have survived through to juvenile age in 2019 – far surpassing the previous high of 32. Read on for more info and more great news!