Kerstin Keimling
Kerstin is our Digital Manager at Bow Wow Meow Pet Insurance. Growing up on a farm in Germany, her love for animals is no surprise. Kerstin runs her own Sydney based dog training business K9Fun and holds degrees in Business Administration, Information Technology, and in Dog Behaviour and Training. Her dog training endeavours have lead her to places like Bali and India, and if she stays regional she competes in Agility and Scentwork with her own dog. She is an instructor at the Agility Dog Club of NSW and a foster carer for multiple dog rescue organisations.
She shares her life with her canine comrade Benji, a German Spitz and her two cats Sheila and Bruce. All of them were rescued from local animal shelters in Sydney. If she is not playing around with dogs and cats, you will likely find her scuba diving or standup paddleboarding with Benji.
January 21, 2024
Understanding your dog’s hip surgery
Find out more about treatment options for Hip Dysplasia in Dogs & similar conditions, including total hip replacement surgery. Learn about costs & recovery.
November 1, 2023
A Christmas gift guide for dog lovers
Giving a gift to a dog lover for Christmas this year? Choose from our Christmas gift guide. Dog Lovers will love these cute & useful gift ideas.
November 1, 2023
A Christmas gift guide for cat lovers
Choose a gift for a cat lover for Christmas this year from our Christmas gift guide for cat lovers. They will adore these cute & useful feline gift ideas.
August 18, 2023
Cataracts in dogs and cats
A cataract is an opacity of the lens that prevents light from reaching the retina. They can develop in one or both eyes, leading to vision impairment and/or blindness.
August 16, 2023
Emergency dog food: Safe foods for dogs to eat
There are many foods dogs can eat if you’ve run out of your regular dog food. Check out our list of safe dog food alternatives to give your dog or puppy.
August 14, 2023
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs is a serious health condition. Learn more about IVDD, cost of treatment, causes, pain management & more.
August 14, 2023
Maintaining your pets’ dental hygiene
70-80% of dogs and cats develop a dental disease by age 3, but dental issues often remain undiagnosed. Learn how to identify these & tips to prevent them.
August 5, 2023
Puppy diet, food & schedule
All puppy owners want the best for their fur baby. Keep your puppy happy with a tasty food plan, a healthy diet & the best nutrition in food for your puppy!
July 27, 2023
How to crate train your new puppy
Learn how to crate train your new puppy easily. Our puppy crate training 101 gives guidance on the how and why of crate training.
July 21, 2023
Puppy socialisation and its importance
The puppy socialisation period is a sensitive stage. Learn how to balance their different encounters and experiences without overwhelming your puppy.
July 18, 2023
Fracture of pelvic limb in dogs and cats
Fractures of the pelvic limb include fractures of the scapula, humerus, radius and ulna as well as manus. They cause acute, non-weight bearing lameness of the hind legs.
July 17, 2023
Mass lesion in dogs and cats
A mass lesion is a tumor or an abscess that takes space up in an animal's body. It can be benign or malignant.
July 17, 2023
Diabetes in dogs
Diabetes in dogs is a relatively common chronic condition in dogs. Read about the causes, symptoms, treatment cost and management of this condition.
July 5, 2023
Anal sac disorder in dogs
The anal sacs may become impacted, infected, abscessed or in rare cases, neoplastic. Read up on the symptoms, treatment & cost of anal sac disorder in dogs.
June 17, 2023
Puppy care & health: how to care for your new puppy
Taking care of your puppy's health is a big responsibility. Be sure you know about general puppy health essentials, like vaccines, worming, fleas & more.
March 18, 2023
How much exercise does my puppy need?
Most puppies are little balls of energy who love to play and run about, but even so, they need regular exercise to stay physically healthy.
February 26, 2023
Bite injury in cats and dogs
Injuries from animal bites can range from bruises and small scratches to life threatening wounds requiring intensive medical care.
November 9, 2022
Christmas presents for your dog – The gifts our pooches really want!
With Christmas approaching you may be looking for the perfect present for your pooch. We've put a list together of gifts your dog would love to find under the tree!
November 9, 2021
Dietary requirements of adolescent dogs
As puppies grow into adolescents, their metabolism decreases, their growth rate slows down and they are very likely to become overweight. Learn more about the dietary requirements of adolescent dogs.
October 17, 2021
How to train a puppy: Puppy training tips & advice
Establishing puppy house rules is an important part of puppy transition. Read about our puppy training tips and how to make this process smooth as possible!
August 16, 2021
Hair coat and skin conditions in dogs
The skin is the largest and most extensive organ of the body, comprising 12 to 24% of a dog’s weight, depending on its species, size and age. The state of health of the animal, as well as the presence of illness, can be indicated by the skin.
August 12, 2021
Tips on how to care for older dogs
Caring for older dogs can be both challenging and rewarding. Learn more about how to best care for your dogs when they are ageing.
July 28, 2021
How to brush your dog’s teeth
The key to maintaining good oral health - for us and our pets - is prevention. Without regular brushing, plaque and tartar will build up in our dog’s mouths the same way that they do in our own.
July 21, 2021
Bringing a new kitten home for the first time: Tips & advice
Bringing a new kitten home or a new cat? Don't fret! Our guide is full of useful tips to introduce your kitten into your home & what to do for the first night.