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.
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.
July 21, 2021
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 17, 2021
Wounds in dogs and cats
Animals can get wounded in many ways, and different wounds require different treatments. They may include puncture wounds, abrasions or lacerations.
July 17, 2021
Diabetes in Dogs: Causes, symptoms, treatment and diabetes-friendly diets
Diabetes in dogs is a relatively common chronic conditionin dogs. Read about the causes, symptoms, treatment and management of this condition.
July 16, 2021
Road trip 101: Driving with pets
All you need to know when driving with your dog. Restraint options, road rules by state and what you need for longer trips.
June 17, 2021
How to stop a dog from barking
Learn how to stop your dog from barking at night, at neighbours, when left alone & at other dogs. Stop excessive dog barking with our training tips & tricks.
May 6, 2021
Cat tail signs (What your cat’s tail tells you)
Do you have any idea what your cat is communicating with their tail? Learn to understand your cat's complex communication system.
March 24, 2021
Indoor workouts for dogs
Drawing inspiration from simple children's games to dog sports like scent work and agility, there are many great options for exercising and stimulating your dog indoors.
March 23, 2021
Brain workout – Mental exercise for dogs
Keeping your dog in good physical shape and feeding her a good diet ensure overall good health, which contributes to mental well-being. However, dogs need specific mental exercise, too.
March 18, 2021
Exercising your senior dog
Although she might not be moving as fast or as far as she used to, your senior dog can still partake in many safe and beneficial forms of exercise. Learn more about how to best exercise your senior dog.
March 18, 2021
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.
March 17, 2021
Adopting a stray cat – do’s and don’ts
Taking in a stray cat with an unknown history may very well turn out to be very rewarding in the long run, but is likely to require some adjustments. Learn more about adopting a stray cat, the do’s and don’ts.
