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. In her free time she trains and competes regionally and nationally in Agility, Herding, Tricks, Obedience and Scentwork with her own dogs. She is an instructor at the Agility Dog Club of NSW and a foster carer for multiple dog rescue organisations.
She currently shares her life with her two cats Bruce and Sheila, and her two dogs Benji (a German Spitz) and Suvee (a Border Collie), and her senior foster dog Barry. All of them being rescue pets with varying backgrounds.
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 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 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.
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.
February 25, 2021
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs and cats
Progressive retinal atrophy describes a group of conditions in which an atrophy or degeneration of retinal tissue occurs. PRA occurs commonly in dogs but rarely in cats.
February 12, 2021
Feline Asthma or Feline Allergic Airway Disease (FAAD)
Feline asthma or FAAD is similar to asthma in humans. Affected cats become allergic to allergens in the environment, commonly causing coughing.
December 29, 2020
The Best Apps for Pets in 2021
Being a fur parent & pet lover can be tricky business. We’ve found the best apps for pets to make sure you’recovered for training, dog walking & much more.
