Most of us don’t like leaving our dog alone at home because it goes against what we know to be true – dogs love company. Dogs aren’t exactly suited to be alone. They’re social creatures who thrive on bonding time. Whether it’s human or animal affection, they need companionship. Even if they still have your … Read more
The Russian Blue cat is pretty unique. Most cat breeds are bred intentionally, but this feline developed naturally (at least at fur-st). You could say the Russian Blue cat is a self-made breed… As breeds go, this fabulous feline has some other tricks up its sleeve too. For one, with its story beginning in Russia … Read more
Boogie the Rottweiler is young, upbeat and simply loves camping and walks on the beach. But recently the young Auckland pup had a mysterious limp that came and went. Cruciate disease in dogs was found to be the culprit. Boogie had been limping on and off and at first it wasn’t clear why. She had … Read more
Why do cats knead? Did some cat once long ago belong to a baker and now all cats simply long for that smell of freshly kneaded dough leading to warm bread in the oven? This theory clearly has its faults (other than the fact we just made it up). For example, cats often extend their … Read more
If you’re a pet parent who’s considering insurance, you might’ve wondered what the top claims for pet insurance are. Maybe you’re trying to figure out whether it’s worth it, how much you might save, or whether dogs and cats are really as accident and illness prone as some owners say. In an effort to shed … Read more
Is your adorable dog – or potential dog – on the list of brachycephalic breeds? If so, you’ve probably heard about brachycephalic airway syndrome. It’s common for ‘flat-faced’ dog and cat breeds to experience this condition. It makes it hard for them to breathe and that leads to all sorts of knock-on effects. Like for … Read more
Pets are a lot like people. You get those cats and dogs that want as much exclusive one-on-one time as possible, while others are a bit more aloof. And of course some breeds are super sporty (Border Collie dog) whereas others are more chill (Maltese dog). Basically, if you’re asking yourself should I get a … Read more
Kittens are born with their eyes closed, just like their furry dog pals, but when do kittens open their eyes? We’ll answer this question and give you plenty of information you’ll need to know in the first few weeks of your kitten’s life. If your favourite furry companion has given birth to your first litter … Read more
Happy International Women’s Day! To celebrate today’s auspicious occasion (8th of March), we’re celebrating why dogs truly are a woman’s best friend. Wondering how? With scientific data of course 😊 PD Insurance has compiled the findings of three independent studies. Each study focuses on a different aspect of the human-dog bond. From co-evolution to co-sleeping … Read more
Putting the words ‘dog crate rest’ together is like saying ‘kid sugar nap’ in the same sentence. They simply don’t go. Not for most dogs anyway, and especially not beyond a few hours. But if your dog’s been injured, sick or had surgery these unlikely concepts must meld together for a significant length of time … Read more
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