5 Tasty Homemade Cat Treats

woman feeding fluffy white cat homemade cat treats

Want to spoil your cat without spending a pretty penny? Making homemade cat treats means you have something special to give them without needing to make a special trip to the shops. Plus, you can tailor these cat treat recipes to their tastes. Because, you know, cats are fussy and like things to be just … Read more

Dog Birthday Cake Recipes, Woof!

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Yes, there is such a thing as a dog birthday cake and we have some tail wagging recipes. You can spoil your pooch on their next milestone with many a delectable confection. From a moreish peanut butter cake to meat and veggie concoctions, we have recipes that will delight a sweet or savoury canine palate. … Read more

Pet Teeth Cleaning: What to Expect at the Vet Dentist

A veterinarian wearing a mask and gloves is performing a dog dental cleaning on a small white Chihuahua standing on a table.

Ever taken your dog or cat to a vet dentist for professional dental cleaning? As far as pet dental care goes it stands to save you a whopping lot of hassle down the line. Professional dental cleaning for dogs and cats could save your pet’s oral health from deteriorating. It could save them from toothy … Read more

6 Ways To Celebrate Your Pet’s Birthday

Three golden retrievers, ready to celebrate, don colorful party hats and matching collars with pom-poms as they stand outdoors in front of a wooden fence.

Did you know that 71% of PD Insurance members answered ‘yes!’ to a recent survey that asked whether they celebrate their pet’s birthday, with 14% saying ‘sometimes’? Whether it’s buying them gifts, baking them a pet-friendly cake or giving them extra love and attention, pet parents have plenty of cat and dog birthday ideas when … Read more

6 Ways to Entertain Your Pets While You Work From Home

Brown old dog yawning, close up face shot. How to keep your dog entertained while you're at work?

As a pet parents, one of the best parts of working from home is having your fur ball as a colleague! But nice as it is having your cat to bounce ideas off of or your dog to weigh in on meetings, it also comes with the challenge of keeping them occupied when you’re trying … Read more

How Do I Know if My Cat Has Gastroenteritis?

Close-up of a small kitten with white and gray fur looking directly at the camera, while a person's hands gently touch its back, ensuring it stays calm despite recently recovering from feline gastroenteritis.

Cat gastro is no fun for them or you. Cat is vomit and/or diarrhoea raises the question of whether your cat has gastroenteritis, gastritis OR feline enteritis… Not to mention how dangerous this could be. In this article, we explore these questions and others to get to the bottom of helping your kitty recover. Cats … Read more

10 Father’s Day Gifts for Pet Lovers – Got a Fave?

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If you’re searching for a dog or cat dad Father’s Day gift in NZ, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up 10 gifts for pet lovers that any dad (or grandad) can enjoy. Father’s Day in NZ is the perfect time to gift wrap some new gadgets for dads and grandads. Of … Read more

International Cat Day: 10 Reasons Cats Make Great Pets!

Cat dad celebrates International Cat Day with her kitty

Cats are the #1 pet in New Zealand – 41% of all Kiwi households are home to at least one cat! This is probably why there’s one special day on the cat calendar devoted to all the cat ladies and gents out there. International Cat Day is all about celebrating the cat human bond with … Read more