Gen Z are the most likely generation to dress their pets up — that’s according to a recent PD Insurance survey, which found 9% of Kiwis put their fur kids in costume. We’re betting Halloween is one of their favourite occasions to get creative with Bella or Luna’s outfits. But Halloween isn’t just for dress-ups. … Read more
Most of us are worse at reading dog behaviour than we think. Dr Caralyn Kemp and Jo Thorne want you to picture a scene at your local park. “A puppy jumps on an adult dog, being overly rambunctious, but the adult dog does not want to play,” they say. “The adult dog growls to warn … Read more
Desexing your dog – also known as spaying or neutering a dog – is a big decision. It has plenty of benefits for pets, but there are also some potential mental and physical health drawbacks to know about. With the review of New Zealand’s 1996 Dog Control Act in the spotlight, the question of whether … Read more
Dogs and humans have a lot in common. This includes, unfortunately, a few health conditions. Blood pressure is one of them. Just like in humans, a dog’s blood pressure can run too high (hypertension) or too low (hypotension). The difference is your dog can’t tell you they feel dizzy. That’s where we hoomans come in. … Read more
Meet the English Cocker Spaniel – the dog with eyes that could win an Oscar for Best Doe-Eyed Look and a wavy coat so effortlessly luxurious, they perfectly embody Beyoncé’s lyrics: ‘I woke up like this. I’m flawless.’ From whether English Cocker Spaniels are hypoallergenic to do they bark a lot, we’ve got all the … Read more
Spring may bring longer days and the first signs of warmer weather, but for pets it can also bring a sharp spike in allergic reactions. PD Insurance claims data reveals allergic reaction claims surged approximately 182% from winter to spring in 2025, with spring recording nearly three times as many allergic reactions as winter. The … Read more
