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How to be a Responsible Dog Parent this Summer
Summer is on our doorstep and if you’re anything like us you’re just jumping for joy at the idea of taking your dog on holiday with you. Outdoors and pups go together like peanut butter and jelly, and travelling with pets has become more popular than ever before. But do
QUIZ: Find Your Festive Film Pet Personality
Want some festive fun? Why not take our jolly Christmas quiz below? We’ve rounded up some of the season’s most iconic movie dogs and cats … but which one are you? From iconic sidekicks to pets that truly steal the show – many beloved animal characters have graced our screens
Pet Boarding Tips + Checklist To Take Along!
As the holidays approach, you may be travelling to places where your furry friend can’t accompany you. Make sure you know what to consider when it comes to pet boarding to make the experience as stress-free as possible (for the both of you). The prospect of deciding between kennels vs
5 Pampered Pet Care Products for Christmas Stockings
Pampered pets are happy pets, right? This is why PD Insurance has rounded up five pet care products to bag in Felix or Rover’s stocking this year. Grabbing one of these will mean you don’t get the stink eye from your furry bestie this Christmas … we hope! We’re not
Best of the Best: Our 5 Top Read Articles For 2024
We love sharing expert info, tips and guidance with pet parents like you – no wonder our blog has over 550 articles! Whether it’s info on your favourite dog breeds or the symptoms of FIV in cats – you’ll probably find the answers here. But which top articles had you
5 Top Spots for a Luxury Pet Vacation or Pampering
Everyone needs a break every now and then. So why would that be any different for your favourite four-legged friend? Does Boris need his own space to switch off? Is it time Bella had her pedicure? What if you must go away for a while on a business trip and
The Warning Signs: Identifying Diabetes in Dogs and Cats
Diabetes (also known as diabetes mellitus) in dogs and cats is a growing problem, and obesity is one of the leading causes of pet diabetes. It’s estimated that about 1 in 500 dogs and 1-2% of cats over the age of 10 years will develop this disease in their lifetime.
Name that Pup! Cute Dog and Puppy Names Generator
Got a new bundle of furry joy? CONGRATS! Now the fun of naming them begins. Naming your puppy can feel like a big deal. After all, you want their name to be something fitting, creative and unique. Cute dog names abound and likely everyone has their opinion about the perfect
PD’s Ultimate Guide to Pet Safety for Kids
Pet safety is a cornerstone for helping kids and pets become lifelong friends. Children lap up new information and make it their own in no time at all so animal safety can easily be instilled as second nature. Importantly, any scary encounter with an animal can be imbued into a
Your Cat Name Generator
Stumped when it comes to a cat or kitten name for your new pet? Whether you’re looking for cute cat names, Kiwi-inspired cat names, unique cat names or something totally creative – our pawsome cat name generator might just come up with an absolutely purrfect name. Or in the very