Our Guide to a Pet Friendly Diwali 2026
Are you ready for Diwali 2026? With celebrations and Diwali fireworks planned across Auckland and beyond, this 5-day festival is set to be just as
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Year of the Tiger: What’s in Store?
2022 is the Year of the Tiger. Whether that means letting your inner tiger roar, getting a pet Toyger (more on this pawsome breed fur-ther down) or celebrating by getting up to adventures with your cat is up to you! We welcomed Year of the Tiger on 1 February. If
Average Cat Weight: How Does Your Cat Compare?
What is the average cat weight? Well, it depends on their breed. Many of us may find ourselves Googling ‘average cat weight’ to see if our cats are under or overweight. Unfortunately it’s not that easy – there’s no mean weight for all cats. A Siamese cat, for instance, has
3 Reasons for Adopting an Adult Cat on Love Your Pet Day!
Is it a coincidence Love Your Pet Day comes back-to-back with Valentine’s Day? Nu-uh, we think not. February is all about the lurrrve. From hairballs to furry cuddles! But let’s spare a thought for the amazing cats and dogs behind bars in pet shelters. This Feb we’re all about adopting
French Bulldog: Little Guy, Big Personality!
The French Bulldog is a small but robust canine with lots to offer, which is probably why you’re reading this! This relatively new breed started its story a few hundred years ago and since then it’s gone from being a ratter to a much-loved lap dog. Now that’s moving up
Hypoallergenic Cats: Be My Valentine
What could be a better Valentine’s Day gift than a snuggle with your glorious feline friend, right? Not necessarily. For those who suffer from cat allergies, having a cat rub his or her forehead across one’s leg can be unnerving (and itchy and sneezy). Unless of course hypoallergenic cats exist?
Can Dogs Eat Vegemite?
It looks like Kiwis are battling Aussies for Vegemite-related Google searches. Apparently, a lot of you have a burning desire to know the answer to the (very important, obviously) question “can dogs eat vegemite?” Well, PD Insurance to the rescue. Let’s get straight to the point. Can dogs eat the
Schrodinger’s Cat… What’s It All About?
You may have heard or read about Schrodinger’s Cat and wondered “Hmmm, what the heck is that?” And you wouldn’t be alone! Many of us have heard about Schrodinger’s Cat without understanding what it means. So…. Put simply, Schrodinger’s Cat is a thought experiment that’s guided many theories in quantum
Chinese New Year 2022 … With Your Pet!
Are you celebrating Chinese New Year 2022 with all the colour, movement, food and culture that it entails? Is it a steadfast tradition in your family or circle, or have you never heard of it? Whether you intimately know the tradition or it’s something that’s just jumped onto your radar,
Easy Pets for People with Limited Mobility
Having limited mobility doesn’t mean you can’t have a pet to keep you company and snuggle up with. As a matter of fact, bringing a furry friend into your life comes with far more benefits than drawbacks, as long as you find the right one. Research shows there are plenty
Top Tips for Puppy Sleep Training
Are you awake all hours of the night with your new baby? We’re speaking of course about your adorable new puppy. Puppy sleep training may help your little one and of course you get some much needed shut-eye. The benefits of a well-trained pup go far beyond a happy sleeping