Anastassia Meeran 
Not so long ago, the idea of microchipping pets still seemed like sci-fi and gave some pet parents the shivers. The dog microchip these days is not only normal but for NZ dogs it’s also mandatory (and in some regions, for cats too). The microchip register in NZ is a win-win situation for everyone. Since … Read more
The New Zealand Herald says there’s “no recession”, The Wall Street Journal describes it by saying our “economy contracted” and The Financial Review says, “New Zealand’s recession is a warning for the rest of world.” Whichever way you look at it, it’s a good time to consider buying cover rather than making plans to cancel … Read more
Can you train a cat? Is it really achievable for the average cat owner and, if it is, are there cat training tips? Everyone knows you can train dogs but our feline companions don’t have quite the same reputation. Most of us think of them as wise but that doesn’t necessarily equate to trainability. Does … Read more
National Puppy Day happens every year on 23 March. Technically, it’s inter-national puppy day… Still, as long as we’re celebrating tiny fluffy cute puppies, it kind-sorta doesn’t matter what we call it, right!? Puppy Day (for short) is a time to enjoy, play with, talk about and – maybe even – choose a puppy to … Read more
Adventure dog walking is an incredible way to cater to a dog’s inner explorer and to dog socialisation needs. It’s an updated version of dog walking where dogs can learn, explore and play in a dog pack under the supervision of a senior dog handler. Today PD Insurance talks to CityPets Canine Adventures to find … Read more
Are polydactyl cats rare? Before we answer, there are a few other important questions to address. Like, what is a polydactyl cat anyways. Well, we share many marvellous traits with our cats… and when it comes to polydactyl cats with extra toes, that includes a thumb (or two, or three)! Yep, we’re talking cats with … Read more
The top 10 pet insurance claims for dogs and cats for 2023 are out. For the benefit of pet parents all over NZ, PD Insurance has analysed claims data to find out the most common pet health issues taking pets to vets. This gives great insights into what health checks to put in place for … Read more
Parvovirus is a deadly virus that can cause severe illness in young and unvaccinated dogs – or worse. We want to do our bit by outlining parvo symptoms, signs, and what you can do to treat and prevent it. Why now? Over the past couple of weeks, you’ve likely seen media and social reports of … Read more
Your kids have been pestering you for a pet and up until now your answer has been, “We’ll think about it.” Finding the best pets for kids can be a daunting task. In this blog post, we provide info on some of the most family-friendly dogs and cat breeds to help you make the perfect … Read more
Keen to find out the top 10 dog names in New Zealand? Want to go further than that and explore their meaning? You’re in the right place. If you’re bringing home a pet puppy, Googling names to give your cuddly new baby is no doubt part of your planning excitement. The top dog names in … Read more
