Anastassia Meeran 
A pet plan is a wonderful way to protect your beloved fur baby and your finances when health issues hit. With the right insurance provider, pet plans for cats and dogs needn’t break the bank, instead it can offer a valuable buffer. You simply need to know how to find what suits you best – and … Read more
Looking for some of the lowest maintenance pets for apartments because your home is small but your animal-loving heart is big? If you’re living in a small space like an apartment it can be a challenge to find the perfect pet to fit your lifestyle. Not to worry though… There are some great pets out … Read more
Ever had a moment of clarity where you realised your behaviour towards your pup or kitty has set them back? Welcome to pet parenting mistakes. Don’t worry, we’ve all made them. In this blog, we cover pet parenting mistakes and how to avoid them. We also share useful tips that include cat and dog training … Read more
Your cat makes a range of magical (and not-so-magical) sounds and the purr is probably the one you love best! In this article, we explore whether the cat purr is nearly as peaceful as it sounds. Then we’ll dive into cat language and other questions cat-loving Kiwis have, like whether cats can speak English 💬 … Read more
The (not so) humble dog ear infection continues to be among PD Insurance’s top claims. Why is this? Dog ears aren’t like ours, they’re far more complex. The shape allows them to hear better than humans, but as a result they’re more prone to otitis media, externa and interna – aka dog ear infections. Dog … Read more
Why do dogs eat grass and weeds and then throw up? Granted they don’t throw up all the time but this is often the case. Do dogs know something about carbs and fibre that we humans don’t or are they simply salad fanatics? Since dogs across New Zealand seem wholeheartedly committed to keeping up with … Read more
Dr Bronwen MacRae isn’t just the new ANZ Chief Health Officer at Royal Canin, she’s also the first. The newly created role forms part of a new advocacy team. The team’s focus is on reducing veterinary burnout, something that leads to low vet retention and staff shortages, and on supporting dog and cat nutrition via … Read more
We know, we know. MORE vaccination talk. But this time, it’s pet vaccinations. Just like the COVID vaccinations, cat and dog vaccinations are there to keep our animals safe from potentially deadly viruses and bacteria. As pet parents we know animals aren’t too picky about what they sniff, eat, and play in. All kinds of … Read more
Exhibiting at the NZVA & NZVNA Annual Conference was a highlight on the PD Insurance events calendar. There was plenty on offer in marking the 100-year celebration of the New Zealand Veterinary Association and key animal health and wellness issues were once again under the spotlight. “The NZVA conference was an excellent opportunity for PD … Read more
We know pets are priceless. But how much does it cost to have a cat or dog? Could this be the million dollar question? First there’s the price of buying pets. Secondly, there’s feeding, training, travelling, toys, grooming and more. Thirdly are pet health care prices. While you only buy your pet once, many of … Read more
