Easter Travel with Pets: Flying, Driving and Staycations

A woman travelling with her dog for the Easter holidays takes a stop off for her dog to play a bit on a grassy patch

Travelling with your dog or cat over the Easter holidays? You’re in luck. New Zealand is perfect for taking a plane or road trip with your dog or cat. Pet friendly accommodation options are plentiful too. In this article, PD Insurance outlines several tips for travelling with your dog or cat. We look at how … Read more

4 Tips For Exercising Dogs Without Walking!

In a grassy field with trees in the background, a black and white dog from puppy school leaps energetically to catch a yellow frisbee, showcasing a fun way of exercising dogs without walking.

Exercising dogs without walking kind of sounds like an anomaly – surely, it’s impossible?! Apparently not. From puppy school and daycare to dog parks, there are fun ways to keep your pup active. We’ve got you covered! As much as walking your dog may be a staple, sometimes it’s not possible. Perhaps your dog is … Read more

Positive Reinforcement for Dogs: Examples and Training Tips

A woman uses reward dog training to teach and bond with her dog

What if you never had to punish your dog for bad behaviour again? Instead you got to heap praise on them – sounds good right? Positive reinforcement dog training (reward training dogs) is just that. Happily, research shows positive reinforcement has a range of benefits, including much lower stress levels for your dog than other … Read more

How Much Chocolate Is Dangerous To Dogs?

A dog lies on the floor after getting a bad tummy ache because chocolate is toxic to dogs and it has eaten some without its owner realising

Can dogs eat chocolate? Most people know they can’t, but how much chocolate is dangerous for dogs? If your German Shepherd happened to gobble up two blocks of milk chocolate while you weren’t looking, should you be rushing them to the vet? How about if your Chihuahua did the same? Chocolate can be extremely dangerous … Read more

Love Your Pet Day 2025: 10 Ways They Wish You Would

A puppy and a kitten lie on a bed, partially covered by a white blanket. The puppy has its mouth open, while the kitten looks ahead.

Love Your Pet Day is not just once a year, it’s every day. Nevertheless, who can resist a little bit of added festivity with the official Love Your Pet Day 2025 happening on the 20th of February. To celebrate, we’ve done our homework on the top 10 ways your pet wishes you loved them. We … Read more

8 Meow Year’s Resolutions for Happy Pets

What’s your 2025 New Year resolution and, more importantly, does it include your cat or dog? As we welcome a bigger and brighter year, we thought it might be fun to share ideas to make your happy, healthy pets even happier and healthier in the coming months. These range from giving your pet quality company … Read more

Summer Safety Rules Every Pet Parent Should Know

Amidst the summer heat, a black and white dog with a blue inflatable ring around its neck sits on a sandy beach next to a pink ring, a rubber duck, and yellow flippers—perfect symbols of pet safety in summer fun.

When it comes to pet safety in the summer, a little preparation can make all the difference. Whether you’re worried about dogs in summer heat or need tips for keeping cats cool in summer, protecting your furkids should always be a top priority. Summer fun brings its fair share of challenges, think heat stroke, poisonous … Read more

How to Keep Pets Safe in Summer: Life-Saving Tips You Need to Know

A dog swims underwater in a clear pool, front paws outstretched and surrounded by bubbles. Remember to follow dog summer safety tips to enjoy fun, worry-free water adventures with your pets.

Hot summer days might be the stuff of postcards, but they can be tough on your pets. Fur babies can’t just grab an icy cold drink, slip on some sunnies, and head out for a swim on their own. That’s why it’s up to you to know how to keep pets safe in summer. Whether … Read more