Anastassia Meeran 
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 you’re an energetic, determined, confident … Read more
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 an adult cat or dog; … Read more
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 the ladder for you. We … Read more
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? Do they? Strictly speaking, all … Read more
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 black, sticky stuff? And if … Read more
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 schedule, too. Once your puppy … Read more
Grapes are a great snack for humans, but can dogs eat grapes? Or are they too dangerous for Rover to snack on? Interested in learning more about dog food safety? Read on. Why can’t dogs eat grapes? You already know the answer to your “can dogs eat grapes?” question – it’s a big no no. … Read more
Designer bags, clothes and shoes come with a hefty price tag – and so do designer dogs. Increasingly so! The popularity of these hybrid dog breeds is going from strength to strength. And on top of this (thanks in large part to COVID) the heavy demand for such designer pups outweighs the supply. The current … Read more
At PD Insurance we’re proudly active in educating fellow pet parents about all things animals. We do this through our blog, social media, PR activity, e-newsletters and more. Why? We know pets are happier and healthier when their (non-fur) family members: 1. Know more about why dogs and cats are the way they are, and 2. Understand how to … Read more
Why do cats lick you? You’ve seen them licking themselves obsessively to stay clean, so maybe they think you’re dirty. Or maybe it’s to show affection? As per usual, our felines seem to be completely set on confusing their parents with their quirky cat behaviour. But luckily, you’ve got us. And as per usual, we’re … Read more
