Anna Kemp 
Fireworks can only be sold in New Zealand on four days a year, from 2 to 5 November, in the lead-up to Guy Fawkes. But once they’re bought, they can be set off for weeks afterwards. Earlier this year, Parliament’s Petitions Committee recommended banning the public sale of fireworks. The Government decided not to act … Read more
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 magical as ever this year. And though we all know that cats, dogs and fireworks aren’t a good mix, there are other ways to include them in the celebrations. From … Read more
Gen Z are the most likely generation to dress their pets up — that’s according to a recent PD Insurance survey, which found 9% of Kiwis put their fur kids in costume. We’re betting Halloween is one of their favourite occasions to get creative with Bella or Luna’s outfits. But Halloween isn’t just for dress-ups. … Read more
Most of us are worse at reading dog behaviour than we think. Dr Caralyn Kemp and Jo Thorne want you to picture a scene at your local park. “A puppy jumps on an adult dog, being overly rambunctious, but the adult dog does not want to play,” they say. “The adult dog growls to warn … Read more
Dogs and humans have a lot in common. This includes, unfortunately, a few health conditions. Blood pressure is one of them. Just like in humans, a dog’s blood pressure can run too high (hypertension) or too low (hypotension). The difference is your dog can’t tell you they feel dizzy. That’s where we hoomans come in. … Read more
Meet the English Cocker Spaniel – the dog with eyes that could win an Oscar for Best Doe-Eyed Look and a wavy coat so effortlessly luxurious, they perfectly embody Beyoncé’s lyrics: ‘I woke up like this. I’m flawless.’ From whether English Cocker Spaniels are hypoallergenic to do they bark a lot, we’ve got all the … Read more
PD turns 6 and we’re positively wagging our tales at all the growth that’s come with that. We’re seriously proud of the support we’ve provided thousands of customers and their pets – helping pay vet bills when they’re in trouble. Not to mention our 4.5 star Google review rating. We’d like to think it reflects … Read more
The Dog Control Act review is getting plenty of attention in New Zealand, and for good reason. Reports of serious dog attacks have made headlines, and there are concerns about roaming dogs in some communities. In fact, a recent PD survey found that 7 out of 10 Kiwis have had interactions with dogs that felt … Read more
With its long corded dreadlocks, the Komondor – also known as the Hungarian Sheepdog – is a truly one-of-a-kind pup. These dogs were bred in Hungary to be great protectors of livestock like sheep and cows. They’re like the furry bodyguards of the animal world! Komondor’s are unique, regal pups – and any dog lover … Read more
Dog worming tablets … puppy worms … not exactly topics we like to think about. But if you’re a proud dog parent or are considering becoming one, it’s crucial not to overlook this less glamorous aspect of pet ownership. In this article, we’ll explore why deworming your puppy is not just a routine chore but … Read more
