What to Do if Your Dog has a Tooth Abscess

Male veterinarian checking teeth of sick dog during appointment in clinics. An abscess in dogs tooth or abscess in the mouth of a dog can be very painful.

If you’ve ever been unlucky enough to experience it, you know how painful a tooth abscess can be. It’s no different for animals. An abscess in your dog’s tooth or abscess in the mouth of a dog can lead to serious pain and discomfort. If left untreated, it can be the harbinger of serious complications. … Read more

5 Ways to Spoil Your Pup this Valentine’s Day

Portrait of a cute young small dog sitting on the floor and looking curious at the camera. Check out our guide of gifts for dogs in NZ and things to buy to spoil your dog

Valentine’s Day is coming up, and here at PD we believe there’s close to no greater love than that between a pet parent and their pup! With so much puppy love in the air, you may feel like getting into the spirit by thinking of things to buy to spoil your dog. After all, there … Read more

The Dos and Don’ts of Boating with Your Dog

There’s nothing like exploring New Zealand’s beautiful lakes, rivers and coasts. Even better when you can take your pup along! But do you know all the boat dog safety rules? How about which areas you can and can’t take Fido? There are several dos and don’ts when it comes to boating with your pup, so … Read more

Fined! Why You Can’t Take Your Dog or Cat Into NZ National Parks

The summer holidays are upon us, and many pet parents and their fur balls are raring (and barking and meowing) to get out of the house. Excitement and enthusiasm is great, but being a responsible pet parent is being conscious of ‘no pets allowed’ spaces. You don’t want to end up getting a fine for … Read more

Why You Should Think Twice Before Gifting a Kitten for Christmas

This stripey kitten poking out of a cardboard box was one of the Christmas kittens for sale

Thanks to the movies, some of us may think there’d be nothing cuter than gifting someone a kitten. Just imagine the surprise as the purring ball of fluff appears with a big red bow around its neck. No wonder so many people search ‘Christmas kittens for sale’ online around this time every year. But have … Read more

Your How-To Guide for Comparing Pet Insurance Plans

Elderly border collie dog in spectacles wants to compare pet insurance with a pet insurance comparison

So, you want to compare pet insurance? Good move. Undertaking solid research before you decide is the best way to do a pet insurance comparison in NZ, to land the right cover for your budget and your furball’s needs. What you’ll soon learn is that comparing pet insurance is not just about comparing price. Your … Read more

Researching Puppies for Sale in NZ? Here’s How to Buy Right

a cute Rottweiler puppy in a mug. when searching puppies for sale nz, remember to beware of puppy scams

Let us guess… you’re Googling “puppies for sale NZ” because you think you’re ready to bring a happy fur ball into your life? We’re sure loads of adorable potential fur kids are staring back at you from your screen. But are you clued up on everything you need to know before buying a puppy. What … Read more

Devon Rex: Breed Profile, Health, and History

The Devon Rex cat is a super friendly, obscure little furball with a lot of love to give. Their big, elfin ears give them an alien-like appearance that’s surprisingly endearing. Because of their curly fair and the fact that they’re known to wag their tails, they’re also sometimes called the Poodle that purrs. One of … Read more