5 Christmas Dog Treat Recipes That Are Totally Pawsome

A small dog wearing reindeer antlers and a scarf lies on a table next to a plate of assorted cookies, crafted from our favorite Christmas dog treats recipe. A decorated Christmas tree is in the background.

Fancy yourself as crafty in the kitchen? Feel like rustling up something amazing for your pup this festive season? We’ve rounded up Christmas dog treat recipes that are easy to make and will have their tails wagging all the way to the tree! These are all baked goodies — dog Christmas cookie recipes you’ll be … Read more

Hit By A Car! Here’s Nelson The Border Collie’s Story

A woman and Nelson the Border Collie, both wearing birthday hats, sit on the steps of a white house. The woman is smiling and looking at the dog.

Nelson is a Border Collie puppy from West Auckland who was hit by a car after he escaped a gated area. Luckily, this brave pup survived and is thriving again. But it took intense surgery and 8 weeks of crate rest to get him fully back in action. We talk to his adoring pet parent … Read more

Ways to Celebrate National Guide Dog Month 2024

Labrador Retrievers are the no.1 assistance dogs in NZ

Not only can life be better with dogs, but for many blind or visually impaired people, Guide Dogs are a necessity. National Guide Dog Month is a celebration in honour of the great work these animals do. In this article, we outline ways to celebrate the month and answer common Guide Dog questions. Celebrating 300 … Read more

Taking Your Dog from New Zealand to Australia: What You Need to Know

This black pug with its head out a red car's window has an owner that's taking a dog from NZ to Australia

Wondering what’s involved in taking a dog to Australia from NZ, whether you’re emigrating with pets, going on holiday, or visiting Aussie loved ones? When moving your dog from NZ to Australia for any length of time what steps should you take to ensure it’s done right? To ensure you don’t run into delays or … Read more

6 Ways to Make Your Dog or Cat’s Birthday Extra Special

A curly-haired dog wearing a "My Birthday" bandana stands in a blue kiddie pool filled with colorful plastic balls outdoors—a playful dog birthday idea sure to make their special day unforgettable.

Did you know that 71% of PD Insurance members answered ‘yes!’ to a survey that asked whether they celebrate their pet’s birthday, with 14% saying ‘sometimes’? Whether it’s buying them gifts, baking them a pet-friendly cake or giving them extra love and attention, pet parents have plenty of cat and dog birthday ideas when it … Read more

6 Ways to Entertain Your Pets While You Work From Home

Brown old dog yawning, close up face shot. How to keep your dog entertained while you're at work?

As a pet parents, one of the best parts of working from home is having your fur ball as a colleague! But nice as it is having your cat to bounce ideas off of or your dog to weigh in on meetings, it also comes with the challenge of keeping them occupied when you’re trying … Read more

Ever Heard of Happy Tail Syndrome? Here’s Charlie the Vizsla’s Story

Charlie the Vizsla with his head buried in the sand on a beach, with dunes and dry grass in the background, looks like a whimsical scene from a dog story.

Have you ever heard of Happy Tail Syndrome? It’s a dog tail injury they get from wagging their tails too much or too hard, often hitting it against surfaces and objects. This can cause the tail to get cut, bruised, or even break the skin. In extreme cases, overenthusiastic pups can even break or sprain … Read more