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My Dog Tore Their ACL, Now What?
In 2023, the third highest claim PD Insurance paid out across all claim types was for a limb injury. This is an umbrella term that
Category: Blog Posts – Pet Behaviour, Health & Safety
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Blog - All About Pets
What Human Foods Can Dogs Eat?
“Can dogs eat… bananas, strawberries, apples, blueberries, tomato (the list goes on)…?” Finding out what human food is good for dogs is one of the
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Toothy Troubles: Dog Breeds With Dental Problems
Ever noticed your furry friend giving you a grin that’s, well, a little less than pearly white? If you’re nodding along, you’re definitely not alone.
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Cushing’s Disease in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Cushing’s disease is a debilitating syndrome in dogs that has a few different names. It’s also known as hyperadrenocorticism and Cushing’s syndrome. Whatever the title,
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Your Need-to-Knows About Dog Microchipping in NZ
Not so long ago, the idea of microchipping pets still seemed like sci-fi and gave some pet parents the shivers. The dog microchip these days
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Does Your Dog Have Gastroenteritis or Something Else?
Gastroenteritis in dogs was the third most common PD Insurance claim in 2023. It was also the sixth most claimed health condition for cats. If
Blog Posts - Pet Behaviour, Health & Safety
Romeo the Retriever’s Run-In with a Grass Seed
Did you know that grass seeds can cause very dangerous infections in pets? It’s a lesser-known outdoor hazard that pet parents should be aware of.
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Sniffles and Scratches: We Asked a Vet About Seasonal Dog Allergies
Does your pup seem to get super itchy at certain times of the year? They may have seasonal dog allergies. This is when they react
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What Happens During a Vet Check-up? We Asked an Actual Vet!
We all know it’s important to take our pets for frequent vet checkups. But what do they actually look at during a vet clinic consult?
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Parvo Symptoms, Signs, Prevention, and Treatment
Parvovirus is a deadly virus that can cause severe illness in young and unvaccinated dogs – or worse. We want to do our bit by