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Black dog sits indoors with Halloween decorations, including pumpkins, a broom, a witch hat, and black paper jack-o’-lanterns, against a brick wall background. Nearby, halloween dog treats made from a special dog treat recipe add to the festive scene.

5 Howling Halloween Treats for Your Pup

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

A puppy and a kitten lie on a bed, partially covered by a white blanket. The puppy has its mouth open, while the kitten looks ahead.

Love Your Pet Day 2025: 10 Ways They Wish You Would

Love Your Pet Day is not just once a year, it’s every day. Nevertheless, who can resist a little bit of added festivity with the official Love Your Pet Day 2025 happening on the 20th of February. To celebrate, we’ve done our homework on the top 10 ways your pet

8 Meow Year’s Resolutions for Happy Pets

What’s your 2025 New Year resolution and, more importantly, does it include your cat or dog? As we welcome a bigger and brighter year, we thought it might be fun to share ideas to make your happy, healthy pets even happier and healthier in the coming months. These range from

Alpine's Story unfolds as a black cat with mesmerizing green eyes sits indoors, facing the camera. The window and blinds in the background cast soft shadows, hinting at adventures untold.

A Run-In With Gutter Cleaner: Here’s Alpine’s Story

Realising your pet may have swallowed something harmful is really scary. This is what happened to Lizzie and her cat Alpine a couple of months ago. Luckily, Lizzie got her furball to the vet quickly and PD Insurance stepped in with a superfast claim payout. We spoke to Lizzie about

A woman sits at a table holding a sandwich and a mug, with her small dog—her loyal companion featured in a recent pet cost survey—sitting on a chair beside her.

Can Dogs Eat Beyond Meat?

If you’re following a vegetarian or vegan diet, you’ll no doubt have heard of or even incorporated “meatless-meat” like Beyond Meat into your meals. While tucking into a yummy veg patty, you may’ve seen your pup look at you with pleading eyes and wondered: “can dogs eat Beyond Meat?” And

Amidst the summer heat, a black and white dog with a blue inflatable ring around its neck sits on a sandy beach next to a pink ring, a rubber duck, and yellow flippers—perfect symbols of pet safety in summer fun.

Summer Safety Rules Every Pet Parent Should Know

When it comes to pet safety in the summer, a little preparation can make all the difference. Whether you’re worried about dogs in summer heat or need tips for keeping cats cool in summer, protecting your furkids should always be a top priority. Summer fun brings its fair share of

A happy Labrador retriever, fresh from a swim, places its paws on the pool ledge and looks at the camera. This joyful moment captures the essence of true dog pool fun.

Dog Pool Safety Tips for a Splashing Good Summer

Water safety in NZ is a top priority for all of us, especially as temperatures rise for the summer months. Whether it’s a dog swimming in a pool or splashing at the beach, water safety is just as important for our furry friends as it is for our human kids.

A dog swims underwater in a clear pool, front paws outstretched and surrounded by bubbles. Remember to follow dog summer safety tips to enjoy fun, worry-free water adventures with your pets.

How to Keep Pets Safe in Summer: Life-Saving Tips You Need to Know

Hot summer days might be the stuff of postcards, but they can be tough on your pets. Fur babies can’t just grab an icy cold drink, slip on some sunnies, and head out for a swim on their own. That’s why it’s up to you to know how to keep

An orange cat, once rescued from an animal shelter, is sleeping on a patterned blanket while a person's hand gently strokes its head.

Ethical Cat Breeder in NZ: How to Find One This Christmas

Pet parenting has never been more popular, with Kiwis owning 4.6 million pets. But this high demand for fur kids (and a seasonal increase every festive period) isn’t always a good thing for animals. Kitten mills are a big problem in NZ, as is the huge number of abandoned cats

Person decorates cookies with icing while a dog wearing a festive headband watches attentively, dreaming of Christmas dinner shared among pets.

Christmas Dinner and Pets: What Can Dogs & Cats Actually Eat?

Christmas is a time to relax with our nearest and dearest. If your dogs and cats aren’t part of the ‘close family’ umbrella, then…umm…you’re doing it wrong! Loads of us will put a little pet pressie under the tree or give our furkids a special treat for dinner. Some even

A person with a patterned hat reads a book on green grass, demonstrating the joys of responsible dog ownership. Beside them, their small dog lies contentedly in the sunlight, embodying a perfect moment of peace during their shared holiday.

How to be a Responsible Dog Parent this Summer

Summer is on our doorstep and if you’re anything like us you’re just jumping for joy at the idea of taking your dog on holiday with you. Outdoors and pups go together like peanut butter and jelly, and travelling with pets has become more popular than ever before. But do

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