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Beagle Profile: Everything You Need to Know

Beagles are cheeky, lovable pups with a knack for stealing hearts…and maybe the occasional snack. If you’ve ever asked, “Are Beagles good with other dogs?”

Top Tips for Choosing the Best Pets for Kids of All Ages

Your kids have been pestering you for a pet and up until now your answer has been, “We’ll think about it.” Finding the best pets for kids can be a daunting task. In this blog post, we provide info on some of the most family-friendly dogs and cat breeds to

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What Do the Top 10 Puppy Names in NZ Mean?

Keen to find out the top 10 dog names in New Zealand? Want to go further than that and explore their meaning? You’re in the right place. If you’re bringing home a pet puppy, Googling names to give your cuddly new baby is no doubt part of your planning excitement.

The Big Hitters: Our 10 Most Popular Blog Posts in 2023

Welcome to the Hall of Fame of our blog! At PD Insurance, we believe in educating pet parents on all aspects of their fur kid journey. As such, our blog section is jam-packed with informative articles. We cover everything from the genetics of ginger cats to brushing your pet’s teeth

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Maple the Rottie Breaks a Bone

Rottweilers are big, sturdy pups that look pretty invincible. But this doesn’t mean they’re not prone to the same accidents and injuries that befall other dogs. Maple, a one-year old Rottie pup, was having the time of her life on a farm when a simple slip caused her to break

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PD and Dogs NZ Celebrate One Year of Linking Paws

Next month we’re celebrating the first-year anniversary of the national Dogs New Zealand kennel club and PD Insurance partnership. It’s been an incredible period of sharing valuable pet health information, launching Dogs NZ Insurance by pd.co.nz, evolving the Dogs NZ Breeder Partner Programme with free starter cover, and much more.

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PD Survey Uncovers Insights from 2,000 NZ Pet Owners

Companion animals in NZ almost equal the number of people and we believe their health and wellbeing is just as important. That’s why PD Insurance routinely invests time surveying pet owners to find out what they want for their pets, how they’re incorporated into their lifestyle and how they feel

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Your Ultimate Dog Adoption Checklist

Do you have a puppy-shaped hole in your life? Inviting a dog or brand-new puppy to be part of your family is exciting, but it can also be challenging. Hence the need for this pawsome dog adoption checklist (and its fur sister, an article covering what you need for bringing

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Ready to Adopt a Cat, You Think? Read This First

Want to adopt or buy a cat to be your clever, cheeky, subtle or shy fur friend? Turns out you’re not the only one bringing a new cat home (you’re in good company). Whether you’re going the cat adoption route or buying from an ethical breeder, research shows these furry feline

How Long is Too Long to Leave Your Cat Home Alone?

Cats are famously independent, and many people believe their cats can, to some extent, fend for themselves. Leaving your indoor cat, and even your outdoor cat, home alone for an extended period isn’t something frowned upon whereas it is for dogs. While the latter situation has been studied extensively, there

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7 Pet Gadgets to Keep Pets Safe, Entertained and Scoop Poop

Pet tech in NZ is booming with lots of new gadgets on the market. From smart cat and dog collars that double as GPS pet trackers to litterboxes that clean themselves. (Yep, you heard that right!). Being a pet owner has never been more entertaining. Let’s be honest, who wouldn’t

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