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A retired greyhound dog with a red collar is lying on an orange sofa, resting its head on the cushion and looking toward the camera—a heartwarming example of the gentle companions you can meet through Greyhound Adoption NZ.

Greyhound Racing Is Over in NZ: Could You Adopt a Retired Racer?

With the ban on greyhound racing in NZ now in effect, somewhat 1,300 dogs need to be rehomed. So how about adopting a retired greyhound?

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

A woman in blue gloves is pointing at an x-ray of a dog with a broken leg.

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

Dog handlers at the Purina Pro Dog Nationals by the Dogs New Zealand kennel club

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.

A woman hugging a white dog in a field, highlighting the strong bond between humans and canines.

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

A person with short, dark hair holds a small, curly-haired gray dog on their shoulder outdoors, perhaps pondering findings from a recent pet cost survey.

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

A person lying on a bed smiles while their Siamese cat, who was featured in a recent pet cost survey, gently touches their face with its paw.

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

A pet owner talks to their pet via a pet webcam gadget

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

A woman walking a dog on a leash through Auckland on a Saturday morning.

Yes or No – Should My Dog Be on a Lead in Public Spaces?

Should your dog be on a lead in public spaces? It’s a simple question and it’s covered by the Dog Control Act, but not every dog owner knows the answer. That’s why PD Insurance and the Department of Conservation are running the Lead the Way programme to help improve general

Munchkin Mania: Do You Know the Sausage Cat?

The Munchkin cat is to cats what the Dachshund is to dogs. While Dachshunds are sausage dogs, the Munchkin is the sausage cat. It’s an average sized cat with shorter than average legs. This short legged cat is a newish breed – it’s only been around since the 1940s – and

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