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Vet Advice For Your Dog’s Itchy Skin

Itchy skin in dogs is a big problem. In fact, 20% of dogs will have skin problems that need a vet visit at some point

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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

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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

A greyhound dog lies on a couch, partially covered with a blue blanket, sporting a green collar. Consider Greyhound Adoption NZ for finding your own cuddly companion.

Ban on Greyhound Racing in NZ: Time to Adopt?

A ban on greyhound racing in NZ has just been announced. For dog lovers, the most significant thing to note is that thousands of greyhounds will need to be rehomed over the next 20 months as the sport is phased out. PD strongly supports greyhound adoption in NZ: “PD has

A dog lies on a kitchen floor among broken plates and scattered paper towels, surrounded by foreign objects that could lead to accidental ingestion.

Accidental Ingestion: Here’s What Dogs Swallow + How To Prevent It

Did you know that ”accidental ingestion’ – basically your dog swallowing something they shouldn’t – was a top claim type this past year? And we don’t just mean the usual suspects like chocolate. In fact, harmful foreign bodies can range from items in your pantry through to toys, medication and

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QUIZ: Find Your Festive Film Pet Personality

Want some festive fun? Why not take our jolly Christmas quiz below? We’ve rounded up some of the season’s most iconic movie dogs and cats … but which one are you? From iconic sidekicks to pets that truly steal the show – many beloved animal characters have graced our screens

Pet Boarding Tips + Checklist To Take Along!

As the holidays approach, you may be travelling to places where your furry friend can’t accompany you. Make sure you know what to consider when it comes to pet boarding to make the experience as stress-free as possible (for the both of you). The prospect of deciding between kennels vs

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5 Pampered Pet Care Products for Christmas Stockings

Pampered pets are happy pets, right? This is why PD Insurance has rounded up five pet care products to bag in Felix or Rover’s stocking this year. Grabbing one of these will mean you don’t get the stink eye from your furry bestie this Christmas … we hope! We’re not

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Best of the Best: Our 5 Top Read Articles For 2024

We love sharing expert info, tips and guidance with pet parents like you – no wonder our blog has over 550 articles! Whether it’s info on your favourite dog breeds or the symptoms of FIV in cats – you’ll probably find the answers here. But which top articles had you

Spoil your pooch with a luxury pet vacation like the one this black and white dog wearings sunglasses is enjoying.

5 Top Spots for a Luxury Pet Vacation or Pampering

Everyone needs a break every now and then. So why would that be any different for your favourite four-legged friend? Does Boris need his own space to switch off? Is it time Bella had her pedicure? What if you must go away for a while on a business trip and

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