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Are you ready for Diwali 2026? With celebrations and Diwali fireworks planned across Auckland and beyond, this 5-day festival is set to be just as
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Winter Warmers: Dog Jackets and More
Winter is rolling in, and it’s starting to get nippy. If you’re anything like us, that means warm fires and fuzzy blankets … plus dog jackets, coats and cosy beds for them too. (If they need it, of course. Not all do – read more about the debate around pet
What To Do During a Dog Fight + What The Law Says
Dog fights happens in seconds. One moment your pup is happily sniffing along, the next there’s growling and chaos. Dog attacks are every pet parent’s worst nightmare. They’re frightening, unpredictable, and often over before you’ve even processed what’s happening. Knowing how to react if your dog ever gets in a
What is Cherry Eye in Dogs?
What’s commonly referred to as cherry eye in dogs is when a dog has a red, swollen, painful-looking gland in their eye. French Bulldogs and the other brachycephalic breeds are most affected with cherry eye and, though it looks excruciating, it’s more uncomfortable and itchier for your dog than painful. With that
PD Reveals: Winter Pet Health Hazards
If you’re wondering what to look out for in terms of your pet’s health this winter, you’ve come to the right place. As the proud insurer of thousands of Kiwi fur kids, our claims data reveals clear spikes in certain cat and dog illnesses in the colder months. Below, we
Should Your Cat Be Watching Cat TV?
Cat TV videos and channels might sound a bit … well … niche. But they’re popping up all over YouTube and other streaming services. Basically, pet cats have their own Netflix nowadays, whether rightly or wrongly. And why not? Before TV and streaming was a big thing, cats used to
Should I Get a Cat or Dog if I Work Full Time?
Pets are a lot like people. You get those cats and dogs that want as much exclusive one-on-one time as possible, while others are a bit more aloof. And of course, some breeds are super sporty (Border Collie) whereas others are more chill (Maltese). Basically, if you’re asking yourself should
How PD Insurance Makes Pet Claims Easy
More and more pet owners are opting to get pet insurance and for good reason – why wouldn’t you want to protect your pet and purse strings? But a quick search of ‘pet claims’ on Google shows that pat parents want to know how to claim pet insurance and worry
Why Do Dogs Bark (and How You Can Help)
Why do dogs bark? It’s something every frustrated canine parent has asked themselves at some point. Especially if your dog goes on long monologues that fill the passage or the street with dog vowels. Even more so if you’ve discovered an angry note in your letterbox about your dog’s not-so-neighbourly
Why Two Littermates Could Spell Trouble
Ever heard of littermate syndrome? Though not a scientifically recognised medical or behavioural disorder, many trainers, shelters, and vets say it exists. Basically, it’s a set of behaviours that sometimes occur when two puppies from the same litter bond exclusively to each other in a way that interferes with normal
The Most Common Pet Insurance Claims of 2025 (and What They Tell Us)
Pet insurance claims make one thing clear: our fluffy children need vet care just like we occasionally need doctor’s care. After looking back at 2025 claims data at PD Insurance, we’re glad we could give our customers a soft landing on their vet bills. From itchy skin and upset stomachs