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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?”

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When Do Kittens Open Their Eyes?

Kittens are born with their eyes closed, just like their furry dog pals, but when do kittens open their eyes? We’ll answer this question and give you plenty of information you’ll need to know in the first few weeks of your kitten’s life. If your favourite furry companion has given

This woman is celebrating International Women's Day with her best friend.

International Women’s Day: Dogs Are Women’s Best Friend

Happy International Women’s Day! To celebrate today’s auspicious occasion (8th of March), we’re celebrating why dogs truly are a woman’s best friend. Wondering how? With scientific data of course 😊 PD Insurance has compiled the findings of three independent studies. Each study focuses on a different aspect of the human-dog

Dog Crate Rest: Recovery Dos and Don’ts

Putting the words ‘dog crate rest’ together is like saying ‘kid sugar nap’ in the same sentence. They simply don’t go. Not for most dogs anyway, and especially not beyond a few hours. But if your dog’s been injured, sick or had surgery these unlikely concepts must meld together for

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Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs Can Be Fatal. What About Cats?

There’s no point in sugar-coating it, xylitol toxicity in dogs can be fatal. While peeps and pets share lots of things (territory, beds, life, you name it) xylitol simply shouldn’t be one of them. Especially if it’s in chocolate – that’s a double whammy, given chocolate is already toxic to

A woman hugging the biggest dog in the world in a field.

What is the Biggest Dog in the World?

Dogs are our best friends and in some cases our best friends are giants! That’s right – some dogs are considered to have ‘gigantic proportions‘, literally. Interestingly though when it comes to finding out who the biggest dog in the world is, there are two answers. That’s because… Whether you

Golden Retriever: Breed Profile, Health, and History

The Golden Retriever. Where to start? Between their endearing nature, great work ethic and soft and luscious fur, they’ve a lot going for them. These pups are great companions; soft and gentle cuddlers who will easily get along with the whole family. How could you not hold them in high

Epilepsy in Beagles and Other Dogs: How to Help

Beagles are a breed with a high prevalence of seizures. And judging from how many Kiwis are researching Beagle epilepsy online we gather there’s a growing concern. In recent times, nearly 100 New Zealanders have been searching Google every month for info on Beagle epilepsy. If you’re a Beagle fan

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Year of the Tiger: What’s in Store?

2022 is the Year of the Tiger. Whether that means letting your inner tiger roar, getting a pet Toyger (more on this pawsome breed fur-ther down) or celebrating by getting up to adventures with your cat is up to you! We welcomed Year of the Tiger on 1 February. If

Average Cat Weight: How Does Your Cat Compare?

What is the average cat weight? Well, it depends on their breed. Many of us may find ourselves Googling ‘average cat weight’ to see if our cats are under or overweight. Unfortunately it’s not that easy – there’s no mean weight for all cats. A Siamese cat, for instance, has

3 Reasons for Adopting an Adult Cat on Love Your Pet Day!

Is it a coincidence Love Your Pet Day comes back-to-back with Valentine’s Day? Nu-uh, we think not. February is all about the lurrrve. From hairballs to furry cuddles! But let’s spare a thought for the amazing cats and dogs behind bars in pet shelters. This Feb we’re all about adopting

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