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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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Dog Pool Safety Tips for a Splashing Good Summer
Water safety in NZ is a top priority for all of us, especially as temperatures rise for the summer months. Whether it’s a dog swimming in a pool or splashing at the beach, water safety is just as important for our furry friends as it is for our human kids.
How to Keep Pets Safe in Summer: Life-Saving Tips You Need to Know
Hot summer days might be the stuff of postcards, but they can be tough on your pets. Fur babies can’t just grab an icy cold drink, slip on some sunnies, and head out for a swim on their own. That’s why it’s up to you to know how to keep
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
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
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
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
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
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
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