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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?

A woman uses reward dog training to teach and bond with her dog

Positive Reinforcement for Dogs: Examples and Training Tips

What if you never had to punish your dog for bad behaviour again? Instead you got to heap praise on them – sounds good right? Positive reinforcement dog training (reward training dogs) is just that. Happily, research shows positive reinforcement has a range of benefits, including much lower stress levels

A dog lies on the floor after getting a bad tummy ache because chocolate is toxic to dogs and it has eaten some without its owner realising

How Much Chocolate Is Dangerous To Dogs?

Can dogs eat chocolate? Most people know they can’t, but how much chocolate is dangerous for dogs? If your German Shepherd happened to gobble up two blocks of milk chocolate while you weren’t looking, should you be rushing them to the vet? How about if your Chihuahua did the same?

A person with short gray hair smiles warmly, wearing a green shirt, radiating kindness and expertise in pet care against a plain white background.

Dr Cath: The One Thing I Want All Pet Parents To Know

Kiwi vet Dr Cath Watson hosts our pawsome PD Insurance pet care vlog over on YouTube – where she answers important questions around raising healthy pets. From how to give a dog medication to having difficult conversations around euthanasia – Dr Cath shares her expertise. We caught up with her

Kneeling next to a black and white dog outdoors, the person gently holds the leash while observing the pup's playful antics despite its itchy skin.

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 in their lives. Skin allergies (a cause of itchy dog skin) have been on our list of top pet insurance claims for several years now.

A puppy and a kitten lie on a bed, partially covered by a white blanket. The puppy has its mouth open, while the kitten looks ahead.

Love Your Pet Day 2025: 10 Ways They Wish You Would

Love Your Pet Day is not just once a year, it’s every day. Nevertheless, who can resist a little bit of added festivity with the official Love Your Pet Day 2025 happening on the 20th of February. To celebrate, we’ve done our homework on the top 10 ways your pet

8 Meow Year’s Resolutions for Happy Pets

What’s your 2025 New Year resolution and, more importantly, does it include your cat or dog? As we welcome a bigger and brighter year, we thought it might be fun to share ideas to make your happy, healthy pets even happier and healthier in the coming months. These range from

Alpine's Story unfolds as a black cat with mesmerizing green eyes sits indoors, facing the camera. The window and blinds in the background cast soft shadows, hinting at adventures untold.

A Run-In With Gutter Cleaner: Here’s Alpine’s Story

Realising your pet may have swallowed something harmful is really scary. This is what happened to Lizzie and her cat Alpine a couple of months ago. Luckily, Lizzie got her furball to the vet quickly and PD Insurance stepped in with a superfast claim payout. We spoke to Lizzie about

A woman sits at a table holding a sandwich and a mug, with her small dog—her loyal companion featured in a recent pet cost survey—sitting on a chair beside her.

Can Dogs Eat Beyond Meat?

If you’re following a vegetarian or vegan diet, you’ll no doubt have heard of or even incorporated “meatless-meat” like Beyond Meat into your meals. While tucking into a yummy veg patty, you may’ve seen your pup look at you with pleading eyes and wondered: “can dogs eat Beyond Meat?” And

Amidst the summer heat, a black and white dog with a blue inflatable ring around its neck sits on a sandy beach next to a pink ring, a rubber duck, and yellow flippers—perfect symbols of pet safety in summer fun.

Summer Safety Rules Every Pet Parent Should Know

When it comes to pet safety in the summer, a little preparation can make all the difference. Whether you’re worried about dogs in summer heat or need tips for keeping cats cool in summer, protecting your furkids should always be a top priority. Summer fun brings its fair share of

A happy Labrador retriever, fresh from a swim, places its paws on the pool ledge and looks at the camera. This joyful moment captures the essence of true dog pool fun.

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.

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