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Couple keep pets safe during pest treatments by going to a pet friendly cafe

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How to Keep Pets Safe During a Pest Treatment

If you’ve been Googling ‘pet friendly pest control near me’ then we’ve got some tips. Ensuring pest control is safe for your dogs, cats or

A small black dog with gray fur on its face is wrapped in a white towel with red stripes, looking directly at the camera—a charming reminder of the importance of routine pet care for your new puppy.

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Routine Pet Care for a New Puppy or Kitten: NZ Guide to Preventive Health Care

Routine pet care isn’t just a great way to spend time with your new puppy or kitten. That’s right, things like dental care, grooming and

A person holds a yellow pill in front of a small brown dog with a pink bow, in a kitchen with vegetables in the background.

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Puppy Worming Guide: When, Why and How to Protect Your Pup

Dog worming tablets … puppy worms … not exactly topics we like to think about. But if you’re a proud dog parent or are considering

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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

A golden retriever wearing a bandana sits on frosty grass in a sunlit, wooded area, enjoying the crisp air—despite mild rhinitis in dogs, he’s ready for adventure.

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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

Why dogs bark is an interesting question with lots of answers.

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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

These two BC puppies will grow up to become medium-sized dogs.

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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

A white dog sits at a table with colorful eggs, yellow decorations, a vase of daffodils, and bunny ear headbands—perfect inspiration for your pet Easter tips!.

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Count Your Eggs! + Other Need-To Know Pet Easter Tips

No one wants to phone their vet saying “my dog ate chocolate!” While chocolate isn’t something pet parents would knowingly give their pets, every April

A small, long-haired dog outdoors in tall grass sticks out its tongue near a red poppy flower, happily exploring—though tall grass can pose risks of foreign bodies or accidental ingestion.

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The Surprising Items Sending Dogs to the Vet in 2026

Did you know that ”accidental ingestion’ – basically your dog swallowing something they shouldn’t – is consistently among our top claim types? And we don’t

A small, scruffy light-colored dog sits on the floor next to a person in shorts and a striped tank top, cross-legged with one hand on the dog—sharing a sweet moment for World Pet Health Month.

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What (and When) is World Pet Health Month—Answered!

What (and when) is World Pet Health Month? Can anyone celebrate and how? Who founded it? So many questions! Thankfully, PD has all the answers

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