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Kennel Cough Outbreak in NZ: How to Protect Your Dog

You may have heard there’s been an outbreak of kennel cough in New Zealand. With surges occurring nationwide, dog owners are being urged to be

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Virtual Vet Consultations: Why They’re Useful

Virtual vet consultations are on the rise and for good reason. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the use of online consultations for everything in NZ

A pet owner helps their new kitten is choking

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What to Do if My Pet Chokes!?

The possibility of your cat or dog choking is a pet parent nightmare. For many pet owners it’s a significant concern and not an unfounded

black and white australian collie dog sick under red blanket - he may have a pre-existing condition

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Pre-Existing Conditions and Pet Insurance – Where Do You Stand?

Can dogs or cats with pre-existing conditions get pet insurance in New Zealand? Generally speaking, pre-existing conditions in either won’t be covered by pet insurance

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Can Cats Eat Chocolate Easter Eggs + Other Easter Treats?

If you’ve been wishing for a little downtime to spruce up your home, try out some new recipes or get into a good book, Easter

Boogie and his mum Lulu shortly after luxating patella symptoms start showing

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Cruciate Disease in Dogs and Boogie the Rottweiler

Boogie the Rottweiler is young, upbeat and simply loves camping and walks on the beach. But recently the young Auckland pup had a mysterious limp

boxer having paw bandaged - injuries are the third most common claims for pet insurance

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PD Insurance’s Most Common Insurance Claims in 2021

If you’re a pet parent who’s considering insurance, you might’ve wondered what the top claims for pet insurance are. Maybe you’re trying to figure out

french bulldog puppy is on the list of brachycephalic breeds

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Brachycephalic Breeds: Health Conditions in Flat Faced Dogs

Is your adorable dog – or potential dog – on the list of brachycephalic breeds? If so, you’ve probably heard about brachycephalic airway syndrome. It’s

This kitten won't go in the cat litter tray because it hasn't been cleaned and still has old poop in it.

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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

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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

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