7 Doggy Dos and Don’ts for Halloween 2025

A Shetland Sheepdog in a cute dog Halloween costume lies on fallen autumn leaves, surrounded by pumpkins, a jack-o’-lantern lantern, and festive Halloween decorations.

Did you know that 4.8 million Australians are expected to celebrate Halloween in 2025, with spending projected to hit $500 million? With everyone getting in on the action, it’s no wonder dog Halloween costumes are becoming a thing. But is it a good idea? Should you take dogs trick or treating? From strangers pitching up … Read more

How Smart is Your Dog by Breed, IQ Test and More?

A woman kneels on the grass to pet a golden retriever she is training to be a therapy animal

How smart is your dog? Turns out the answer is very! Dogs can count, remember words, solve problems and more. The most intelligent dog breeds can apparently remember hundreds of words. Most of all, dogs seem to know when you’re sad, happy or just need a hug – now that’s top shelf smarts. 😁 In … Read more

Choosing Pet Insurance in Australia: How, What and Why

A man with a backpack smiles while holding a white dog in his arms in an open field with trees in the background, perhaps reflecting on pet plans or how to choose pet insurance for his loyal companion.

Wondering how to choose pet insurance in Australia? Like most choices, it begins with knowing your needs. Or in the case of pet plans, knowing your cat’s or dog’s needs. But how, you might say? You’ve yet to know what accidents might happen. Or what illnesses could strike? While that’s entirely true, you can use … Read more

Pet Dental Insurance: What’s Covered and What’s Not?

Black and white cat yawns, showing off its sparkly white teeth.

Pet dental insurance – have you considered it? It may be worthwhile paying a higher pet insurance premium for dental care inclusion. Research shows that 80% of dogs over the age of three and between 50 and 90% of cats older than four suffer from some form of dental disease. At PD, our Deluxe plan … Read more

11 Ways to Celebrate International Dog Day in Australia

A man and woman are laughing while sitting outdoors with a golden retriever in the foreground, celebrating International Dog Day. Trees and patio furniture are visible in the background.

International Dog Day could easily one of the most exciting days of the year. Sometimes called Dog Appreciation Day, it’s all about celebrating our best buds. A dog’s tail wags easily – they’re possibly the happiest creatures on the planet. Give a dog a bit of care and in return they’ll heap on the unconditional … Read more

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