With the flea and tick season upon us, we thought it was a topic we could not avoid. No one wants to talk about these little creatures that can cause such discomfort, but prevention is key so let’s tackle it together! There are a few things you can do to prevent these intruders from invading…

Need Christmas Gift Inspiration? Well look no further, because we’re giving away a FREE FitBark 2, RRP $100! The FitBark 2 is is a small, lightweight device, developed by vets, that you attach to your dog’s collar. It monitors activity levels, quality of sleep, distance travelled, calories burned, and overall health and behaviour 24/7. And all…

As Christmas draws closer, bringing with it excitement and a million and one things to do, it can be easy to forget that the festive period can be hazardous for our pets. Vet hospitals unfortunately see a spike in admittance for our furry friends this time of year. The most common reasons for a pet…

Don’t fear the fireworks If you know fireworks are scheduled, plan ahead. Keep your dog indoors and put him in a room with a television or radio turned up. If possible have a family member stay with him during the fireworks. Make sure all windows are closed and all exits secure. If you’re worried about…

Christmas table no-no’s Chocolate, grapes, raisins and sultanas are poisonous to dogs, so keep your pets away from the Christmas table…especially the Christmas ham…and secure your rubbish bin lids. Christmas cake is definitely off limits, and if you want to make sure Aunt Sally gets her box of Roses, don’t leave them, or any other…

Winter is well and truly upon us and here at Pet Insurance, we are pulling out our big coats, boots and scarves to keep ourselves as warm as we can. But as we bundle up, what we usually forget is to make seasonal changes for our furry friends. To help you figure out what changes…

Having an anxious dog is a real issue for pet parents, and like humans, when your dog is stressed out they may display physical and mental signs of stress. Unfortunately, sitting them down and asking what’s wrong isn’t an option! So here are our top tips for dealing with an anxious pup.   Read the…

The first few months of a puppy’s life are particularly important and it’s the time when your puppy learns to become acclimatised to people, new environments and other animals. If you’ve recently welcomed a new puppy into your family, read on for some top tips to ensure your pup is well socialised and adaptable as…

Has your pet been a little rascal recently? Not doing what they are told? Not doing what they were trained to do? Fear not. There are some common reasons why pets are naughty, and some simple solutions too. Keep reading and your pet will be an angel in no time. Well, we can’t make that…

When it comes to keeping your cat nice and clean, it usually does a pretty good job at cleaning itself as they have their own built-in grooming mechanism-their tongue! Yet grooming time can be a way for you and your furry friend to bond. Here’s a tip to make grooming your cat that much easier.…