Entries by Nadia Crighton

Rescue Pets – Top Tips

Thinking of adopting instead of shopping? We have some top tips to help you choose the purrfect pet for your home. PLUS: how to help your new pet feel at home.   There is nothing more wonderful than opening your home to a forever pet. Whether you choose to adopt or shop, the excitement of […]

Mouse Plague – poisoning up 300%

With the recent mouse plague running rampage around regional Australia, Pet Insurance Australia is urging all pet lovers to ensure the safety of their pets. “We’ve seen a 300% increase in claim payments in the past three months compared to the same months in 2020 for rat bait poisoning,” Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia […]

Winter Warning – Burns & Pets

As the temperatures plummet across the country Pet Insurance Australia is offering a timely reminder to pet owners to keep them safe during the winter period. “We do see an increase in burn claims from the months of May until October,” Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia says. “This suggest that it could be linked […]

Keeping Pets Warm this Winter

As the temperatures start to plummet, we take a look at some great ideas to keep your pets warm and cosy this winter. PLUS: top winter tips for older pets. It’s no surprise to many pet owners that during the cooler months our pets can show signs of desperately seeking out warmth. It’s not uncommon […]

Entries Open – Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal Rescue Awards 2021

The Companion Animal Rescue Awards is Australia’s first and only national awards program for hard-working rescues, shelters, foster carers, and passionate pet adopters. Pet Insurance Australia is proud to announce its involvement for the fourth consecutive year as the new Platinum Rescue Hero and Naming Partner. “This is a hugely important national award program that […]

The Top Symptoms of Arthritis in Cats and Dogs

Arthritis is a common autoimmune condition that causes severe pain in joints and makes movement uncomfortable. Arthritis in animals, like dogs and cats, is not a strange phenomenon. Fossil records show that dinosaurs suffered from this condition. Sadly, arthritis has no cure. All you can do is take steps to avoid or prevent, provide comfort […]

New Research – Jealousy and Dogs

A recent study into dogs has revealed what many pet owners already know – their dogs get jealous! Pet Insurance Australia takes a look into their interesting new research and discovers that regardless if the dog is real or not, your pet could be showing symptoms of jealous behaviour. “It comes as no surprise to […]

COVID – Traumatic Ligament/Tendon Damage Increase

Pet Insurance Australia has noticed an interesting increase in traumatic ligament/tendon damage and fractures over the COVID-19 lockdown period. “We certainly saw a spike in claims over the January– December period in 2020*,” Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia says. “Claims have also increased for cruciate ligament conditions.” With the world in desperate need of interaction, […]

Gastro Issues in Pets

Wondering what gastro issues your pets can have if they consume human foods? We investigate the foods that could be causing your pet harm. Do you often find yourself helpless to resist the “puppy dog eyes” of your dog while you eat and end up giving out bits and pieces from your plate? Well, sometimes […]