Entries by Nadia Crighton

Working Like a Dog – Tradies Health Month

Pet Insurance Australia is urging all Tradies to consider their health and the health of their workplace canine companions this month. “It’s Tradies Health Month, so it’s a really important time to start talking about the well-being of some of the hardest working blokes and women around the country,” Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia […]

Take It Easy When Exercising Your Older Dog

Do you have a golden oldie and want some ideas on how to ensure they are getting enough exercise? Nadia Crighton investigates exactly how much exercise your older dog needs to stay fit and healthy. The most important thing before you start exercising your ageing pet is to get a good check-up. Regular check-ups are […]

Keep Your Dog Fit and Healthy

Want to know if your dog is getting enough quality exercise? Nadia Crighton shares some great tips on keeping your pet fit and healthy. Dogs require adequate exercise for a number of reasons: It keeps them healthy It provides entertainment It can help prevent many behavioural problems Exercise keeps their brain and body active It […]

Can I Kiss My Canine Companion?

The jury is out on the question: should or shouldn’t I kiss my pet? We take a look at some of the pros and cons of sharing kisses with your four-legged friend. For some, this is a complete pet hate. Watching pet owners kiss their pets. From a little snout pout to a full-on face […]

When Your Dog Eats Something He Shouldn’t

Understanding Foreign Body Ingestion in Pets Dogs, and some cats, simply love to indulge in some strange and interesting tastes. In this article, Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia takes a look at foreign body ingestion that is causing some panic among pet owners. The Unusual Objects Inside Our Pets From underwear to corncobs, banana […]

Prevent Your Pet From Choking

It’s a pet owner’s worst nightmare…watching their beloved pet struggling for breath due to choking. We look at what you can do to help prevent your pet from choking and what the main culprits are. According to statistics, pet insurance claims for choking (AKA Respiratory Tract Obstruction) have steadily increased over the years. For pet […]

Your Pet and Cancer – What You Need To Know

Cancer is not a word taken lightly in the human or pet world. Nadia Crighton caught up with Veterinary Oncologist Dr Peter Bennett from the University of Sydney to discuss treatments and breakthroughs that can add years to the life of a pet. Hearing the diagnosis that your beloved pet has cancer is not easy. […]

Understanding Feline Diabetes

Nadia Crighton caught up with Dr Richard Gowan, owner and leading Feline Veterinarian at The Cat Clinic in Victoria, to discuss cat diabetes. Find out what this diagnosis means for your feisty feline and how to spot a problem. So, you’ve just discovered that your precious kitty is diabetic. Firstly, it’s important to breathe and […]

Leader of the Pack – Smartest Dog Breeds

Nadia Crighton investigates some of the smartest dog breeds around town and the reasons they have earned such a title. She also looks at what really makes a ‘smart’ dog? Every pet owner will swear that their dog and breed are the smartest canines around town. There is no denying that all dogs are incredibly […]

Keep Your Pet Safe This Winter

Pet Insurance Australia is warning all pet owners to be extra vigilant regarding pet safety around heaters and fires during the cooler months. “Sadly, we do see the numbers increase for burn claims around the months of May, June and July,” Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia says. “Burns can be incredibly painful and happen […]