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Budget Direct Pet Insurance Encourages Responsible Animal Care, Emphasising Early Health Checks and Lifelong Prevention for Happy, Healthy Companions.
BRISBANE, Australia, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- National Puppy Day, Monday 23 March celebrates the joy and unconditional love that puppies bring into our lives and highlights important animal welfare issues. This year, Budget Direct Pet Insurance encourages Australians to reflect on the commitment involved in pet ownership, particularly when welcoming a new furry family member.
Zeena Juskevics, from Budget Direct, said: "Bringing a new puppy home is an incredibly exciting time, filled with anticipation and joy.
"It's also a pivotal moment to establish foundational health habits that will benefit your pet throughout their life.
"From their first vet visit for essential vaccinations and parasite prevention, to creating a safe and stimulating home environment, these early steps are crucial for their long-term well-being."
Budget Direct Pet Insurance has useful tips to help new pet parents welcome a puppy into their lives:
- A safe and comfortable space: Providing appropriate bedding, food and water bowls, and enrichment toys to help them settle in.
- First vet visit: A crucial step for a comprehensive health check, establishing a vaccination schedule, and discussing essential parasite prevention programmes (including for fleas, worms, and ticks). Your vet can also advise on diet and early training.
- Ongoing preventative care: Beyond puppyhood, regular veterinary check-ups, consistent vaccination boosters, and year-round parasite prevention are vital for pets of all ages to prevent common illnesses and detect potential issues early.
"Proactive health management is key," adds Juskevics. "Regular veterinary consultations allow for early detection and treatment of potential health concerns, ensuring your dog enjoys the best possible quality of life. Maintaining prevention programmes for common ailments helps safeguard them against preventable diseases and parasites."
While proactive care can mitigate many health risks, unexpected illnesses or accidents can still occur and the cost of veterinary treatment can be substantial, placing a financial burden on dog owners.
"Protecting your dog extends to financial preparedness," says Juskevics. "Many pet insurance policies, including those from Budget Direct, offer cover for a range of eligible veterinary treatments for illnesses and accidents, helping to alleviate financial stress during worrying times."
Budget Direct Pet Insurance is dedicated to helping Australian pet owners provide the best care for their four-legged friends with a range of flexible policy options designed to suit different needs and budgets.
With a focus on customer value and peace of mind, Budget Direct Pet Insurance helps families manage the costs of veterinary care, enabling them to provide the best possible treatment for their beloved cats and dogs with reimbursements on eligible veterinary costs.*
Budget Direct Pet Insurance has won a raft of industry awards recognising outstanding value and customer satisfaction including:
- Pet Insurance Insurer of the Year in the Finder Awards 2026.
- Canstar Outstanding Value Awards:
- Pet Insurance 2024 and 2025.
- Pet Insurance Accident and Illness 2025.
- Pet Insurance with Routine Care 2024 and 2025.
Get a quote today for one of Budget Direct's award-winning pet insurance policies.
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Disclaimer
Budget Direct Pet Insurance is administered by Pet Health Insurance Services Pty Ltd ABN 59 638 910 675 as Authorised Representative 1282153 of Auto & General Insurance Company Limited (AGIC) ABN 42 111 586 353 AFSL 285571, Registered Office: 13/9 Sherwood Road, Toowong 4066 on behalf of the insurer AGIC and is promoted by Auto & General Services Pty Ltd (AGS) ABN 61 003 617 909 AFSL 241411.
This information contains general information only about our products and has not taken into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Please read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination available at budgetdirect.com.au and consider whether the product is appropriate to you before deciding to buy our product/s. Subject to meeting underwriting criteria.
Budget Direct Pet Insurance Encourages Responsible Animal Care, Emphasising Early Health Checks and Lifelong Prevention for Happy, Healthy Companions.
BRISBANE, Australia, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- National Puppy Day, Monday 23 March celebrates the joy and unconditional love that puppies bring into our lives and highlights important animal welfare issues. This year, Budget Direct Pet Insurance encourages Australians to reflect on the commitment involved in pet ownership, particularly when welcoming a new furry family member.
Zeena Juskevics, from Budget Direct, said: "Bringing a new puppy home is an incredibly exciting time, filled with anticipation and joy.
"It's also a pivotal moment to establish foundational health habits that will benefit your pet throughout their life.
"From their first vet visit for essential vaccinations and parasite prevention, to creating a safe and stimulating home environment, these early steps are crucial for their long-term well-being."
Budget Direct Pet Insurance has useful tips to help new pet parents welcome a puppy into their lives:
- A safe and comfortable space: Providing appropriate bedding, food and water bowls, and enrichment toys to help them settle in.
- First vet visit: A crucial step for a comprehensive health check, establishing a vaccination schedule, and discussing essential parasite prevention programmes (including for fleas, worms, and ticks). Your vet can also advise on diet and early training.
- Ongoing preventative care: Beyond puppyhood, regular veterinary check-ups, consistent vaccination boosters, and year-round parasite prevention are vital for pets of all ages to prevent common illnesses and detect potential issues early.
"Proactive health management is key," adds Juskevics. "Regular veterinary consultations allow for early detection and treatment of potential health concerns, ensuring your dog enjoys the best possible quality of life. Maintaining prevention programmes for common ailments helps safeguard them against preventable diseases and parasites."
While proactive care can mitigate many health risks, unexpected illnesses or accidents can still occur and the cost of veterinary treatment can be substantial, placing a financial burden on dog owners.
"Protecting your dog extends to financial preparedness," says Juskevics. "Many pet insurance policies, including those from Budget Direct, offer cover for a range of eligible veterinary treatments for illnesses and accidents, helping to alleviate financial stress during worrying times."
Budget Direct Pet Insurance is dedicated to helping Australian pet owners provide the best care for their four-legged friends with a range of flexible policy options designed to suit different needs and budgets.
With a focus on customer value and peace of mind, Budget Direct Pet Insurance helps families manage the costs of veterinary care, enabling them to provide the best possible treatment for their beloved cats and dogs with reimbursements on eligible veterinary costs.*
Budget Direct Pet Insurance has won a raft of industry awards recognising outstanding value and customer satisfaction including:
- Pet Insurance Insurer of the Year in the Finder Awards 2026.
- Canstar Outstanding Value Awards:
- Pet Insurance 2024 and 2025.
- Pet Insurance Accident and Illness 2025.
- Pet Insurance with Routine Care 2024 and 2025.
Get a quote today for one of Budget Direct's award-winning pet insurance policies.
ENDS
*See Product Disclosure Statement for more information for policy terms and conditions.
Link request: Please keep all links in this article to direct readers to the most accurate location for more information.
Disclaimer
Budget Direct Pet Insurance is administered by Pet Health Insurance Services Pty Ltd ABN 59 638 910 675 as Authorised Representative 1282153 of Auto & General Insurance Company Limited (AGIC) ABN 42 111 586 353 AFSL 285571, Registered Office: 13/9 Sherwood Road, Toowong 4066 on behalf of the insurer AGIC and is promoted by Auto & General Services Pty Ltd (AGS) ABN 61 003 617 909 AFSL 241411.
This information contains general information only about our products and has not taken into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Please read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination available at budgetdirect.com.au and consider whether the product is appropriate to you before deciding to buy our product/s. Subject to meeting underwriting criteria.
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Celebrate National Puppy Day: Budget Direct Pet Insurance Highlights the Joy of New Beginnings and Lifelong Pet Wellness
An innovative dual-layer design delivers cloud-like comfort and pressure relief at a fraction of the cost of a new mattress
NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bedsure, a trusted online bedding brand, today announced the launch of its 2-in-1 Mattress Topper, a thoughtfully engineered solution designed to upgrade sleep comfort without the need for a new mattress.
A Smarter Way to Refresh an Existing Mattress
For millions of renters, students, and budget-conscious households, replacing a worn-out mattress can feel like a daunting and costly investment. Bedsure's new topper offers a smarter path forward. The 2-in-1 Mattress Topper delivers a "like-new bed" experience at a fraction of the cost, redefining what restorative sleep upgrades look like.
Dual-Layer Comfort Designed for Pressure Relief
Designed with 5-inch dual-layer construction, the topper functions like a mini mattress, combining a plush 2-inch pillow top with a supportive 3-inch memory foam base. This integrated design provides both immediate softness and lasting pressure relief, addressing a key gap in a market often dominated by single-layer solutions.
To further personalize comfort, the memory foam layer offers two distinct sleep surfaces: a smooth side for fluffy softness and an egg-crate side for enhanced airflow and cloud-like cushioning. Topped with a breathable pillow top featuring a blended cover with viscose derived from bamboo, the topper delivers enhanced airflow along with skin-friendly softness, helping users achieve a more comfortable, restorative sleep.
Easy-Care Design for Everyday Comfort
Beyond comfort, Bedsure designed the topper for real-life convenience. A stay-in-place stability system keeps it securely positioned on the bed throughout the night, eliminating a common frustration with traditional toppers. Meanwhile, the removable, machine-washable pillow top ensures easy care and a more hygienic sleep environment.
The Ideal Mattress Pad for Renters and Homes
The 2-in-1 Mattress Topper is the ideal solution for a wide spectrum of sleepers: renters and students who need comfort without permanent investment; young professionals seeking pressure relief after long workdays; budget-conscious households whose mattress is still functional but no longer truly comfortable; and anyone furnishing a guest room, dorm, Airbnb, or temporary space who wants a fast, noticeable upgrade at a sensible price.
"Consumers aren't just looking for a mattress topper; they're looking for better sleep," said Eric Lin, Chief Marketing Officer at Bedsure. "With our 2-in-1 Mattress Topper, we're offering sleepers a genuinely better night's rest, at a price that makes sense for real life."
Key Features:
- 2-in-1 Dual-Layer Design (5" thickness): Combines a 2" plush pillow top with a 3" supportive memory foam base for an instant, complete comfort upgrade
- Customizable Dual Softness: Reversible memory foam offers two sleep experiences: fluffy softness or cloud-like cushioning
- Breathable Pillow Top blended cover with viscose derived from bamboo : Enhances airflow while delivering soft, skin-friendly comfort
- Stay-in-Place Stability System: Features high-elastic straps, four corner ties, and a 21" deep-pocket knit skirt to prevent shifting
- Easy Care & Washable: Removable pillow top is machine washable for a clean, hygienic sleep environment
The 2-in-1 Mattress Topper is available now on Bedsure.com and Amazon in five sizes starting at $119.99, ready to upgrade any bed—whether you need a twin mattress pad for a dorm, a queen size mattress pad for the guest room, or a king size mattress pad for the master bedroom.
To shop Bedsure's new arrivals, including the new 2-in-1 Mattress Topper, visit the Bedsure Amazon Store or TikTok Shop . Consumers can also explore the "Bedsure New Arrivals" campaign on TikTok Shop under the theme "New Season, Cooler Nights," running from May 14–20 (UTC+0). For more information, visit Bedsure's official website https://bedsurehome.com/. Stay in touch with Bedsure on social media at @bedsurehome.
About Bedsure
At Bedsure, Get Cozy is more than a slogan — it is at the core of everything we do. We believe coziness is not only a feeling you get from touch, but an experience that enhances the comfort and beauty of your home. Rooted in over 50 years of textile craftsmanship, Bedsure delivers trusted quality, thoughtful innovation, and long-lasting comfort that is easily affordable and accessible. Through products designed beyond expectations, we strive to make every home truly cozy.
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Bedsure Introduces New 2-in-1 Mattress Topper: A Smarter Alternative to Mattress Replacement
