Practical buying and care guides for cats, dogs, small pets and birds, plus more than 10,000 products from UK pet shops so you can compare before you buy.

Wet and dry food can both make a healthy diet. Here is how they differ on water and calories, how to read the label, and how much to put in the bowl each day.

Budgies need company, room to fly and more than a bowl of seed. Here is how to set up the cage, feed a balanced diet and keep them safe at home.

What to look for on a dry dog food label, how much to feed, and a simple day-by-day plan for changing foods without upsetting your dog's stomach.

Rabbits need far more room than a hutch. Here is the minimum space for a pair, how to build a secure setup indoors or out, and which bedding to use.

A plain guide to flea, tick and worm control for UK cats and dogs: how often to treat, which products need a prescription, and when to call the vet.

Most cats want a fine, unscented litter in a big, clean, open tray somewhere quiet. Here is how to choose the litter and tray, and how to keep both clean.







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We are an independent website for people who share their home with cats, dogs, small pets and birds. Our guides explain what to look for before you buy: how much to feed, which size bed or cage to pick, how to switch foods, and when a problem needs a vet rather than a product.
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