Cats
Wet or dry food for your cat: how to choose, and how much to feed
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.
Choosing cat litter and a litter tray your cat will actually use
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.
Bringing home a kitten: what you need for the first weeks
A practical shopping list and first-weeks plan for a new kitten, from carrier and litter to vaccinations, the microchip law and neutering.
Dogs
How to choose a dry dog food and switch foods without an upset stomach
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.
Choosing a dog bed: size, type and materials
How to measure your dog, which bed shape suits how they sleep, and what to look for in fillings and covers, including beds for older dogs and puppies.
Bringing home a puppy: the first weeks and what you need
A practical checklist for a new puppy: what to have ready, the UK legal basics, vet care, feeding, toilet training and getting through the first nights.
