Frequently Asked Questions

It is often hard to find an answer to some of the every-day questions about pet ownership – and sometimes you may not know who to ask. Below are some of the most 'Frequently Asked Questions', which the Pet Health Council has put together in order to help point you in the right direction:

Choosing a pet

• How do I pick the right breed for my family?

• Where can I get advice on choosing the right pet if I suffer from allergies?

• When choosing a pet, how do I find out whether it is going to suit my lifestyle?

• Where can I find information about getting a pet from a rescue home or adopting a pet?

Keeping your pets healthy

• Why do I need to have my pet vaccinated?

• Where can I get advice on when and how often I need to worm my dog?

• Where can I find information about pet nutrition?

• Where can I find information about my local vet?

• How can I tell if my pet is pregnant?

• How can I find information about giving oral medicine to my pet correctly?

• How can I treat my pet that suffers from car sickness/car aversion?

• How can I be sure our pet is happy?

• Where can I find information about pets and human health?

Training your pet

• Where can I learn about pet behaviour?

• Where can I find information about training my dog?

• How do I calm my pet’s fear of visiting the vet?

Caring for your pet when you are abroad

• Where can I find information about taking my pet abroad?

• Is there any advice available to me for selecting the right kennel/cattery?

Insuring your pet

• Why is pet insurance so important?

• Where can I find information about insuring my pet?

Being a responsible pet owner

• What can I do to encourage responsible pet ownership?