Getting a new pet is an exciting time. It’s no myth that dogs and cats age around seven years to each one of ours, so regular health checks are vital to help us protecttheir health and enable early intervention if required.

You can help give them the best chance for a long and healthy life – and minimise unforseen medical expenses – by following a few basic steps. We’ve created the checklists below to help you care for your pet and plan things like health and dental checks, vaccinations, desexing and flea control.