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Pet Care Hub

Everything you need to help them live happier & healthier.

Clear everyday guidance for Sri Lankan pet parents, built for tropical weather, busy homes and the questions that come up between vet visits.

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What are you worried about?

Choose a concern to see useful reading. This helps you explore, it does not diagnose your pet.

When should I call a vet?

Breathing trouble, collapse, seizures, severe pain, toxin exposure, uncontrolled bleeding or rapidly worsening symptoms need urgent professional care.

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Guides for real everyday questions

15 guides

Pet owner gently checking a dog's coat for ticks
Health & Wellness6 min

Ticks and fleas in Sri Lanka: a practical prevention routine

A weekly home-and-pet routine for year-round parasite pressure, especially after rain.

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Dog receiving gentle skin and coat care
Health & Wellness5 min

Why is my pet scratching? Safe first steps

How to observe itching without guessing the cause, plus clear signs it is time for a vet.

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Happy dog being bathed and groomed
Grooming & Hygiene5 min

How often should I bathe my dog in Sri Lanka?

Balance sweat, humidity and outdoor dirt without stripping the coat's natural oils.

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Cat calmly eating from its bowl at home
Grooming & Hygiene4 min

Cat grooming without a stressful water bath

Low-stress ways to keep a cat's coat fresh when a traditional bath is not welcome.

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Dog being offered a balanced meal
Food & Nutrition6 min

Can my pet eat this? Everyday foods to avoid

A quick guide to safer treats and common human foods that can harm dogs or cats.

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Young cat in a clean and calm home environment
Puppy & Kitten7 min

Your puppy or kitten's first month at home

A calm first-month framework for food, safety, socialisation and veterinary care.

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Dog receiving a calm veterinary health check
Health & Wellness6 min

Vaccination, deworming and rabies awareness

What responsible Sri Lankan pet owners should plan with their veterinarian.

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Dog drinking fresh water on a warm day
Health & Wellness5 min

Hot-weather comfort and hydration

Help pets stay cool and hydrated through Sri Lanka's hottest, most humid days.

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Child gently grooming a cat with a dog nearby
Grooming & Hygiene5 min

A weekly ear, paw, eye and dental check

A gentle five-minute routine that helps you notice changes early.

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Long-haired dog prepared for careful grooming
Grooming & Hygiene5 min

Shedding, tangles and matting: a coat-care plan

Match brushing to coat type and prevent humid weather from turning tangles into painful mats.

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Clean pet-friendly home shared with a dog
Home & Environment5 min

Monsoon home and kennel hygiene

Keep bedding, kennels and shared pet spaces cleaner through wet, humid weather.

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Two dogs socialising through supervised play
Behaviour & Training6 min

Kind training basics for everyday life

Use consistency, rewards and short sessions to teach useful household skills.

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Pet carer calmly introducing several companion animals
Behaviour & Training6 min

Introducing a new pet to your home

Slow, supervised introductions that protect comfort and safety for every animal.

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Dog and cat enjoying a safe outdoor space together
Home & Environment6 min

Indoor and outdoor pet safety in Sri Lanka

Plan for traffic, heat, parasites, wildlife and contact with unfamiliar animals.

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Two dogs exercising outdoors with their toys
Home & Environment5 min

Travelling safely with your pet

Prepare transport, water, identification and rest stops before a Sri Lankan road trip.

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Sri Lanka pet care

Care that fits life in the tropics

Heat & humidity

Keep water and shade available; move exercise to cooler hours.

Year-round parasites

Check after outdoor time and keep prevention records current.

Monsoon hygiene

Rotate dry bedding and improve airflow around resting areas.

Rabies awareness

Keep vaccination current and seek prompt advice after a bite.

Outdoor cleanliness

Remove waste, standing water and damp organic material.

Local feeding habits

Rice can be part of a meal, but not a complete diet by itself.

Seasonal care

This month's care checklist

A small routine designed for tropical heat, humidity and sudden rain.

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Quick interactive tools

Pet Age Calculator

A broad life-stage comparison, not a health assessment.

Approximate human-age equivalent

24 years

Breed and species vary considerably; use life stage and veterinary advice for care decisions.

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