Animal care - Introduction

 
 
Looking after any animal is a huge commitment and takes time, money and patience. RSPCA Online offers expert pet care tips and advice - and a guide to help you plan ahead for your pet's health and happiness.

From RSPCA pet insurance and animal first aid, to microchipping and parasite prevention - you'll find information here.


Visit the FAQ section for answers to a variety of tricky problems - including what to do if your cat gets stuck up a tree, help on finding a lost pet, reporting animal cruelty and more.

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  Introduction
Looking after any animal is a huge commitment and takes time, money and patience.
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  Know your pet
RSPCA Online offers expert pet care tips and advice to help you know what your pet needs.
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  Wildlife advice
Advice on garden wildlife - from birds and hedgehogs to snakes and foxes.
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  Veterinary care and assistance
If you have specific queries relating to your pet's health, please seek the advice of a veterinary surgeon.
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  PetRetreat
The RSPCA's information, advice and pet fostering service for families fleeing domestic abuse.
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  Home for life
Are you worried about what will happen to your beloved pets after you pass away?
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  Emergency help
Contact the RSPCA for general advice or to report cruelty.
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  Got a question?
For topical advice and answers to the most frequently asked animal welfare questions visit the RSPCA Online advice centre.
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  Sign the Microchipping petition
Pupils at Thorpe House School in Norwich, Norfolk, are campaigning for microchipping of dogs to be made law.
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