The PET-ABC care library
Pet Care Advice
Clear, practical guides to keeping dogs, cats and small pets safe and healthy — from first aid in an emergency to everyday care, written for pet owners and checked against veterinary sources.
▶ VideoEmergencies & first aid
Choking dog: back blows, the Heimlich manoeuvre and what to do first
How to tell coughing from choking, the order of first-aid steps now recommended by veterinary emergency specialists, and when to start CPR.
3 min read
Emergencies & first aid
What to do in the first critical minutes — choking, CPR, heatstroke, poisoning and bleeding.
▶ VideoEmergencies & first aid
Heatstroke in dogs: spot it early and cool them correctly
Heatstroke can kill within an hour. Learn the warning signs, the right way to cool a dog (and when to stop), and why most cases don't happen in hot cars.
2 min read
▶ VideoEmergencies & first aid
Processionary caterpillars and viper bites: Mediterranean dangers for dogs
Pine processionary caterpillars and vipers cause real emergencies across Greece and southern Europe every year. Here's how to recognise them, what to do in the first minutes, and why speed matters.
3 min read
▶ VideoEmergencies & first aid
Bleeding and bandaging: first aid for cuts and wounds
How to stop bleeding with direct pressure, when a tourniquet is appropriate, how to put on a temporary paw bandage, and the signs of internal bleeding.
2 min read
Everyday care
Feeding, grooming, dental care and the routines that keep pets healthy.
▶ VideoEveryday care
Caring for senior dogs and cats
When pets become 'senior', the changes to watch for, and simple adjustments at home that keep older pets comfortable and happy.
2 min read
▶ VideoEveryday care
Dental care for dogs: how to brush your dog's teeth
Most dogs show signs of dental disease by middle age. Here's how to train your dog to accept brushing, what to use, and the signs that need a vet.
2 min read
▶ VideoEveryday care
Feeding your dog: nutrition basics
Complete versus complementary food, how much to feed, switching foods safely, treats, and what to know about raw and home-made diets.
2 min read
Puppies & kittens
Getting a new arrival off to the best start.
▶ VideoPuppies & kittens
Bringing home a new puppy: the first weeks
Puppy-proofing, feeding schedules, vaccinations and the all-important socialisation window — everything to get your new dog off to a great start.
2 min read
▶ VideoPuppies & kittens
Your new kitten: settling in, vaccinations and first vet visits
How to set up a safe room, what to buy, when kittens can go outside, and the vaccination timeline.
2 min read
Health & prevention
Vaccinations, parasites and spotting problems early.
▶ VideoHealth & prevention
Build a pet first-aid kit (and know how to use it)
A checklist of what to keep at home and in the car, the numbers to save in your phone, and the Dr ABC routine for any emergency.
2 min read
▶ VideoHealth & prevention
Fleas, ticks and leishmaniosis: parasite protection in the Mediterranean
Why sand flies are the biggest parasite threat to dogs in Greece, how to protect against them, how to remove a tick properly — and the dog flea product that can kill a cat.
2 min read
▶ VideoHealth & prevention
How to check your pet's vital signs
Normal heart rate, breathing rate, temperature and gum colour for dogs and cats — and how to measure them, so you can spot when something is wrong.
2 min read
Travel & lifestyle
Travelling, adopting and living well with your pet.
▶ VideoTravel & lifestyle
Adopting a rescue dog or cat: the first weeks at home
How to choose a good rescue, prepare your home, and help a rescue animal settle — plus health checks that matter for Mediterranean rescues.
2 min read
▶ VideoTravel & lifestyle
Fireworks and noise fear: keeping pets calm
New Year and Easter fireworks frighten many dogs and cats. How to prepare, what to do on the night, and long-term help for noise phobia.
2 min read
▶ VideoTravel & lifestyle
Travelling with pets in Europe: passports, rabies and the rules
What your dog or cat needs to travel between EU countries, the rabies 21-day rule, extra requirements for some destinations, and bringing pets in from outside the EU.
2 min read
Rabbits & small pets
Care guides for rabbits and other small companions.
