PET CARE

As a pet owner, you will be aware of the responsibilities that come with caring for your pet. At the PFMA we have lots of advice ranging from creating the ideal pet home, how to correctly feed a pet and keep it healthy. Click on your pet type for lots of interesting articles.

Whatever type of pet you own, the food you feed your pet has the single greatest effect on the quality of their life.  That’s why at PFMA we want to help owners understand pet food so that you can be confident that what you’re putting in your pet’s feeding bowl is right for them.  Our Pet Food Information section is a definitive guide to pet food: what’s in it, how it’s made, how to understand the label, and the science and legislation behind it.

One in three UK pets is overweight and this has a negative effect on their health and happiness.  PFMA takes tackling obesity seriously because we know through diet and exercise owners can ensure their pet lives life to the full at the right weight.  Look at our Obesity section to find out if your pet is a healthy size and for advice on getting your pet to a healthy size and keeping them that way!

The UK’s pet population is diverse with the British public keeping cats, dogs, small furries, birds and fish as companions.  All of these animals have different needs and require tailored care so to find out how to feed and take care of your chosen pet click on our animal specific tabs.