What is My First Pet?

My First Pet is a complete pet care companion app designed for first-time pet owners. It offers free breed guides, nutrition plans, emergency information, training tips, and behaviour guidance, with premium AI-powered tools for advanced pet care.

Is My First Pet free to use?

Yes, My First Pet is free forever with breed guides, pet tips, emergency info, FAQ, and myth-busting articles. A premium plan from £3.99/month unlocks the AI pet care guide, nutrition guide, behaviour decoder, training tips, seasonal advice, and the full kids zone.

What pets does My First Pet support?

My First Pet supports dogs, cats, fish, small mammals (like rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters), and birds — with species-specific nutrition guides, care tips, and toxic food warnings.

Does My First Pet include a toxic foods guide?

Yes. The nutrition guide includes species-specific toxic food lists with risk descriptions and emergency action steps for dogs, cats, small mammals, and birds.

Can I track my pet's daily care with My First Pet?

Yes. You can create pet profiles, track daily care tasks like feeding and walks, and receive smart email reminders to stay on top of your pet's routine.

What is My First Pet?

Master pet care with My First Pet, featuring 100+ knowledge articles, daily task reminders, and expert behaviour decoding to nurture your companion.

My First Pet

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Persian· cat

Persian: the calm lap companion

Quiet, affectionate, and iconic — Persians are peaceful cats whose coat and face need special care.

Temperament

Persians are serene, sweet, and happiest on a lap or a sunny window seat. They're not climbers or chaos-makers — they're observers.

Grooming — this is the big one

That long, luxurious coat mats within days without daily brushing.
A metal comb through to the skin, every day.
Monthly baths help many owners.

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My First Pet — Complete Pet Care Guide for First-Time Owners

My First Pet is the complete companion for first-time pet owners. Free breed guides, nutrition plans, emergency info, training tips, and behaviour guidance for dogs, cats, fish, small mammals & birds. Premium AI-powered pet care tools available.

Pet Care Guides

Dog & Cat Breed Guides — Detailed guides to help you choose the right breed for your lifestyle.
Fish Care Guide — Tank setup, cycling, feeding, maintenance & beginner fish species.
Rabbit Care Guide — Nutrition, behaviour, housing & emergency signs for rabbits.
Bird Care Guide — Cage setup, feeding, behaviour & beginner bird species.
Small Mammal Guide — Care for hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils & rats.
Common Aquarium Mistakes — The top mistakes new fish keepers make and how to fix them.
Water Testing Explained — Understand ammonia, nitrite, nitrate & pH for a healthy aquarium.
Fish Keeper Quiz — Test your fishkeeping knowledge.

Nutrition & Safety

Safe & Toxic Foods — Can your pet eat this? Searchable guide of safe, caution & toxic foods for every species.
Pet Costs Breakdown — How much does a pet really cost? Year-1 totals for every species.
Emergency & First Aid — Poisonous foods & household items, first aid steps & when to call a vet.
Pet Myths vs Facts — Common pet myths debunked with the real science.

Getting Started

Free New Pet Checklist — Everything you need before bringing your new pet home.
Pet Tips & Fun Facts — Daily tips and fun facts for pet owners.
Knowledge Base — In-depth articles on nutrition, training, grooming, behaviour & vet visits.
Frequently Asked Questions — Common questions from first-time pet owners.
Find a Vet — Locate veterinary clinics near you.

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