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The Pet Notebook

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Pet tools

Two quick tools for everyday pet parents. They are estimates for education only, so always check with your veterinarian.

Pet age calculator

Estimate your pet's age in human years.

This uses a common estimate: about 15 human years for the first year, 9 more for the second, then 4 to 6 per year depending on species and size. Real aging varies by breed and health.

Safe or not? Food checker

Pick a food to see a quick general guide.

This list is not complete and every pet is different. If your pet eats something unsafe, call your vet, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661. Fees may apply.