Dog and cat care guide
Plain-language articles we wrote for pet owners in Egypt: infectious diseases, parasites, everyday care and emergencies. Each article explains the signs to watch for, what to do, when to see a vet, and how to protect your pet.
General information only. It does not replace an examination by a vet who knows your pet. In an emergency, go to the nearest clinic straight away.
Infectious diseases
Serious diseases that vaccines and quick action prevent.
Rabies
A plain guide to rabies — how it spreads, the signs in dogs and cats, why vaccination matters, and the immediate steps to take if an animal bites or scratches you.
Parvovirus in dogs
Parvo is one of the most serious illnesses of unvaccinated puppies. Learn the early signs, why a vet is needed straight away, and how to disinfect your home and protect other dogs.Parasites and skin
Fleas, ticks, lice and mange: how to spot, treat and prevent them.
Fleas
How to tell if your pet has fleas, why they come back after treatment, and a clear plan to clear them from both your pet and your home — with an important warning about dog products and cats.
Ticks
Ticks are more than a nuisance — they carry serious diseases in dogs. Learn how to remove them safely, which signs need a vet, and how to stop them settling in your home.
Lice
Lice are less common than fleas but cause irritating itch and can weaken puppies. Learn the signs, whether they spread to people, and how to clear both lice and their eggs.
Mange
Not all mange is the same. Learn the difference between contagious sarcoptic mange and demodectic mange, cat mange and ear mites — and why burnt engine oil or kerosene must never be used.Everyday care
Feeding, grooming, vaccines and microchips — and what to do before getting a pet.
Feeding basics
A simple guide to feeding dogs and cats by age, how many meals a day, how to switch foods without trouble, why cats' needs differ from dogs', and how to tell if your pet's weight is right.
Grooming and bathing
A practical guide to daily and weekly care — how often to brush and bathe, how to trim nails safely, how to clean ears and teeth, and why a full summer shave doesn't suit every breed.
Vaccination schedule
A guide to vaccines for puppies, kittens and adult pets — core and optional vaccines, why doses are repeated, deworming, and which reactions are normal or serious after a vaccine.
Microchips and registration
Everything you need to know about pet microchips — how they work, whether they hurt, why they don't track location, why the number must be linked to a trusted registry such as Pets4Pals, and their role in travel and reuniting lost pets.
Before adopting or buying
Questions to ask yourself, the seller or a rescue group before getting a pet, what to check in the animal when you meet it, warning signs of scam listings, and a plan for the first days at home.Safety and emergencies
Signs that can't wait, poisons, and summer heat.
When to see a vet
A clear list of signs that need a vet right now, those that need an appointment within a day, and those that can wait for a routine visit — plus how to check gums and breathing at home.
Toxic foods and poisons
A list of the most common foods, medicines, plants and household products that are dangerous to dogs and cats in Egyptian homes — chocolate, grapes, paracetamol, oleander, rat poison and more — and the right steps to take.
Heatstroke
Egyptian summers are hard on pets. Learn the signs of heatstroke, the right way to cool your pet on the way to the vet, which breeds are most at risk, and why cars and rooftops are so dangerous.One record for every pet
Register your pet on Pets4Pals so it has one medical file that member clinics fill in, that a vet opens with your permission, and that moves with the pet if ownership changes.