Happy pets start with a simple plan.
Friendly guides, free calculators and printable planners that keep vet visits, food, costs and care organized, so you can get back to the fun part.
What's on your mind?
Getting a puppy?
Checklist, first week plan and what to buy.
What will it cost?
Real yearly costs for dogs and cats.
How much to feed?
Daily calories and cups for your pet.
Going away?
Everything your pet sitter needs to know.
How old is your dog in human years?
Drag the slider. Bigger dogs age faster after age two, so pick a size too. Want the full chart and life stages? The dog age calculator has it all.
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New puppy checklist: everything you need before day one
Bringing home a puppy is exciting and a little chaotic. This checklist covers what to buy, what to set up and what to do in the first week.
Read the guide →How much does a puppy cost the first year?
The first year with a puppy costs more than any year after it. Here's where the money goes and how to plan for it.
Read the guide →How much does it cost to own a dog?
A dog is a big commitment of time and money. Here's what a dog costs each year and over a lifetime, based on 2026 survey data.
Read the guide →How much should I feed my dog?
The right amount depends on your dog's weight, age, activity and food. Here's a simple way to find a starting point and adjust.
Read the guide →Dog years to human years: the real chart
The "times seven" rule is a myth. Dogs grow up fast, and big dogs age faster than small ones.
Read the guide →Pet sitter checklist: what to leave before you travel
Clear instructions help your pet feel safe and your sitter feel confident. Here's everything to write down.
Read the guide →Printables that make pet life easier
Instant downloads. Print at home, fill in, stick on the fridge.
The Complete Pet Bundle
Every Paw Plan printable in one download: care planner, puppy kit, health record, sitter sheet and expense tracker.
Pet Care Planner
18 printable pages · dogs & cats
New Puppy Starter Kit
Checklists, potty & training logs
Pet Health Record
Vaccines, meds, vet visits
Pet Sitter Instructions
Everything your sitter needs
Pet Expense Tracker
Excel + Google SheetsPet calculators
Quick answers, no sign-up, nothing saved.
Dog age calculator
Convert your dog's age to human years, adjusted for size.
Try it free →Cat age calculator
Convert your cat's age to human years and see its life stage.
Try it free →Pet food calculator
Estimate daily calories and cups of food for your dog or cat.
Try it free →Pet cost calculator
See the monthly, first-year and lifetime cost of a dog or cat.
Try it free →One easy pet-care tip a week.
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