Take a test with The Pet Know-How

Owning a Pet is a big commitment and it is important that, before purchase, all new owners carry out basic research about a new pet so that they understand the responsibility they are taking on.

Pet Know-How is a series of interactive tests based around the Pet Charity care leaflets and an interactive presentation about looking after your chosen pet. 

Once you have successfully completed a test then you will receive a personalized certificate to download and keep.  You can use this to demonstrate to sellers that you have a basic understanding about the care and responsibility of owning your new pet.

trusted information

Based around sources of trusted information the Pet Know-How tests let you learn about how to care for a pet 

sellers responsability

Commercial sellers of animals have a legal responsibility to verify that buyers have sufficient knowledge to care for an animal. the Pet Know-How certificate allows you to demonstrate this knowledge

Demostrating your committment

By taking a Pet Know-How test you demonstrate to a seller that you take your responsibilities seriously and are willing to take time to find out the correct pet care information

Your certificate

Your Pet Know-How certificate allows you to demonstrate that you have a basic level of care knowledge and allows the seller to meet their legal obligation of verifying your knowledge

Pet Know How is a joint initiative between The Pet Charity, The British Small Animal Veterinary Association, The British Veterinary Zoological Society and the Companion Animal Sector Council.

Pet Know-How is a joint initiative between The Pet Charity, The British Small Animal Veterinary Association, The British Veterinary Zoological Society and the Companion Animal Sector Council.