Get ready to start the year right for your pet!
Our “New Year Pet Care Checklist Template” is the perfect companion for any pet owner who wants to give their furry (or feathery, or scaly) friend the best care in the year ahead.
What you’re getting:
- A beautifully structured checklist covering all the key areas of pet care: health & wellness, grooming & hygiene, nutrition & feeding, exercise & play, safety & comfort, travel & boarding prep, training & enrichment, plus space for your own notes & goals.
- Designed to be printed or used digitally – flexible for your workflow.
- Easy to fill in, track, and revisit throughout the year so you don’t miss any important tasks.
Who it’s for:
- Pet owners of any kind—dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, or small mammals.
- Busy people who want a simple yet thorough way to stay organized.
- Anyone looking to set clear goals and intentions for their pet’s care in the upcoming year.
- Ideal as a gift for a friend or family member with a pet.
Why it matters:
A new year brings fresh habits, new goals, and sometimes overlooked routine tasks. This checklist helps you stay on top of the essentials—preventive vet visits, proper nutrition, grooming, enrichment, safety checks—all in one place. When you plan, you reduce stress, avoid forgotten appointments, and help your pet live a healthier, happier life.
How it works:
- Download the file (PNG, PDF, or editable format—whatever you prefer).
- Print it out or use it on your tablet/computer.
- At the start of the year, go through each section and tick off the items you’ve already handled.
- Fill in any blank spaces or goals you’d like to add for your specific pet (for example: “introduce new toy every quarter” or “join weekly training class”).
- Keep the checklist somewhere visible (your pet area, fridge, or digital folder) and revisit it periodically – cross off items as you go and update as needed.
Bonus tips for getting the most from it:
- Set calendar reminders for your vet visits and parasite prevention.
- Use the “Training & Enrichment” section to pick one new activity/month to keep things fun.
- At the end of each quarter, review the “New Year Pet Goals” section and adjust if needed.
- If you travel or board your pet, use the “Travel & Boarding Prep” section to make a go-kit ready ahead of time.
Ready to help your pet thrive all year long?
Click the download button below and get started today. The easiest way to make this your best year yet—for both you and your pet.
