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Pet Profile
Complete information about your pet.
| Date of birth | March 12, 2021 |
| Microchip # | 985141006842432 |
| EU passport # | US123456789 |
| Vet clinic | Greenfield Animal Hospital |
| Emergency vet | BluePearl 24hr · (555) 890-0000 |
| Insurance | Trupanion · 90% |
| Ideal weight | 65–75 lbs |
| Allergies | Chicken (food) |
| Chronic conditions | None |
| Permanent treatments | Fish oil daily |
Schedule with your vet immediately.
Regular tracking helps detect early health issues.
Daily Logs help spot patterns over time.
Vaccines
Keep track of every vaccine and never miss a due date.
Medications
Keep on top of preventive treatments, prescriptions, and daily supplements.
Symptom Tracker
Track what you're seeing so you can spot patterns and come prepared to every vet visit.
Low appetite logged June 12, 13, and 14. Consider calling your vet if it continues.
Daily Log
A quick daily check-in helps you spot patterns before they become problems.
Vet Visits
A full record of every vet visit, all in one place.
Documents
Buddy's complete medical record · all in one place.
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Photo Gallery
Photos tell a story words can't. Track changes in Buddy's skin, coat, or healing wounds over time.
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Cost Tracker
All pet expenses · see exactly what you spend and what insurance covers.
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Calculators
Know what you'll owe before the bill even arrives.
Plug in your vet bill to see exactly what you'll pay out of pocket.
Get a realistic sense of what Buddy will cost each year.
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Emergency Guide
Quick reference for the most common urgent situations · know when to wait, when to call, when to rush.
Find a 24hr emergency vet near you: AAHA Hospital Finder
Vaccine Guide
What every pet owner should know about vaccines.
Core vaccines for dogs
| Vaccine | What it prevents | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Rabies | Fatal viral disease · transmissible to humans | First dose at 12–16 weeks, then every 1 or 3 years (varies by state) |
| DHPP | Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus | Puppy series at 6–8, 10–12, 14–16 weeks, then every 3 years |
| Bordetella | Kennel cough | Every 6–12 months · required by most boarding facilities |
| Leptospirosis | Bacterial disease from contaminated water | Initial dose + booster 3–4 weeks later, then annually |
| Lyme disease | Tick-borne illness | 2-dose series, then annually in tick-heavy regions |
Core vaccines for cats
| Vaccine | What it prevents | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Rabies | Fatal · legally required in most states | First dose at 12–16 weeks, then every 1 or 3 years |
| FVRCP | Feline herpesvirus, calicivirus, panleukopenia | Kitten series starting at 6–8 weeks, booster every 3 years |
| FeLV | Feline leukemia virus · fatal | 2-dose series, then annually for outdoor cats |
Good to Know
Vaccine reactions · what's normal?
Mild soreness at injection site, low energy for 24 hours, slight fever · all normal. Call your vet immediately for facial swelling, difficulty breathing, or persistent vomiting · these are signs of allergic reaction.
My pet is overdue · what now?
Don't panic. Call your vet. Most vaccines can be restarted without repeating the full series. Your vet will advise the right catch-up schedule based on your pet's age and health status.
Medication Guide
Understanding preventive treatments · the most cost-effective thing you can do for your pet.
Heartworm prevention · critical year-round
What is heartworm?
Heartworm disease is caused by parasitic worms transmitted by mosquito bites. Worms live in the heart and lungs, causing heart failure. Dogs AND cats are at risk · even strictly indoor cats can get bitten by a mosquito indoors.
| Product | Form | Also covers |
|---|---|---|
| Heartgard Plus | Monthly chewable | Roundworms, hookworms |
| Interceptor Plus | Monthly chewable | Roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, tapeworms |
| Simparica Trio | Monthly chewable | Fleas, ticks, roundworms, hookworms |
| Revolution (cats) | Monthly topical | Fleas, ear mites, roundworms |
Flea & tick prevention
Why it matters
Ticks can transmit Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and other serious illnesses. Fleas cause intense itching, tapeworm infections, and flea allergy dermatitis. Year-round prevention is recommended in most US regions.
| Product | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NexGard | Oral chewable (dogs) | Monthly |
| Bravecto | Oral or topical | Every 3 months |
| Frontline Plus | Topical | Monthly |
| Seresto collar | Collar | Up to 8 months |
Vet Visit Guide
Get the most out of every vet visit.
How often should you go?
| Life stage | Frequency | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Puppy / kitten (0–1 yr) | Every 3–4 weeks | Vaccine series, parasite screening, nutrition guidance |
| Young adult (1–6 yrs) | Once a year | Annual wellness, preventive bloodwork, dental check |
| Senior (7+ yrs) | Every 6 months | More frequent monitoring for age-related conditions |
Questions to Ask at Every Annual Exam
Ask your vet:
Is my pet at a healthy weight? Are any bloodwork values trending in the wrong direction? What preventive care do you recommend for their age and breed? Should I schedule a dental cleaning? Are there any breed-specific conditions to watch for?
Insurance Guide
How to pick a plan that actually pays off when you need it.
How pet insurance works
How It Works
You pay the vet bill upfront. You then submit a claim. Your insurer reimburses you according to your policy · typically within 5–14 business days. Most plans cover accidents and illnesses but not pre-existing conditions or routine wellness care unless you add a wellness rider.
Key terms
Premium: Your monthly payment to maintain coverage.
Deductible: What you pay per year before insurance kicks in ($100–$500).
Reimbursement rate: % the insurer pays after your deductible (70%, 80%, 90%).
Annual limit: Maximum payout per year · unlimited is better.
What to look for
| Factor | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Reimbursement rate | 90% is ideal · 70% means you still pay a lot on big bills |
| Annual limits | Unlimited is best · avoid low per-incident caps |
| Deductible type | Annual deductible is better than per-condition deductible |
| Waiting period | Most plans have a 14-day wait for illness |
| Hereditary conditions | Ensure breed-specific issues are covered |
Cost Guide
What pet ownership actually costs. No sugarcoating.
Average annual costs
| Category | Small dog | Large dog | Indoor cat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vet care | $300–400 | $350–500 | $250–350 |
| Preventive meds | $150–250 | $200–350 | $100–200 |
| Food | $300–500 | $500–900 | $250–400 |
| Grooming | $100–300 | $200–500 | $0–100 |
| Pet insurance | $300–500 | $500–900 | $150–350 |
| Estimated total | $1,150–1,950 | $1,750–3,150 | $750–1,400 |
Expenses That Catch People Off Guard
Dental cleanings
Professional dental cleaning under anesthesia costs $500–1,000 and is typically needed every 1–3 years. Most pet insurance does not cover routine dental · budget separately.
Emergency visits
Emergency hospitals charge $150–300 just to walk in, before any treatment. A typical emergency hospitalization runs $2,000–5,000. This is the #1 reason pet owners face financial difficulty.
Senior care (7+ years)
Seniors typically need bloodwork every 6 months ($150–300), may develop chronic conditions requiring ongoing medication ($50–200/month), and are more prone to diabetes, arthritis, or cancer.
💾 Backup & Restore
Keep your data safe. Kinselo runs locally, so your data lives on your device.
Save my data
Downloads a .json file containing all your pets' records: profiles, vaccines, medications, vet visits, costs and more. Store it in your cloud drive, email it to yourself, or save it on an external drive.
Restore my data
Load a previously saved .json backup file. This will replace the current data, so make sure to save first if needed.
Pre-update backup
Before installing a new version of Kinselo, always save a timestamped backup. This lets you roll back safely if anything goes wrong during the update.
- Back up every 2–3 months, or after each vet visit
- Store your backup in Google Drive, iCloud or Dropbox
- Keep at least 2 backup files (current + previous)
- Always save a pre-update backup before installing a new version