About PetMed Helper
Our Mission
PetMed Helper provides free, science-based calculators and assessment tools to help pet owners make informed decisions during emergencies and monitor their pets' ongoing health. We believe every pet owner deserves access to reliable health guidance, especially when seconds count.
Why We Built This
Pet emergencies are stressful. When your dog eats chocolate or you're unsure about medication dosing, you need answers now. But Googling often returns conflicting information, and calling your vet isn't always immediate.
PetMed Helper bridges that gap with instant, veterinary-guideline-based assessments. Our calculators help you understand the severity of the situation and what actions to take next.
⚠️ Important: Not a Replacement for Veterinary Care
Our calculators provide guidance, not diagnoses. They're designed to help you assess situations and make informed decisions, but they cannot replace professional veterinary examination and treatment. Always consult your veterinarian for medical advice, and contact an emergency vet immediately in life-threatening situations.
Our Methodology
Science-Backed Calculations
All our calculators are based on:
- Published veterinary toxicology data
- Clinical veterinary medicine guidelines
- Peer-reviewed research studies
- Established veterinary dosing protocols
Conservative Risk Assessment
When in doubt, our calculators err on the side of caution. We'd rather have you contact your vet unnecessarily than delay care when it's truly needed. If you're looking for other helpful tools to stay organized and proactive about family wellness, check out GenogramCraft.
Continuous Updates
We regularly review and update our calculators as new veterinary research emerges. Our algorithms reflect current best practices in veterinary medicine.
What We Offer
Emergency Toxicity Assessments
- Chocolate Toxicity: Calculate theobromine levels for dogs and cats
- Onion & Garlic: Assess allium family toxicity risk
- More coming: Grapes, xylitol, and common household toxins
Medication Dosing
- Benadryl Dosing: Safe antihistamine dosing for allergic reactions
- Dosing Guidelines: Frequency, maximum doses, and safety warnings
Health Monitoring
- Body Condition Scoring: Assess your pet's weight and body composition
- Quality of Life Assessment: Compassionate tool for end-of-life care decisions
Privacy & Data
Your pet's health information is private. All calculations happen in your browser—we never see or store your data. Your calculation history is saved locally on your device only.
Read our full Privacy Policy to learn more.
Free Forever
PetMed Helper is completely free with no hidden costs:
- ✅ No registration required
- ✅ No paywalls or premium features
- ✅ No email collection
- ✅ No advertising
We believe pet health guidance should be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial situation.
Limitations
Our calculators cannot account for:
- Individual pet sensitivities and allergies
- Breed-specific health conditions
- Pre-existing medical conditions
- Medications your pet is currently taking
- Age-related risk factors (very young or elderly pets)
- Pregnancy or nursing status
Always provide this context to your veterinarian when seeking professional advice.
How to Use Our Calculators Effectively
- Input accurate information: Use your pet's actual weight and the correct amounts
- Read the full results: Don't just look at the risk level—read the guidance
- Consider individual factors: Think about your pet's specific health situation
- Share with your vet: Use the share button to send results to your veterinarian
- Track over time: Use the history feature to monitor changes
- Act on the guidance: Follow the recommended actions based on risk level
Emergency Resources
Keep these numbers handy:
- Your Primary Veterinarian: [Save their number in your phone]
- Nearest Emergency Vet: [Find one near you and save the number]
- ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 (fee may apply)
- Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661 (fee may apply)
Disclaimer
PetMed Helper provides educational information only. We are not veterinarians and do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All calculations are estimates based on general guidelines and may not apply to your specific pet. See our full Terms of Service for details.