Health Tracking Overview

Petfolio's health tracking features help you stay on top of your pet's wellness. This overview explains what's available and how to make the most of each feature.

The Health Page

Your pet's Health page is the central hub for all health-related tracking. To access it:

1. Go to your pet's profile
2. Click Health in the navigation
3. View all health features in one place

Available Health Features

Weight Tracking

Monitor your pet's weight over time:

• Add weight records with dates
• View trends on an interactive chart
• Set goals if your vet recommends a target weight
• Share with your vet during appointments

Weight changes can indicate health issues, so regular tracking is valuable.

Learn more about Weight Tracking

Medications

Keep track of what your pet takes and when:

• Add medications with dosages and schedules
• Log doses when medications are given
• Set reminders so you never miss a dose
• View history of all logged doses

Perfect for daily medications, supplements, and temporary treatments.

Learn more about Managing Medications

Vet Appointments

Never miss a check-up:

• Schedule appointments in advance
• Get reminders before visits
• Mark complete and add notes after
• View visit history over time

Keeps all your vet interactions organized.

Learn more about Vet Appointments

Vaccinations

Stay up to date on immunizations:

• Record vaccinations as they're given
• Set due dates for boosters
• Get reminders when boosters are needed
• Share proof with boarding facilities

Essential for keeping your pet protected.

Learn more about Vaccination Records

Documents

Store important health records:

• Upload files (PDFs, images)
• Organize by category
• Access anywhere from any device
• Share with sitters or vets

All your documents in one searchable place.

Learn more about Uploading Documents

Quick Stats

The Health page shows quick stats at a glance:

• Current weight - Most recent recording
• Upcoming - Next appointment or due medication
• Overdue - Anything needing attention

These help you see your pet's status immediately.

Getting Started

If you're new to health tracking, we recommend:

1. Add your vet's information in your pet's profile
2. Enter current weight to start tracking
3. Add any medications your pet takes
4. Record vaccinations from existing records
5. Upload documents you have on hand

You don't have to do everything at once. Start with what's most relevant.

Keeping Records Current

Good record-keeping habits:

• Update after vet visits - Add weight, notes, and any new info
• Log medications promptly - Track doses as you give them
• Check due dates - Review monthly for upcoming needs
• Upload new documents - Add records soon after receiving them

Using Health Data

Your health records are useful for:

• Vet visits - Show weight history and medication list
• Emergencies - Access critical info quickly via emergency card
• Pet sitters - Share medication schedules and vet contact
• Insurance claims - Document treatments and visits
• Travel - Prove vaccination status

Notifications

Stay on top of your pet's health with reminders:

1. Go to Profile > Notifications
2. Enable Health Reminders
3. Receive alerts for:
   • Medication times
   • Upcoming appointments
   • Vaccination due dates

Customize timing to fit your schedule.

Sharing Health Information

When you create a share link, you can include health data:

• For pet sitters - Medication schedules and dosages
• For family - Full health overview
• For boarding - Vaccination records

Toggle what to include when creating your share link.

Health Tracking Tips

• Be consistent - Regular entries are more valuable than sporadic updates
• Add context - Notes explain why weight changed or what the vet said
• Review regularly - Monthly check-ins keep data current
• Involve your vet - Share Petfolio data during appointments

Related Guides

• Tracking Weight - Detailed weight tracking guide
• Managing Medications - Medication tracking guide
• Vet Appointments - Appointment scheduling guide
• Vaccination Records - Vaccination tracking guide
• Uploading Documents - Document storage guide

Need Help?

If you have questions about health tracking, contact support@petfolio.io. For medical advice about your pet, consult your veterinarian.