Is there a way to put my pet right under my name in the party list, just so I can keep an eye on his health a little better?

Why does my pet insist on dying to ancient flare on last boss in CT? Even pressing heel alone, he turns around and goes back in. I have seen this happen to a lot of ppl. I ended up pressing heel, then stay to keep him with me, is there a more simple way? I guess should I just place it?

I have been using obey lately instead of sic for more control of contagion basically. Is there a way to make my pet default to obey? Currently, I seem to have to target the enemy, let the tank pull, then press obey. Kinda annoying, not a big deal, but would much rather not have to do that every fight.

Im sure I have more questions, but this is all that comes to mind right now.