Unlike dogs who love to go for a ride in the car, most cats do not enjoy car travel and would far rather stay at home in their own environment. It doesn’t help that many cats associate a ride in the car with unpleasant activities such as going to the vet, the grooming salon or being left at the boarding cattery whilst you go on holiday. Here are a few tips to help make car …
Sphynx Cat: Breed Information and Personality
With their hairless wrinkled body, pixie-like face, over-sized ears and pot belly, the Sphynx breed is often referred to as 'alien-like'. This unmistakable appearance is paired with a curious, outgoing and loving personality which makes them the perfect family pet. Sphynx Cat Personality The Sphynx is a friendly, extroverted cat who is often compared with a monkey …
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Creating a Feline First Aid Kit
An important aspect of caring for your cat is being prepared for an accident or emergency. You probably have an emergency first aid kit at home or in your car, so make sure that you also have one readily available for your cat or dog too. Having an emergency first aid kit can help you provide your cat with essential first aid before you get to the vet for treatment, and can …
Cat Speak 101 – Understanding What Your Cat is Saying
Cats have a complex and varied range of sounds which they communicate with, although most of this chatting is reserved for their owners and they rarely ‘talk’ to other cats. Oriental breeds such as Siamese are usually more talkative than other cats, although any cat can become a chatter-box. Here’s a quick guide to some of the most common sounds a cat makes: Meow – The …
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10 Tips to Encourage Your Cat to Drink More Water
Ensuring that your cat remains hydrated, especially during the hot summer months is essential to your cat’s overall health and wellbeing. It can be difficult though, to get your cat to drink as much water as they should. Why is water so important? Clean, fresh drinking water is essential for your cat’s urinary health. Adequate hydration aids digestion and helps to …
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Why Do Cats Knead?
Have you ever wondered why cats knead, or what you can do to make it less uncomfortable when they're kneading your lap? What is kneading? Kneading is a natural instinct for cats – it’s when they rhythmically alternate their paws, pushing one and then the other against a soft object such as your lap. All cats knead slightly differently, some don’t retract their claws at …
How to Find Your Missing Cat
As a pet parent, it can be scary when your cat goes missing. The best approach to finding your cat is to stay calm and develop a detailed search plan based on your lost cat’s personality and behaviour. In many cases, lost and missing cats are found. Indoor Cats Firstly, double-check inside your house. Cats like to hide and are known to climb into very high or very small …
Maine Coon Cat: Breed Information and Personality
The Maine Coon is one of the largest breeds of domestic cat, with a strong and rugged appearance, long or medium length fur, tufted ears and a long flowing tail. They are most commonly seen as a classic or mackerel tabby, but they are also available in a multitude of different patterns and colour combinations. History The origins of the Maine Coon are shrouded in myth and …
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How to Survive Bathing Your Cat
Cats generally groom themselves but there may be times when you will need to give your cat a bath, such as when your mischievous kitten gets himself into a sticky or smelly situation or to treat a skin condition or flea problem. Some breeds such as the Sphynx or Selkirk Rex are also naturally prone to an oily skin so may require regular bathing to ensure their skin …
How to Kitten Proof Your Home
Before you bring your new kitten home it’s wise to check your house for potential hazards – in much the same way that parents take precautions around the home to protect a toddler learning to crawl. The first step to kitten proofing your home is to look at things from your kitten’s point of view. Your kitten will be attracted to things that look like they are fun to play …
