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Don’t let the Ocicat’s wild appearance fool you. Beneath that bold, spotted coat and athletic build is a social butterfly of a cat – affectionate, playful, and happiest when they’re part of the action with their people. The Ocicat was deliberately bred to look exotic, not be exotic. There’s no wild DNA here – just clever breeding between Siamese, …
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Before we switched our cats to a raw food diet, one of the first things we wanted to know was: is it safe to feed cats raw meat? We weren’t only concerned about whether raw food was safe for our cats’ health, but also about handling it safely ourselves. After years of feeding raw, here’s what we learned about the potential risks, and safety precautions you need to …
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Known as the 'Peter Pan' of cat breeds, American Curl cats retain their playful, frolicking, kitten like qualities throughout their life, making them the perfect pet for an owner looking for a fun loving, sweet, and personable companion. The American Curl is easily recognised due to a pair of cutely curled back ears that lend it a permanent, slightly surprised …
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If you’ve ever petted a rabbit then you will notice a distinct similarity when you stroke the fur of a Ragamuffin cat. Medium to long luxurious fur that is thick and plush, and comes in a variety of colors makes the Ragamuffin a favourite breed among cat lovers. Large expressive eyes will draw you to this lovely breed that thrives on human companionship. Adult males will …
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Just like humans, cats have their own personal tastes and habits when it comes to dinner time. Your cat may be a big fan of fish or turn his nose up at tuna, be a fussy eater or scoff down everything that’s put in front of him, but as domestic cats (particularly indoor cats) rely on us to feed them, it’s important that we get it right. Apart from making sure you feed your …
As we know, all cats are different, and how much they meow varies from cat to cat – some don’t make much noise at all, while some just love to chat. Similarly, some pet parents love ‘chatty’ cats, while some prefer a quieter kitty. Excessive meowing can mean different things to different pet parents, so it’s important to know whether your cat is just naturally talkative or if …
Named after the 'little people' in the popular 1939 movie 'The Wizard of Oz’, the Munchkin cat is not a true miniature cat, but rather, is a dwarf that is characterised by its very short legs. Munchkins are typically a medium sized cat with legs in three different lengths, referred to as standard, short and 'rug huggers' (very short). As the Munchkin breed is outcrossed to …
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I’m sure your cats are like mine - they like to sleep, a lot - so when we see them yawning it’s easy to assume that they’re tired, bored, lazy or all of the above. Cats’ amazing physiology means that they can open their mouths much wider than us mere mortals can, so when your cat yawns you’ll get a really good view of the inside of his mouth in all its glory. One thing that is …
We’ve all heard the phrase ‘the cat’s whiskers’ used to describe something that’s extraordinarily good, and when you realise everything your cat’s whiskers do, you'll understand why! Cats’ whiskers are twice as thick as their normal hairs, three times as deep and connected directly to their nerve endings, which makes them extremely sensitive. It’s not only the long …
When you hear about a cat with unusual features, you might think of your very own kitty and his slightly wonky eye or stubby little tail. Our cats’ individuality, both in appearance and in personality, is one of the things that make us love them so much, but what about the specific breeds that are known for having something . . . well . . . different about them? Sphynx …
