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The Turkish Van is an unmistakably striking cat with silky long white fur and vivid ginger markings which usually appear as a V shape around the ears and along the length of their tail. They originate from the Lake Van region in the mountains of eastern Turkey and are known as the ‘swimming cat’ in popular culture. Turkish Van Cat Personality Turkish Vans are …
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Whilst kittens are infinitely cute and adorable, there are definite advantages to adopting an older cat. If you’re considering adding a new feline to your family, here are our top 5 reasons why you should adopt an older cat. No surprises – what you see is what you get When you adopt a kitten, they are still growing and their personality is still developing. Whereas when …
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Cats are fastidiously clean by nature, and most are fussy about their toilets – it’s therefore important to understand the litter tray essentials to help you train your cat to toilet in the right place and avoid accidents. Litter Tray Basics Location. Your cat obviously won’t want to go to the toilet near his sleeping or eating areas, and he’ll appreciate a bit of peace …
If you’re going away on holiday and leaving your cat behind, there are a number of options for caring for him while you’re away. Many cats are absolutely fine going to a cattery (refer to our article on Choosing a boarding cattery) , but if your cat suffers with stress and anxiety, and you don’t have a friend or family member who can pop in a few times a day to look after him, …
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As a responsible pet owner we give our cats all the food, love and veterinary care they need to be happy and healthy, but have you ever considered a regular pampering session for your cat? With a wide range of DIY pampering options available, you can make your cat feel a million dollars without having to take a trip to the grooming salon. Hair Styling Probably the …
Discover the controversial history and charming personality traits of the affectionate and tiny Singapura cat. History and origins The Singapura cat has a complex history with conflicting accounts of its discovery and breeding. Initially, it was believed that the breed naturally lived on the streets of Singapore. American cat breeders Tommy and Hal Meadow claimed to …
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You may have seen the Jim Carey film ‘Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’, but did you realise that there are actually pet detectives in real life? If you’ve ever had a cat go missing, you’ll know how distressing it can be, so having a team of people on hand who search for lost pets for a living can be a blessing. [Tweet "Pet detectives understand cat behaviour and know how …
You’re sure you put that hair tie down somewhere, but now you can’t seem to find it. You turn your back on your dinner plate for a minute and there’s suddenly less food on it. You always seem to have one sock missing from a pair, where do they all go? If this sounds familiar, you may have a cunning cat burglar in the house. Why do cats steal things? How can I stop …
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Losing your beloved pet is a heartbreaking and emotional experience, and as much as we might wish they could live forever, it’s one that all cat or dog owners will face at some time or another. It can be even harder if people you know don’t fully understand the strength of the bond between you and your pet. Like me, you may have experienced sentiment along the lines of “but he …
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We’ve all been there, you put down an appetising meal of the food that your cat usually wolfs down and he takes one sniff, turns his nose up and walks away, casting backwards glances at you as if to say “WHY on earth would I eat THAT?!” So you try another brand or flavour of food, and he loves it, only to go completely off it once you’ve spent a small fortune stocking up. If …
