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helping cats live happy, healthy lives
The feral cat problem in Australia is sadly growing, with reports suggesting that feral cats kill around 75 million native animals every night throughout the country. For animal lovers, the suggestions that feral cats are killed as a solution certainly doesn’t sit right, but with the majority of feral cats unable to be socialised, is there anything else that can be done? A …
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Do you have a door darting cat that makes a dash for the open door at every opportunity? This dangerous behaviour can have an unhappy ending if kitty dashes out the door into the path of a car. Or alternatively the cat may slip out, lose her bearings, and get hopelessly lost. Both options are a cat guardian’s worst nightmare, and that’s without the increased risk of the cat …
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Sharing your home with both a cat and a dog can be a positive experience, but only if they get along. Choosing the right cat breed makes all the difference. Some breeds are social, playful, and naturally adapt to canine companions, creating a peaceful, balanced household. If you’re planning to introduce a cat into your dog’s world, selecting a breed known for its compatibility …
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The adorable, squishy-faced Exotic Shorthair is an easy-going cat who gets on with everyone making them an ideal family pet. They are often described as having a slightly surprised teddy bear look; which makes them picture perfect for any number of amusing internet cat themed memes. Appearance At first glance the …
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Medical emergencies happen at random when we least expect them. Our previous cats lived an indoor/outdoor life and as a result were exposed to greater dangers and accidents. Angel Rose came home one evening with a broken leg, Angel Bowie was run over by a car on our steep downhill driveway, Angel Ginger went fishing by the creek and came back with a fish hook lodged firmly in …
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Taurine is often one of those words that rings a bell, but you can’t put your finger on why. Actually taurine should have a special place in the heart of every cat owner, because it’s what keeps your fur-friend’s heart and eyes healthy. It is taurine (or the cat’s dependence upon it) that makes felines ‘obligate carnivores’. This means it doesn’t matter what the cat’s …
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Are you obsessed by the contents of your cat’s litter box? Many seemingly rationale people wait with bated breath to inspect their cat’s latest offering. For some people, finding a nice firm sausage puts a spring in the step, whilst a smelly cowpat is likely to dampen the spirits for hours. If this seems strange to you then be thankful that your cat has ‘regular’ habits, …
Has your cat recently got braver? For example, perhaps she’s stopped running from the vacuum cleaner or fireworks no longer make her fearful. In fact, now you think about it she no longer comes running when you open the fridge door. The explanation for this change in behaviour might be that she’s gone deaf. In a similar way that elderly people suffer from hearing loss so …
The first cat to have originated Down Under, the Australian Mist has a distinct misty look to its coat and striking green eyes. Playful, friendly and extremely affectionate this breed was developed as an indoor cat in response to the growing number of feral cats decimating Australia's wildlife. Appearance The Australian Mist is a medium sized cat of nicely …
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Where did the idea come from, of cats drinking milk? Think about it logically. In the wild, a cat isn’t realistically going to have access to a cow’s udder. At what point did humans decide it was a good idea to put down a saucer of milk for their cat to enjoy? Milk is a food for young animals before they are weaned, and whilst some adult cats get away with drinking milk, …
