Preventative Care

As you pack away summer shorts and reach for a snuggly jumper, spare a thought for your cat. As the temperatures plummet she doesn’t have the luxury of donning extra layers and still pads around on bare paws. Just as we suffer more sniffles and colds in bad weather so can our feline friends. The chilly weather is a sap to the immune system that leaves two and four-leggers … [Read more...] about Ways to Keep Your Cat Warm this Winter

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 … [Read more...] about Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) to Control Feral Cat Populations

When you get a heavy cold, what do you do? If you’re like many of us, you take a high dose of vitamin C. The idea is vitamin C boosts your immune system to enable it better fight off the bugs. In much the same way, there are times when it’s appropriate to give your cat’s immune system a helping hand. From the cat with a snuffle that just won’t shift, to the feline … [Read more...] about Keeping Your Cat Healthy – Building a Strong Immune System

Have you ever considered a cat’s eye view of a visit to the vet? I was purr-fectly happy snoozing on the sofa, when along comes Mum, scoops me up and shuts me in a plastic box smelling of damp and fear. A nausea-inducing car ride later, we arrive at a place that reeks of disinfectant. Mum puts the box on the floor and this huge, nosy hound sniffs around, but I’m trapped and … [Read more...] about How to Prepare Your Cat for their First Vet Visit

How often do you get your cat checked by the vet? Is it once a year for their annual vaccination or do you visit only if they get sick? Or do you have an older cat and visit at least twice a year? The truth is annual health checks are an important part of keeping your cat healthy. And it’s not just about preventative care such as deworming and vaccinations (important as … [Read more...] about Why Annual Health Checks are Important for Pets

Have you ever recoiled from your cat’s bad breath? If your cat suffers from fish-breath, it could be their dental hygiene leaves a lot to be desired. Indeed, bad breath can be an indication your pet has dirty teeth or gum disease. Worse still, inflamed gum tissue harbours bacteria (which causes the bad smell) and can lead to dental discomfort, wobbly teeth, and difficulty … [Read more...] about The Importance of Good Dental Health for Your Cat

There are many myths about fleas and flea treatment for cats and dogs, today we address five of the common myths and attempt to set the record straight. If my cat had fleas I’d see them. Not necessarily. Fleas are so small, that you may never actually see them on your cat or dog because they have groomed and licked them away. Instead, what you will notice is your cat or dog … [Read more...] about Fleas – Five Common Myths Busted

Microchipping is a method of identification that can help to reunite owners with their lost pets, and is becoming much more widespread. The microchip itself, no bigger than a grain of rice, is injected underneath your cat’s skin, between her shoulders, and contains all of your contact information. According to Central Animal Records, the first Australian microchip registry … [Read more...] about The Importance of Microchipping Your Cat PLUS Common Reasons for Not Microchipping

When it comes to choosing a vet for your cat, you should put as much energy into finding the right vet as you would when choosing a doctor for yourself. Having a vet that you can rely on and trust is essential, because even if your cat remains healthy; there are still regular routine checks that are necessary as part of your cat’s preventative healthcare plan. Your vet … [Read more...] about Choosing a Vet for Your Cat – 10 Questions You Should Ask