In May 2017, a popular cat food was withdrawn from the Australian market amid fears it was causing cats to become seriously ill with symptoms of thiamine deficiency.This wasn’t a one-off incident. In recent years, there have been several recalls of commercial cat food around the world, due to insufficient levels of thiamine. In the wake of cat food recalls, owners are … [Read more...] about Thiamine Deficiency in Cats: Everything You Need to Know
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Cerebellar Hypoplasia in Cats
Cerebellar hypoplasia: Two long (and baffling) words. Let’s break them up into something understandable. First, the cerebellum: The cerebellum is the part of the brain which coordinates movement. Think of keeping your balance on the shifting deck of a ship at sea, and it’s your cerebellum (along with other internal mechanisms) taking up the slack to keep you upright. The … [Read more...] about Cerebellar Hypoplasia in Cats
How to Use Social Media Effectively to Help Pets in Need
Social media is a powerful tool for rescue organisations, and used effectively it can make a real difference to cats and dogs in need. Facebook and Twitter posts allow shelters to share photos and news of adoptable pets and reach a worldwide audience. There are numerous stories of cats and dogs that are successfully rescued and are lucky enough to find foster homes, or be … [Read more...] about How to Use Social Media Effectively to Help Pets in Need
5 Things You Can Train Your Cat to Do
If you thought training was only for dogs, then think again, because cats are trainable too. The Secret to Training Cats The secret to training cats isn’t really a secret at all, but about thinking like a cat. We love our feline friends for their independent spirit and how they do what they want. And there we have the key right there: You have to motivate your cat so that she … [Read more...] about 5 Things You Can Train Your Cat to Do
The Dangers of Feeding your Cat a Vegan Diet
Being vegetarian or vegan is a personal choice, and often one that a person reaches out of their love and compassion for animals. But whilst you choose to eat a plant based diet, it is important to remember that your cat is an ‘obligate carnivore’ and they MUST eat meat. Unfortunately, no matter how good your moral intentions, feeding your cat a vegan diet is a recipe for … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Feeding your Cat a Vegan Diet
Best Cat Breeds for People With Allergies
If you’re one of the 30% of people worldwide who suffer from allergies, then you might be one of the unlucky ones who suffer around cats - common symptoms include wheezing, sneezing, runny nose and red, itchy eyes. Whilst pet hair and dander (dried flakes of skin) is a common allergen you may surprised to discover that for those allergic to cats, it's usually a protein (FelD1) … [Read more...] about Best Cat Breeds for People With Allergies
Secrets to Successful Car Travel With Cats
Earlier this week when I was driving home from a shopping trip there was a ute (pick-up truck) in front of me with a medium sized mixed-breed black dog unsecured in the back. We were both travelling at around 60 kms (37 miles) per hour and the dog ahead was happily darting from the left to the right side of the truck, with his ears flapping in the breeze. A … [Read more...] about Secrets to Successful Car Travel With Cats
Best Cat Breeds for Apartment Living
It may surprise you to learn that cats can be a great choice for apartment living - they easily adapt to an indoor lifestyle and make the purrfect pet for people with busy lifestyles. Although cats don’t require regular walks like dogs do, they still require attention though, which is why it’s important to consider your lifestyle if you’re planning on adopting a cat. You … [Read more...] about Best Cat Breeds for Apartment Living
5 Reasons Why Cats are Good for Your Health
You’re probably already aware of how good being around your cat makes you feel, especially when he’s cuddled up on your lap purring away, so the fact that he’s good for your health should come as no surprise! There have been a number of scientific studies conducted that report cat owners visit the doctor less, have a reduced risk of heart disease, and many more amazing … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why Cats are Good for Your Health
How to Keep Your Cat Off the Kitchen Counter
Cats are naturally curious and jumping on kitchen counters (or counter-surfing) is a common behavioural problem. So, why do they do it? What are the alternatives? And, what measures can you take to keep your cat off the kitchen counter? What's the Attraction? Cats jump onto kitchen counters and tables for a number of reasons and not just because they know you won't like it. … [Read more...] about How to Keep Your Cat Off the Kitchen Counter
