The holidays are fast approaching, which may involve a trip to visit relatives or if you’re lucky a vacation. The chances are your feline family member isn’t invited along (rightly or wrongly), which means you need to make sure they’re safe and taken good care of while you’re away. You have a choice between a pet sitter coming into your home or taking your cat to board at a … [Read more...] about Cattery or Pet Sitter: What’s Best for Your Cat?
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Pancreatitis and Your Cat
If the condition ‘pancreatitis’ was a person, he’d be a grumbly pessimist who makes life a misery. Indeed, when describing pancreatitis this condition has so many different faces and outcomes that it’s hard to know where to start. So let’s begin by understanding what the pancreas does. What is the Pancreas? The pancreas is an organ that sits in the front of the abdomen, … [Read more...] about Pancreatitis and Your Cat
Pet Fire Safety Day – How to Keep Your Pets and Home Safe
In recognition of Pet Fire Safety Day we share our tips to help prevent accidental fires from starting in the home and discuss how to protect your pets (cats, dogs and any other furry creatures) from summer bushfires. Pets and Accidental Fires One winter evening many years ago, Angel Onyx (1998 - 2014) almost started a fire in our home when he decided it was a … [Read more...] about Pet Fire Safety Day – How to Keep Your Pets and Home Safe
Ragamuffin Cat: Breed Information and Personality
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 … [Read more...] about Ragamuffin Cat: Breed Information and Personality
What to do When You Find a Stray Cat
As a cat lover, what would you do if a stray cat started visiting your garden? We share the steps you can take to try to reunite a stray cat with their owner. Is it Really a Stray Cat? If you’ve found someone’s lost pet, your aim should be to try to reunite them with their owner as soon as possible. Is your new visitor friendly and … [Read more...] about What to do When You Find a Stray Cat
Welcoming a New Kitten Into Your Home
Adopting a kitten can be an exciting time for the whole family, but just like bringing a human baby home for the first time, it helps to be prepared. We discuss basic kitten supplies, the importance of kitten proofing your home, your kitten’s first night and how to deal with homesickness, plus food and nutrition. Basic Kitten Supplies Before you bring your new kitten … [Read more...] about Welcoming a New Kitten Into Your Home
How to Help Cat Hoarders and Their Cats
What do you think when you hear the term ‘cat hoarder’? You might think that anyone who has more than a certain number of cats is a ‘hoarder’. But that's not quite true – cat hoarding is a complex issue caused by mental illness. A cat hoarder will have an extremely large number of cats, much more than a typical household. Sadly, they’re unable to provide adequate … [Read more...] about How to Help Cat Hoarders and Their Cats
16 Creative Ideas to Help Children Grieve the Loss of a Pet
The loss of a beloved cat, dog, or other pet is always a difficult time, and it can be even more confusing for children. It’s important for the whole family to grieve in their own way, but for children, talking about what’s happened and being open and honest is a vital part of the grieving process. Depending on the age of the children, they may not fully understand what’s … [Read more...] about 16 Creative Ideas to Help Children Grieve the Loss of a Pet
Eating Disorders in Cats – Over Eating and Not Eating Enough
No two cats are alike, or will have exactly the same eating habits so before you determine whether your cat’s eating habits are consistent with an eating disorder, you first need to know what’s normal for your cat. If you free feed your cat (e.g. leave your cat’s food bowl out all the time) it can be difficult to monitor how much your cat is eating which is why we recommend … [Read more...] about Eating Disorders in Cats – Over Eating and Not Eating Enough
Korat Cat: Breed Information and Personality
A small to medium sized cat, the Korat can be deceptively stocky and many new owners are surprised at their weight after picking them up. Their short powerful body is often compared to that of a coiled spring. Males can range from 8 - 10 pounds, while females are a little smaller at 6 – 8 pounds. The Korat coat is fairly unique in its color as it shimmers and shines with a … [Read more...] about Korat Cat: Breed Information and Personality