how to rid your cat of fleas

Firstly, let’s make sure your cat actually has fleas and isn’t just scratching due to stress or allergies. Take a look at your cat focusing on the back of the neck, groin, and ears as these tend to be fle...

cat lungworm - signs, treatment and prevention

As a cat owner, there is a lot to know about parasites and how to protect your furry friend. The following information will help you understand lungworm and the dangers it can pose, the signs of lung...

the stress free guide to washing cats

You may not realise it, but your cat spends up to 50% of their waking hours cleaning themselves. So it’s not completely ridiculous to think that they don’t need extra help grooming, washing and cleaning them...

moving house with a cat

Caroline Zambrano is a pet journalist and animal lover. You may have seen Caroline in Dogs Life, PETS and Choosing Yo...

cats and christmas trees - a recipe for disaster

That’s right – your cat isn’t the only one who messes up the Christmas tree! Plenty of cats around the world also have a sneaky obsession with Christmas trees. Some cats have even gone viral thanks to their curiosity paired with the family Christmas tree and a little YouTube video. ...

how to stop cats scratching furniture

Have you ever noticed how often cats actually scratch? They do it so frequently - it’s practically on their list of top 3 favourite things to do! Cat’s top three favourite things to do: ...

do cats know their name

While dog owners don’t think twice when answering this question, cat owners are left wondering - ‘does my cat know their name?’ People may think that cats respond to their names, but is it just the tone of our voice that summons their attention? Is their response directly attributed to our body language, or do they just have a mind of their own? A...

best toys for indoor cats

The best toys for indoor cats are cat toys that will keep your kitty amused and healthy. It’s pretty easy to keep a dog entertained and well exercised: You just slap a leash on him and go for walkies. With a cat, it’s a bit trickier and it’s up to you to ensure they aren’t lazing around the house bored. Cats have evolved as predatory animals. With keen e...

choosing the best brush for your cat

There are plenty of different grooming tools for cats and choosing the right brush for your cat can be confusing. The best cat brush or comb is one that suits the texture and length of your cat’s coat. For shedding problems you may need a cat deshedding tool but if you wish to prevent tangles, a comb may be what you need. Even though cats spend a lot of time gr...

the anatomy of the house cat

House cats may seem like your average pet, but when you examine closer, what you are looking at are born hunters. Their stealth posture and radar-like hearing, allows them to detect and capture prey from afar. Once captured, their prey doesn't stand a chance. Sharp claws and razor sharp teeth make light work of any struggle, and their thornlike tongue makes stripping me...

why does my cat attack me

Out of nowhere your cat will lunge at you like the kitty version of Jaws. She’ll wrap her paws around your leg and sink her little fangs into your skin… Ouch! Or perhaps you’re sitting back enjoying a nice cuddle session on the sofa in front of the TV. All is going well but then suddenly it’s like you flipped a switch. You must have touched the wrong plac...

how to give a cat a tablet part 2

Okay we've shown you with my own cat, who's a bit of a difficult cat, how hard it can sometimes be even for the vet to give a tablet to a cat. Now if the vet says to give it medication morning and night for seven days, that can be very str...

how to give a cat a tablet part 1

I would like to take you through today, one of the things I think causes people a lot of grief and a lot of angst, hopefully not for us today, which is how to give a cat a tablet. It's a gentle process, I'm not gonna shove it down it's th...

5 essential tips to raise healthy kittens

Raising healthy kittens is a timely exercise, that involves careful planning, preparation, and care. This is reflected in their heightened vulnerability at this age, with 9% on average dying before they're 8 weeks old. Understanding how to care for them will ensure that they’ll grow into healthy adult cats. ...

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