Is there anything I can do to stop my cat from going missing? A big concern for cat owners is that one day their cat will go missing. A missing cat is a relatively common thing to see, particularly as cats are prone to wandering away from their home area. The only sure-fire way of […]
Why do cats rub their faces on things? It is one of the things that cat owners love about their kitties; them coming up to us and rubbing themselves all over us with their faces. We tell ourselves that it is a sign of affection, a chance to just show us that they love us. […]
Image © evakid How to care for an elderly cat Just like us humans, your cat is likely to start to slow down as they age. This means that you will need to care for your elderly cat a little differently than you would a younger cat. But how? We have put together our easy […]
Sun safety for cats We all know the feeling; the weather starts to turn a little warmer and we all want to head out to bask in the sunshine. The same is true for your cats. They seem to love nothing more than lazing around in the sun warming themselves up and relaxing. When it […]
Health Matters: Fleas When you own a cat there are a variety of health issues that you should be aware of and known how to prevent and treat. One of the most common issues that can crop up are fleas. These little parasites are known to cause discomfort to your cat and can be a […]
The very best litter trays Cat toilet habits, it isn’t the most pleasant of subjects however it is something that all cat owners will know far too much about. We spend a considerable amount of time scooping out, replacing or cleaning out cat litter trays that we become experts on the subject; whether we want […]
How to: Groom your cat For many animals grooming is targeted to ensuring that they look nice. However for cats, the act of grooming can be important for more than just their appearance. To make sure that you understand why you should groom and how best to go about it; we have put together our […]
Health Matters: Worms When you own a pet there always seems to be plenty of things to think about when it comes to their health. Most of these are illnesses or ailments that can crop up at any point in their lives that you cannot prevent for and then you have problems such as worms. […]
The importance of Microchipping your cat There has been plenty in the news recently about Microchipping dogs and the legalities that surround it. Whilst it is still not a legal requirement for cats to be Microchipped, it may be a great idea for owners to understand just why Microchipping your cat is important. What is […]
Caring For Your Cats Teeth As I have recently discovered, teeth removal in cats can be costly! But many cat owners simply do not know how to care for your cats teeth. With this in mind (and hopefully so that you can avoid costly vet bills of your own) we have put together or guide on […]
Off To The Vets For Spooner This week the unthinkable happened; our beloved moggy Spooner had a little mishap so it was off to the vets for Spooner. Before we delve into the details; I think it only best to give you a bit of a background on one of the furry members of our […]
Resolutions that every pet owner can keep So here we are, another year has started check out our handy list of Resolutions that every pet owner can keep for the next 12 months. For many people these involve fitness, weight loss, a new mindset or perhaps finding the perfect career; but for us cat lovers […]
How to Keep your Cat Happy and Healthy If you ask any cat owner then they are likely to say that the contented purr of a satisfied kitty is one of the sweetest noises ever! But how can you make sure that you have a happy pet? What are the secrets of established cat owners […]
When you’ve bought some of our lovely catnip for your cats, have you ever been tempted to have a little smell, maybe even a little taste*, just to see what your feline friends find so overwhelmingly desirable about the catnip plant? No, me neither! However, there are some people around the world who believe that […]
Catmint is often seen as a stimulant for cats, and it is! If you’ve ever seen cats on catnip, you’ll know all too well that they just go crazy, becoming playful, loving and even more confident. However is there more to Nepeta Cataria (catnip), than simply fun? Absolutely! What many pet owners don’t realise is […]
Catnip, or catmint as it is sometimes referred to, has been around forever. Cat owners are aware of catnip because of the effect it has on their feline friends, but the catnip plant has a long and varied history throughout the ages. Nepeta catataria is a member of the mint family (hence the name ‘catmint’). […]