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We’re a nation of cat lovers with an estimated 11 million living as pets in the UK*. However, sometimes certain characteristics mean pets can be a little overlooked and sadly, black cats are one of them. Not only do rehoming charities often have black cats waiting longer to find homes than other cats, but in

It was a calm Monday morning in St. Louis, Missouri, when a homeowner noticed a vehicle pulling up near his property. What happened next left him utterly speechless. “A man walked outside today to see a woman dumping two large totes in his front yard and taking off,” Stray Rescue of St. Louis (SRSL) shared

Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Cats fill our lives with joy, but they also tear up furniture, knock priceless items off shelves, bully other pets, and wake us up in the middle of the night. Miniature predators must entertain themselves, and most

PDSA issues fireworks advice for owners Boo the cat saved after nearly being scared to death In the run up to Bonfire Night, vet charity PDSA is urging owners to take steps to reduce fireworks stress for their pets, after a cat named Boo was nearly scared to death due to the loud bangs. The

There’s only one downside to being a cat parent: stinky, dirty litter boxes. In addition to the mess and odor, clay and clumping litters often contain harmful chemicals that have no business near your family. That’s why iHeartCats partnered with PrettyLitter, a revolutionary cat litter that blows the competition out of the water when it comes

VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and meet my five hilarious cats: Clutch, Cyril, Alex, Zelda, and Zazzles. Have you met Cyril? If you haven’t, you are missing out! He’s the

As Halloween and Bonfire Night approach, the excitement of costumes, treats and spooky decorations can sometimes overlook the safety of our feline friends. Understanding how to navigate these festive challenges is crucial for keeping our cats happy and healthy which is why Cats Protection is urging cat owners to consider their pets’ wellbeing during this

What’s something both kitties and their parents loathe? A stinky, dusty litter pan! But PrettyLitter solves typical litter box woes by delivering a crisp, clean litter experience that also monitors health. Made from silica gel, PrettyLitter creates less dust and controls odor better than clumping-litter competitors. Plus, you won’t be scooping any more messy, wet

Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Georgie Wigglesworth Breed: Silver Tabby Fun Fact: She was the smallest but only survivor of her litter. Owner had to feed her with a syringe because she was too tiny to fit the kitten bottle nipple into her mouth. She is now 2. Silliest Name: Lady Dennis

Black cats have long been seen as bad luck, which is quite unlucky of them. The association between black cats and witches, death and bad luck stretch back to the 13th century when Pope Gregory IX supposedly proclaimed black cats to be workers of the devil. As medieval witch hunts spread through Europe, cats –

iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The best cat water fountains will tempt your feline to drink more water. And as a devoted cat parent, you understand the importance of providing your kitty with fresh and clean water

VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead It’s not unusual to browse social media and see someone preparing an at-home meal for their beloved pets. For me, the fascination with these posts isn’t the meal in question, but rather how

Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! The easiest way to enter is by sending them in via info@katzenworld.co.uk. Or just leave a comment with a link to the post / photo you’d like us to use on this blog post. “Cinnamon finding the warm spot in the corner.” Sent in by

Our deepest sympathies go out to everyone affected by the destructive Hurricane Milton. We are especially thankful for the first responders and rescuers who have been working tirelessly in its aftermath. Emergency workers have been devoted to saving animals displaced by the storm. In one particularly touching incident, a firefighter in Florida rescued a dog

VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Let’s face facts: We would get dreadfully bored—and quite frankly, depressed—if we were forced to live the same day over and over again. The same can apply to our cats. Even though they

Owner urges gardeners to cap their bamboo canes A cat owner from London is urging gardeners to make sure plant support canes are safely stored or capped as they clear gardens this autumn, after his cat nearly died when a bamboo cane pierced his chest. It remains a mystery as to how three-year-old Shadow, from

Earlier this month, volunteers from Mini Cat Town took on the care of a tiny orphaned kitten. The little one was found alone, with no mother in sight, and was taken to a nearby shelter. The shelter reached out to the rescue group, and volunteer Toby stepped in to care for the kitten, who was

VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and meet my five hilarious cats: Clutch, Cyril, Alex, Zelda, and Zazzles. This is Zazzles. Zazzles is our most timid, quiet, and shy cat, and

iCatCare launches new behaviour course to help those working with cats improve feline wellbeing  Individuals who care for cats as part of their work, including veterinary professionals and those working in homing centres, boarding catteries or as cat groomers, are well placed to offer advice to optimise their wellbeing. With over 70% of owners reporting that

iHeartCats is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The 11 Best Cat Litter Boxes To Appease Even The Pickiest of Paws The subject of cat litter boxes can be a stinky one, but the cat lovers of iHeartCats are here

Hi Catsters! I’m Crystal. I work in the marketing department for Catster. You may have seen some of my posts on our social media and listened to some of my tales on our YouTube channel. Growing up, we always had dogs. I considered myself to be a dog person! That was until I moved in

Fireworks can be super scary for our pets. According to the 2022 PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report, 41% of dogs and 30% of cats are scared of fireworks – that’s 4.1 million dogs and 3.3 million cats across the UK. “Fireworks can be very scary and stressful for our pets,” explains PDSA Vet Nurse Nina

You might be familiar with the saying “fight like cats and dogs,” which suggests that these two animals just can’t get along. But sometimes, reality tells a different, more heartwarming story: these furry friends can actually become the best of pals! That’s right—cats and dogs aren’t always rivals as we’ve been led to believe. In

Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Before a friend gave me a Siamese cat several years ago, I knew little about them and had no idea how vocal they were. I met several people who thought they were meaner and more devious than other breeds,

Calling all cat lovers! If you’re looking for a meow-some adventure, look no further than Japan. From cat cafes to feline shrines and temples, Japan is a purrfect destination for every cat enthusiast. Not to mention, the country is home to some of the coolest cats in the world. And if you’re looking for souvenirs,

Thanks to golden-hearted individuals stepping up to save lives in need, cat rescues occur every day. For cat lovers, we long to see every cat and kitten safe and loved. That’s exactly what happened one fateful day when a good man went out of his way to help a kitten in distress. A Long Island

VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and meet my five hilarious cats: Clutch, Cyril, Alex, Zelda, and Zazzles. When looking at my ginger cat, Alex, it’s hard not to notice that

Hi everyone, As many of you might know we went to Amazon Petfest last month! There was something for all pet lovers and we were very lucky that it was a sunny day. 🙂 While all of it was outdoors there were plenty of stalls featuring cat-related products. Our first stop was at CORE pet

Donald and Aggie Cooper, founders of Unleash the Paws, were on a long journey from Texas to Pennsylvania, delivering foster dogs, when something unexpected caught Donald’s eye on the side of the highway. He wasn’t entirely sure what he saw, but he had a hunch it could be a kitten. Despite being uncertain whether the

VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Our pets are a wonderful source of affection, companionship, entertainment, and stress relief, but they can also make us worry. Despite the many steps we take and the measures we put in place