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Jasper is our grand prize winner. Lifestyle Check Out Our Purrrific Pics & Photo Contest Winners By Annie Butler Shirreffs , November 18, 2022 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email Our fifth photo contest was just as much fun as the first four! We received nearly 2,000 entries, and we loved looking at each and every

Calico and tortoiseshell kitties both have a striking appearance, thanks to their lovely combination of colors and unique markings. Many people don’t realize there is a difference between the two, though. Some people may not even realize that tortoiseshell, instead thinking that every cat with orange patches is a calico cat. It’s also not common

Jackie Brown Pet expert Jackie Brown has spent 20 years following her passion for animals as a writer and editor in the pet publishing industry. She is contributing writer for National Geographic’s Complete Guide to Pet Health, Behavior, and Happiness: The Veterinarian’s Approach to At-Home Animal Care (April 2019) and author of the book It’s

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. “Ziggy is a rescue cat who is just becoming comfortable with

Neutering your cat is one of the most important procedures in your male cat’s life.1 Every cat owner knows how bad male cat pee smells, and unneutered males tend to spray once they enter puberty. Aggressive behavior ensues; your male cat will wander and roam, become territorial, and will become a less-than-desirable cat to have

Turning back the clocks goes hand in hand with darker evenings and chillier temperatures and, just like us, many of our pets may benefit from an extra bit of TLC as the seasons change. PDSA Vet Nurse, Nina Downing, said: “Colder weather can cause discomfort for some pets, especially those who are young, old or

“How gracious, Sir, to let me share your home !You sweet acquaintance whose supurrb commandsHave calmed the canines’ raucous rude demands,Purrsueding them to grumble out a poem !I glide my whiskered jowls upon the barkOf your sky stretching oak: mew must be proudOf your majestic kingdom. I’m allowedThe peaceful splendor of your forest park To

Eyelashes aren’t something we pay much attention to except when they cause irritation or aren’t there at all. Just like humans, many animals have eyelashes to protect their eyes from damage. Whether cats have eyelashes or not though is a topic that’s widely debated among the cat-lover community. While some breeds like the Sphynx don’t

For feline lovers and enthusiasts, cat hair is a fact of life. There are countless T-shirts and mugs with cute sayings like “Everything tastes better with cat hair in it” or “No outfit is complete without cat hair.” Yes, cats shed, but it’s a small price to pay for the love and happiness they bring

Kirsty Cavill has been named ‘Vet Nurse of the Year 2022’ by Blue Cross pet charity. Kirsty, who is Head Vet Nurse at The Vet Connection in Leatherhead, won the award as an advocate for senior patients and the day to day management to support those pets in chronic pain from arthritis, making a significant impact

All cat owners know the risks of having allergy problems while owning a cat. Many of us can owners cat owners are not allergic and don’t develop allergy symptoms around their cats, but it is unfortunately a common nuisance for others. Cat dander is a common allergen to humans, but that’s not the only culprit.

One talent felines possess is the ability to move their ears independently. Although recent research shows that humans move their ears slightly when a sound piques their interest, only about one in five people can move their ears intentionally. For most people the movement is involuntary. That ability may make the person a YouTube star

Over a third cited lack of funds as top reason for delayed appointments Over half (55%) of British pet owners worry about their pets’ health regularly Veterinary telehealth service Vetster, launches in the UK to provide convenience for pet owners with 24/7 online appointments November 2022, London, UK – Vetster, the world’s fastest growing pet care marketplace,

Hi everyone, The following story was submitted by Howard via email: Sadie came into our lives 11 years ago. My wife, who grew up around cats, wanted to get our daughters two kittens. I did not grow up with cats and though I was fine with the decision to get kittens, I was not particularly

The following guest story has been submitted by Arlene B.: Sixteen years ago my husband and I adopted a 15 week old tuxedo girl from a rescue group. That girl was to be his birthday present. What a girl she turned out to be. Such a spoiled girl. She was beautiful with perfect tuxedo markings.

We all know cats are cute and snuggly. They even have fuzzy ears. But what’s up with that cute fuzz inside your cat’s ear? Does it have a purpose? Or is it just extra hair? I have always wondered about this, so I decided to investigate! As it turns out, that fluffy bit of fur

The following fun little photo story was submitted by our reader Alma B: 1. Are you sure you got it all? 2. Not much left between the ears. 3. Better make the next incision here. 4. Should I take a biopsy specimen? 5. Cataract surgery takes precision. 6. This tooth may need some attention. 7.

Did you know that cats have contributed to the extinction of over 60 species of wild birds, mammals, and reptiles?1 Unfortunately, it’s true, and it seems they continue to adversely impact a wide range of species. In fact, cats are listed as one of the 100 worst invasive alien species in the world.2 I can’t

Hi everyone, Please find below a guest post by our friends over at Pets Best on fun Halloween themed cat names! The spookiest time of year is approaching, and many dog and cat owners enjoy including theirfour-legged family members in Halloween fun. Some pet owners even keep the holiday thrills going year-round by giving their animals

All Month Long: Adopt a Senior Pet Month Pet Cancer Awareness Month Pet Diabetes Month Week-long 6-12: Animal Shelter Appreciation Week Day-long: 1: Cook for Your Pets Day Help animals find their forever homes through this event. ©Blue Buffalo Through December: Home 4 the Holidays Adoption Event Sponsored by Helen Woodward Animal Center and Blue Buffalo,

“Now he did what to you? I’ll have him knowThese eyes can glare through midnight! And just whoDoes he think he can hound?! I’ll have him rueThe day he held your pride as something low.He cannot treat another creature so.His howling bounding brawn! I’ll have him rueThe hour he sniffed you out as something newTo

Once you’ve jumped into owning a cat, it’s easy to want another furry friend to keep them company—or simply because you adore cats. We’ve all seen adorable pictures of cats cuddled up with each other, but introducing pets to new arrivals isn’t always easy. You might think there are set rules for pairing cats. Females

The coat and eye color in kittens are determined by genetics, but how is this possible when a mother cat has produced a litter of kittens with different coat colors and lengths? If one kitten is black and the other is ginger, but the mother is a Siamese cat, how could they have received their

This post first appeared on ProtectaPet here. Gorgeous cat with striking eyes One of the first features you notice on a Cat is their dazzling eyes. Not only the gorgeous colours, but the way they use them. When you see your cat trying to hunt something down, whether that be prey or a toy you

By Jacqueline: She will be two years old in October. She has become quite the lap cat! She usually has a very serious look on her face! Perhaps it is her part Turkish Van breed. Her fur is soft as silk and dense. Her distinctive black smudge beauty mark on the side of her nose

Cat’s up. Visits the commode, then makes his rounds. Meow, me-row, row-o-ooow into the darkness, skirting predator shadows, seeking kibble prey. He returns to bed, jumping on my feet. All purrs and purrumphs, he settles in a circle. A sigh and back to sleep while I stare into the darkness and savor his kitty scent.

If you’re considering adding a four-footed companion to your family, you might be wondering about your future buddy’s potential environmental impact — specifically if cats are easier on the earth than their canine sidekicks. As a cat owner, I have wondered this myself! The answer depends largely on the size of the animal and how

Five top tips to prepare pets for fireworks season Bonfire Night is fast approaching, so PDSA, the vet charity for pets in need, is urging pet owners to take steps to help prevent their furry family members from becoming anxious this fireworks season. Many of our pets’ senses are far more acute than ours, so

Anyone who’s ever lived with a cat and a few other people has probably witnessed the feline tendency to develop a particularly strong bond with one specific individual. It happens in families, and among friends—anywhere there are several humans and one cat. At some point, the cat will gravitate almost exclusively towards one person. We’ve

Expert shares top tips on creating a safe space when taking your pet to the vets. Whether your furry friend is a senior dog or an energetic kitten, taking your pets to the vets is a crucial part of keeping on top of their health & wellbeing routine. However, for many cats and dogs visiting