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A guide on deciding what is best for you and your cat by Kris Hill from the Society for Companion Animal Studies (SCAS) This blog is not intended to engage directly in the debate of whether pet cats should be kept indoors or permitted to roam, a topic that can become heated and polarising. Rather,

This post contains affiliate links* A friend recently told me about these adorable tortie stickers from InkPaperGo. How could I not share them with you! They also come in many other cat colors and breeds. Each sticker sheet measures 6 by 4 inches. The sticker sizes vary between 0.5 and 1.5 inches tall. All sheets

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

This article first appeared on iCatCare here. Having a baby is a time of big change as you adapt to the seemingly huge needs of a very small new human. It is often all-consuming and you worry about everything. As with all things, a bit of planning and thinking ahead can make a lot of

Guest post by Ingrid R Niesman MS, PhD For innumerable reasons, cats pose a quandary for conservation biologists, rescue groups and municipal policy stakeholders, because each of these groups sees cats differently. Conservationists view cats as apex predators. Animal welfare groups want to see more cat go to good homes or provided supportive care. Local

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This is a sponsored post Nine-year-old Rascal was adopted by Cerise and her husband Jim when he was two years old. He shares his home with 16-year Jinxy, 4-year-old siblings Gyoza and Gnocchi, four-year-old Ozzy and Missy, and 2-year-old Princess. All cats are rescues. Rascal was extremely independent and somewhat untamed when he first joined

Image source: Deposit photos] For me, like many people, my cats are like my children. As soon as they arrive in the house, I can’t wait to start taking pictures and sharing them with friends and family. And who can blame anyone for taking lots of pictures of their cute cats? After all, the more

During the hot summer months, it goes without saying that you need to take precautions for your outdoor pets to protect them from heat stroke and other heat related problems, but even indoor cats require special attention, especially if you’re trying to save on cooling costs by turning the air conditioning up when you’re not at home.

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

Hi everyone, To celebrate summer we have a special on the Necoichi brand in our blog shop. Get 20% off with the code Summer until this Sunday! And thus we’ve decided to repost some of our bowl tips below. Following on from our post a while back on the benefits of extra-wide bowls, we are

This post is sponsored by Care Credit The joys of sharing life with a cat are limitless. Cats have an amazing ability to provide us with love, fun and play, while also bringing many important health benefits into our lives from relieving stress, preventing allergies, calming our nervous system and more. While these independent animals

As food prices spike due to inflation, you may find yourself seeking ways to stretch your treat-buying budget for everyone in the home, including your cat. But, you don’t want to sacrifice quality nutrition. Consider a low-cost, high-in-nutrition solution: bone broth. ©Maria Jeffs | Getty Images “Bone broth is a nutrient-dense, beneficial treat that is

Cats have the reputation of being fiercely independent , aloof and often picky as to their likes and dislikes, but any cat lover will tell you that one cat’s personality can be wildly different to the next. However, there are common behaviors, body language and preferences that are inherent to all cats. Gus & Bella

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Monesia McKnight felt so sad for Ripley, a young tabby she fostered, whose shyness was preventing her from attracting local adopters. But Monesia knew Ripley was a sweet kitty who would warm up quickly once someone gave her a chance. “We just had to care for her and love her,” says Monesia, who has lived

AS the UK braces for another heatwave, health warnings are being issued across the country. The mercury is set to hit 35C and above, with level-three alerts in place across parts of England. But it isn’t just humans that can be impacted by the heat – it’s our furry friends too. However, there’s a lot

This giveaway is sponsored by Assisi Animal Health Last month, we introduced you to Assisi Animal Health’s new DentaLOOP. Using Assisi’s trusted tPEMF™ technology, the DentaLOOP  provides safe and effective pain relief for dental and oral pain without adverse effects. How does the Assisi Loop work? The Assisi Loop features targeted pulsed electromagnetic field therapy

Known as the werewolf cat, this striking breed gets her unusual coat from a natural mutation in the domestic shorthair, which has occurred over the last 20 years in domestic cats. Not to worry: Test results show that the Lykoi’s hair pattern is not from a disease or disorder, and this breed is healthy. The name

Charity releases guide to keeping animals safe in the heat The RSPCA’s is releasing a how-to guide for pet owners to help them keep their pets safe in the heatwave, and is warning new fashionable dog breed owners that their pets could be more vulnerable in the hot weather. While the following focusses a lot

Guest post by Ingrid R Niesman, MS PhD Despite the intrusion from COVID-19, or perhaps because of the pandemic, more and more Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) infected cats are surviving and thriving in 2022. Just a few short years ago, all FIP positive cats died. I attended the inaugural FIP symposium in November, 2019 sponsored

Marina and experts say you and your cat can help save the environment — and even money — by taking some simple steps. Here are five pawsitively easy ways to go green. Go enviro-friendly with waste management ©Thorsten Nilson | Getty Images Start with how you handle your cat’s poop. Use biodegradable litter made from

The importance of good nutrition for aiding recovery in the hospitalised patient is undisputed, with ‘let food be thy medicine’ being a long-standing mantra in medical circles. However, providing nutritional support to any critically ill patient presents challenges and, for the veterinary team caring for a feline patient with inappetence (ie, a reduced or absent

This post contains affiliate links* In keeping with Triple T Studio’s tagline “bring a little happy to your home,” I thought I’d share these Dancing Cat stands with you. How could you not smile, seeing these little kitties on your desk or counter? Made from PVC Resin, these little cats measure 2.25 inches. They can

RSPCA London East has struggled to rehome these four lovely cats The RSPCA London East branch is appealing for homes for four cats in their care who have sadly been overlooked by potential adopters. Between them the cats have been in the care of the RSPCA for 287 days and sadly have been looking for

This post is sponsored by Sleepypod* While the cat carrier may not be your cat’s favorite place, it is an important part of your cat’s life, and it can be vital in an emergency.  Unfortunately, for most cats, the only time they’re in a carrier is when they have to go to the veterinarian, so

The following guest story is by an author that would like to remain anonymous and there is posted in our guest handle author. Feature image used for illustration purposes. I wanted to share my story in order to possibly save another cat’s life. My story began when I rescued a tuxedo kitten over 10 years

This post contains affiliate links* On Wednesday, I introduced you to Laura Cassiday, who is taking over our Ask the Cat Behaviorist column. Today, I’d like to tell you about Laura’s book, The Complete Guide to Adopting a Cat. This comprehensive guide covers every aspect of the adoption process, from choosing the right cat for

One of the best things about Catification is that it can be totally customized to fit any style. You can give your cats the indoor enrichment they need without worrying about how your home looks. In fact, with a little creativity, you can make something that’s totally unique and sure to be a conversation piece

Understanding the dangers of sweet treats (Pictured: Seven-month-old German Shepherd, Nala, was saved by PDSA Vets after consuming a lethal dose of dark chocolate) Many of us might be enjoying a treat to celebrate World Chocolate Day this year, but our furry friends definitely shouldn’t be joining in. PDSA Vet Lynne James said: “As delicious