
Category: Cat Advice



Does Compulsory Microchipping Law Apply to Cats?
The RSPCA advises all pet owners get their animals microchipped, including dogs, cats, horses and rabbits. Microchipping acts as an …

UK Cat Population Crisis – Staggering Numbers of Unplanned Kittens
Animal charities have today revealed that more than 850,000 cats* in the UK have had unplanned litters, leaving many owners …

Fleas Claim The Lives of Four Kittens in London
The RSPCA is reminding pet owners of the dangers of fleas following the sad death of four three-week old kittens …

Can Dogs & Cats Get Cancer from Second-Hand Smoke?
Second-hand smoke and dogs: Can my dog or cat get cancer as a result of second hand smoke and, in …

What You Should Know About Kitten Growth Stages
When a kitten is born, it is hard to believe that one of these helpless little pink things will become …

How to Choose The Right Cat Breed For You
There are so many cat breeds. How can you decide which breed is right for you and your family? Follow …

Why Doesn’t My Cat Drink Milk?
Almost everyone who has never owned a cat before, or who hasn’t owned a “fussy” cat, is under the impression …

Would You Like to Win £50 of Vouchers, Thanks to Your Cat?
As part of its Autumn parasite protection initiative, Bayer Animal Health – makers of Advantage and Drontal – has launched …

Are Cats Stressed By Too Much Handling?
New research by the UK’s leading feline welfare charity, Cats Protection, has found that too many owners are letting their …

Cat Rescue Centres Need Help at Christmas
Cats are funny little things. They like their home comforts and enjoy sitting on your knee when they choose, eating …

Do You Understand Your Cat’s Tail Movements?
What is your cat saying? What does it mean when your cat waves its tail? Wouldn’t it be great if …

Can You Teach a Cat to Sit?
Most cats require little training-they prefer to train themselves. Will they do tricks? Some will and some won't. But if …

Is It Possible to Prevent Feline Immune Disorders?
Feline immune disorders are the result of a weak immune system which has lost its disease resistance capacity considerably. A …

Help! Is My Cat Stressed? Was it Something I Said?
If your cat has gone from mellow to mean or nice to nasty, they just may be trying to communicate …

Should I Get Another Cat?
Multiple Cat Households For many people, a single cat is the ideal situation. However, for others, cats seem to be …

How To Choose The Right Cat Breed
How to Choose the Right Cat Breed There are so many cat breeds. How can you decide which breed is …

How to Help Cats Cope With Loud Noise Phobia
Dealing with loud noise phobias in cats. All cat owners are aware of the perils that November 5 can bring, …

Feline Diabetes Increase
Diabetes isn’t just a human disease. This November – American Diabetes Month® – pet owners should know that the feline …

Cat Allergies: Dealing With a Cat Allergy
Thousands of cats become homeless each year when their families give them up due to allergies. If you or a …

Diabetes in Cats – Feline Diabetes
More Fat Cats May Mean More Feline Diabetes This American Diabetes Month, pet owners should remember that cats can get …

Buying Your First Cat
The first thing to remember before you even visit the cattery is ‘do I really want a cat?’ You must …