Why does cat obesity matter? Obesity is a major health concern. What many pet owners don’t understand is what is going on inside your overweight pet’s body that will affect its day-to-day life and make its future considerably shorter. 49% of veterinary professionals say they’ve seen an increase in pet obesity in the last two […]
As part of my preventative care ethos, I am working through the day-to-day things our pet cats need to keep them healthy, happy and a little more stress-free. Ensuring they lead a happy life can give them a longer life and benefit not only them but us too. Having blogged about litter, I’m going to […]
Are you puzzle feeding your cat? If not perhaps you may have heard the phrases ‘slow feeding’ or ‘enriched play feeding’ because these are also of the same theme. It’s all about challenging your cat and getting them to use those amazing skills they have. Let me explain. Feline behaviour when eating We all know […]
As cats get older they can suffer from arthritis and joint, bladder and bowel issues too. When we talk about elderly cats we are looking at those from 10 years old, although cats can live until 12 or 16 years on average, not like Creme Puff who lived over 38 years! Cats also experience pain […]
One of the many services I offer to cat owners is help with behaviour. This can really range from introducing a new pet to a change in character and problems with aggression. The majority of behaviour consultations start with a video or phone call. Pre-pandemic, a home visit would also be an option. I thought […]
11% of cats had never been to the vet and 43% hadn’t seen a veterinarian within the last year. Book regular veterinary check-ups Preventative care – check for any problems before they become serious conditions Cats change over their life and have various stages which need various levels of care and attention To have regular […]