Posts Tagged ‘cats’

Issues when introducing a new cat to the home In September 2018 I was contacted by a lovely couple who had been having bad problems with the introduction of a new cat to their house. The cats were starting to show signs that they were extremely stressed and anxious with the situations and the owners […]

What is Kneading? Most cat owners will recognise the kneading motion which a cat makes with their paws. Repeatedly pushing and pulling their paws in and out of a soft area or object, such as a blanket, bed, or your lap. Many cats will do this just with their front two paws, whilst others will […]

The Importance of Pet Insurance If your pet becomes ill or gets injured, vet bills can very quickly start to add up. Sadly, many owners find themselves in the position of not being able to afford to foot the bill for potentially lifesaving treatment for their beloved pet. Having the right insurance policy can help […]

As many owners will never have to deal with their pet having worms, it can be easy to think that it is not worth worrying about. However, worming is vitally important to keeping your pet healthy, and should be carried out regularly to help prevent your pet from becoming infected. What are worms? There are […]

Many people enjoy the fireworks displays which are so common at this time of year, but for your pets the flashes and bangs can cause a huge amount of confusion, fear and anxiety. With fireworks night coming up, you may have already started preparations for your pet, but if not then now is the time […]

The Importance of Vaccination Unfortunately, many pet owners do not believe that having their pet vaccinated is important. This can be for various reasons, such as thinking that vaccinations make no difference, aren’t safe, or are simply a way for vets to make more money. The truth is that vaccinations do make a huge difference […]

The National Cat Awards winners have been announced! The National Cat Awards are held annually by feline charity Cats Protection and feature multiple categories including Outstanding Rescue Cat, Hero Cat, Most Caring Cat, and Furr-ever Friends. This year’s overall winner was eight-year-old cat Theo from Redditch, Worcestershire. As a kitten, Theo suffered with a near […]

The warm summer months are a great time to get out and about and enjoy time outside with your pet. However, when the temperature rises, it’s important to make sure that your cat or dog stays cool and comfortable in the heat. In their seasonal advice, the RSPCA layout a few top tips for keeping […]

Why should I have my pet microchipped? As June is National Microchipping Month, we thought it would be a great opportunity to remind pet owners about the importance of having your pet microchipped. Microchipping is mandatory for dogs in the UK, but there are still a huge number of pets which are not currently chipped, […]

About The Declaration As you may have seen recently on my Facebook page, I am proud to support the International Declaration of Responsibilities to Cats. Whilst there are millions of dedicated cat owners and feline professionals like myself who care deeply for the welfare of cats, sadly life can be tough for many cats all […]