Cat health & behaviour

cat prints in snow

How to care for a cat in winter: Essential tips and advice

23rd December, 2021

Discover how to keep your cat warm and happy during the cold winter months. Learn essential tips for winter cat care to ensure a purr-fectly cosy season....

cat stepping out of a litter box

Common cat toilet problems

23rd December, 2021

Cats can develop digestive problems or issues going to the toilet. These problems can be painful and, in some cases, serious. That’s why it’s important to recognise the warning signs....

Cat with child playing

Cats benefit from adoption by families with children with autism

30th September, 2021

Cats are wonderful companions for children of all ages, helping to teach empathy, compassion and responsibility. And children with additional needs have just as much — if not more — to gain from forming a bond with a family pet....

Cat Petting

Let your cat choose when to be petted

14th September, 2021

Cats are more loving when people are in tune with their needs, researchers have shown. Cats have a reputation for being stand-offish and perhaps not as friendly as dogs. While this is unfair, most cats do tend to appreciate interacting with humans on their own terms....

Cat eating meal

Cats prefer to get free meals, study shows

24th August, 2021

Cats may be expert hunters, but when given the choice between a free meal and performing a task for a meal, most cats prefer the food that doesn’t require much effort....

Young Cat Breed

Best small cat breeds that look like kittens forever

18th August, 2021

What’s better than a cat that’s super cute? Yes, you’re right, one that’s super cute AND super tiny! As if choosing the right cat for you and your family wasn’t hard enough, we’ve just made it so much harder....

A cat sunbathing on a large boulder outside

Sunburn in cats

11th August, 2021

Just as with humans, cats can suffer sunburn. And while the initial symptoms might pass in a day or two, the longer-term effects of UV rays and sunburn can have a serious effect on their health....

Cat with golden collar

How to choose the right cat collar

9th August, 2021

There’s no rule that says your cat should wear a collar, but it does come with some benefits. Not only does a collar provide a useful safety measure for your feline friend, it can also help you keep track of them if they like to go on adventures....

cat paw touching persons hand

How smart is your cat?

16th July, 2021

Read on to learn about why researchers think we could be underestimating our pets, and how yours could pick up a surprising number of skills with the right teaching....