My “Dog”, Zorro Part 1

My Dog, Zorro Part 1 2001-2018 By Kathie Arcide I just lost my dog. First Disclaimer: Zorro was actually a cat, but I’ve never met a cat who acted more like a dog than my Zorro. Anyone who has had pets, if they tell you the truth, will admit to that one animal they loved […]

Preparing for a new Kitten in Your Home

A playful new kitten becoming part of your family is a heart warming moment. To ensure that your new kitten gets the best start in life, we have outlined a few suggestions to help keep them healthy and happy for years to come. Preparing Your Home For Your New Kitten Kittens have a sophisticated sense […]

The Complicated Process of Coming Home 

The complicated process of coming home Author: Rachael Ikins Lola’s hands urge me to the crate. I dig my claws into the blankets. Her voice burbles comforting tones. We’re going somewhere. As the outdoors flashes by the window I wish I could escape and find my sister.  Long ago a man threw us into weeds […]

Friday Art Cat: The Pencilled Kitten

FRIDAY ART CAT   The Pencilled Kitten Sketch of a kitten in pencil on paper.  36x26cm. Sometimes less is more… Whenever I have a stand at cat shows with my friends the Katzenworld guys, this rather spare, quick sketch of mine gets a mention.  I think it’s something about the attitude or pose of the […]

Katzenworld Cats: Tasty Food that Helps Rescues & Biodiversity Projects

Hi everyone, It’s me little Freya today! And I am quite obviously starving… Why do I have to wait for more food?!? Nubia: You are over exaggerating little one and most certainly getting ahead of yourself… we need to introduce what you are trying before you demand more! Nubia: Today our humans have decided to […]

Purrsday Poetry: Humans are Fragile Things

Hi everyone, Please find below the latest entry in Purrsday Poetry by Nicolas Rogers: Humans are Fragile Things Humans are fragile things; It’s why I make them my slaves. They beg for my love and affection; I think they’re pathetic and depraved. I only want three things: A bed, food and sleep, And if a human […]

Drastic action is needed!

OMC, I cannot believe what has happened!!! I talk to my mum alot especially for treats and more importantly food! How else do I keep up my stunning look of a Panther?! There’s me minding my own paws, going about my business and my mum announces that she’s made herself deaf!! WORST THING EVER! It […]

Keep Your Pets Safe for Chinese New Year!

Hi everyone, With Christmas and New Years eve behind us, that should be it for many of us as far as the festival seasons are concerned! But Chinese New Year is more and more becoming something celebrated not just by those with roots in Asia but becoming a fun and cool festival to get us out […]

Lost your cat? Read the Top Tips by Anita Kelsey!

By Anita Kelsey – London’s leading cat behaviour councillor It’s a cat owners worst nightmare when their cat goes missing. Panic sets in and we feel that our little fur babies will just curl up and die without us. Well, the first thing we need to know is that cats are VERY good at surviving and […]

Happy #TRT – Tummy Rub Tuesday (Week 234)

Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! Oh, and if you haven’t subscribed to our newsletter yet, why not sign up by clicking here to never miss a TRT again. We have setup a Katzenworld Forum and would like to encourage everyone to make their entries for Tummy Rub Tuesday on our dedicated […]

TINKERBELLE REMEMBERS: The Beginning

The Finding of a Therapy Cat: a series about Tinkerbelle, Registered Pet Partner Therapy Cat (retired) and our journey together. By Mollie Hunt Part 26: The Beginning For something different, I’m going to do a way-back, to revisit the very first moment I saw Tinkerbelle at the Oregon Humane Society. The scene was the waiting […]

The Future is Feline: Top Cat Trends for 2019!

Hi everyone, The following blog post was kindly provided by the The Insurance Emporium. Cats. Possibly the most divisive of pets, people seem unable to agree whether they are majestic and glorious, or evil ninjas-in-disguise plotting to take over the world. In truth, it’s probably a bit of both. Love them or loathe them, there is […]

Calling ALL StreetCat Bob Lovers…

Hi everyone, As some of you may already know we will be attending the amazing LondonCats International Cat Show and Cat Expo in the iconic central London venue Tobacco Dock! But… did you know that James Bown and Street Cat Bob will be there?!? That’s right the two will be on site for the entirety […]

Guest Post: The Meowditor-In-Chief

Whether I’m working on a novel or short story,  my cat, Goose, is my faithful companion, my Meowditor-in-Chief. Sometimes he watches from a distance, unblinking cat eyes looking down at me from atop the refrigerator or across the window sill. Other times, he is on the table, keeping a closer eye on my progress. I […]

Tabatha Remembers Crete :)

Good morning to everyone of the Katzenworld realm! This cute stuffed ball of fluff would like to thank you for checking in to read my latest post 🙂 Unfortunately your travel kitty has succumbed to quite a bad bout of flu, of which I am now recovering. However I am certain I will be much […]

The Saga of Princess and the “Little Twit”: who Invaded her Kingdom 3 Christmases ago!

Hi everyone, Please find below a guest post by Catherine L. and her two cats: The Saga of Princess and the “Little Twit”: who Invaded her Kingdom 3 Christmases ago! Princess is a boisterous, feisty girl with a mommy complex (she owns me). When I rescued Rosie, Princess did not take it well, hence the […]

Illustrating Cats. Cats I have known and Cats I would Like to Meet… 

I love cats. So much personality and such a range of characters, from curious stray cats who are nervous to get too close at first to pampered ones who visit from next door and expect a Royal welcome! They all have their own distinct cat attitudes and qualities. As an illustrator, I like to add […]

Renegade and the Mystical Pyramid…

Rennie: Well, hello there human! What brings you to my playground today? You are wondering what I’ve got in front of me…? And why it’s shaped like a pyramid…? Well let me tell you! Rennie: Surely you know by now that us cats were worshipped as gods in ancient Egypt right? So what would be better […]

Purrsday Poetry: Lost cat

Hi everyone, Please find below the latest entry in Purrsday Poetry by Susannah: Lost cat White paws, sleek ears Soft rumbling purr, Long, snow white whiskers And tortoiseshell fur (Did I mention the purr?) Lost cat (I typed) Mislaid, stolen, strayed, Please return safe and sound, (Please return when she’s found) Answers to Bramble (and sometimes […]

Feral Cats in the UK – Adorable or a Danger?

Nothing divides opinion quite as much as cats in the neighbourhood. Are they an outward sign of our sophisticated Western domesticity? Do they add a positive, calming vibe to the street scene? After all, everyone loves a pussycat, no? Well, it depends on whether or not you’re a cat lover, and this is likely to […]

Tips for Introducing a new Kitten or Cat to Your Home

Over a quarter of households[i] now have a cat and the number of pet cats in the UK is on the rise. This is partly fuelled by the growing interest in cats on the internet but also a rise in the number of men owning cats[ii]. Cats are second only to dogs as the most […]

How to Find the Best Cat Scratching Tower for Your Cat

How to Find the Best Cat Scratching Tower for Your Cat by Samantha Marsh – Founder of Tigga Towers Ltd This is a subject close to my heart and the reason that my company, Tigga Towers began nearly 10 years ago. It started with my first Maine Coons, Basher and his partner in crime (my […]

Happy #TRT – Tummy Rub Tuesday (Week 233)

Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! Oh, and if you haven’t subscribed to our newsletter yet, why not sign up by clicking here to never miss a TRT again. We have setup a Katzenworld Forum and would like to encourage everyone to make their entries for Tummy Rub Tuesday on our dedicated […]

TINKERBELLE REMEMBERS: Down Time

The Finding of a Therapy Cat: a series about Tinkerbelle, Registered Pet Partner Therapy Cat (retired) and our journey together. By Mollie Hunt Part 25: Down Time What does a therapy cat do when she’s not visiting her fans? In Tinkerbelle’s case, she’s no different than other cats in that she eats, sleeps, and plays. […]

Tinder for Homeless Cats is a Success in Sweden

Hi everyone, Who would have ever thought that’d be writing about something kind of like a Dating app! The Swdish insurance company Sveland Djurförsäkringar had a brilliant idea by creating Kattis, a social app that’s kind of like Tinder for homeless cats in shelters all across Sweden. We looked at it and thought wouldn’t it be […]

Prancie’s Prayer

Back in 2005, an adorable orange cat showed up at our front door. At the time, we had a nativity scene set up for Christmas so I always say she went to Jesus for help. I finally decided in 2014 to write a story about her, but it took until this year to find a […]

Cornwall cat Wins UK National Award After Miracle Survival From Airgun Attack

Hi everyone, Following on from our story on the PDSA Pet Survivor of the Year 2018 we are pleased to announce that little Dexter, Nubia’s purrsonal favourite won! 😀 Full details below. A miracle cat from Cornwall who survived a horrific attack when he was shot through the mouth has won a national vote to […]

How To Safely Use Essential Oils Around Cats

How To Safely Use Essential Oils Around Cats by Emma Carter Have you ever wondered how your cat feels when you’re using essential oils in your home? Some aromatherapy oils are dangerous to the wellbeing of your cat due to their chemical compositions. Cats and humans are different! Cats can very easily perceive the smell […]