Emaciated and Severely Dehydrated Kitten Discovered in Derelict Garden

Emaciated and Severely Dehydrated Kitten Discovered in Derelict Garden A seven-week-old stray kitten, who was extremely weak and thin, was recently found in a derelict garden in North West London. A member of the public had discovered the frail and emaciated ginger feline, named Mr Gold, and immediately called animal welfare charity, Mayhew. Mayhew’s Deputy […]

The Mog on the Tyne cat cafe in Newcastle

Newcastle is host to not just one but two cat cafes – CatPawCino on the Quayside, and Mog on the Tyne, which is a little nearer the centre of town.  I chose to visit the latter simply because the name – a pun on the famous (or at least, locally famous) song The Fog on the […]

Cat Café, a new Crazy Cat Lady cozy mystery

Cover Art by Leslie Cobb Cat Café, the 5th Crazy Cat Lady cozy mystery by Mollie Hunt A body is discovered on the floor of the cat café, and all the black cats are missing! Sixty-something cat shelter volunteer Lynley Cannon always finds more trouble than a cat in catnip, but this time it’s not about […]

Guest Star: Adventures of Harley & Alleana! ~Their Story~ by @AshTheGamingFox

Hi everyone, Please find below a guest story by AshTheGamingFox: In 2015, my neighbors decided to get a cat, he was a male tabby mix and his name is Harley. Harley had a best friend who was a Jack-Russel Terrior mix, named Teddy. Teddy was a sweet dog as for Harley he was more of an […]

‘The Complete Cat’ Art Exhibition – Artist Biographies Part 1

At International Cat Care we are very excited about an upcoming art exhibition ‘The Complete Cat’, held in collaboration with the Society of Feline Artists (SOFA). The exhibition will be held 23rd November – 8th December 2018 in the beautiful Rook Lane gallery in Frome, Somerset. SOFA is a federation of talented professional artists working […]

Renegade & Freya: Read on for a Calm Feline Friend this Bonfire Night

Hi everyone, It’s me Rennie here today. For those of you not in the UK you are probably wondering what my sister and I mean by keeping your feline friend calm during Bonfire night! Freya: I’ve not actually encountered a Bonfire night yet either… so could you enlighten me what it is all about brother? […]

Portrait of a Cat: Blaze Achew Panda-monium

I hear a sudden crash and I go numb. I hope that no one’s hurt! Another lamp? Aw, Blaze! You manic moth-hunter, you scamp! How many have you shipwrecked, smashing chum? Do you expect some high encomium? Some florid phrase to glorify your stamp, Wherein, you dashing enemy of the amp, I celebrate Blaze Panda-monium? […]

The Five Best Cat Cafes in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is one of the most exciting international cities in the world.  Despite the energy-sapping heat and humidity, it teems with vitality, from ultramodern Hong Kong Island and its architectural skyline to mysterious Kowloon with its lively neighborhoods and street markets. Hong Kong is distinctly Chinese, but feels more global with a large expat population […]

Giveway: A Chance to Make Your cat Happy with Almo Nature!

Hi everyone, It’s me Freya back again with my brother Rennie. Freya: Rennie!!! What have you found here! And why didn’t you call me over straight away?!? Rennie: Me? I am just guarding this stack of Almo Nature Alternative for all of us… Freya: Yeah right! You were planning to eat it all on your […]

1 in 3 of UK Pet Guardians worry that their pet is overweight

1 in 3 of UK Pet Guardians worry that their pet is overweight A third of British pet owners believe their pooches and moggies have piled on the pounds and fear their pet is overweight. Concern over podgy pets has grown in the last few years, with veterinary professionals reporting an increase in levels of […]

Meet the Cats of the National Trust

Paul Tanqueray, Elinor Sutherland, Mrs Elinor Glyn (1864-1943) with her two cats 'Candide' and 'Zadig' at Montacute House, Somerset.

Meet the Cats of the National Trust From Sir Winston Churchill and Thomas Hardy, to Betty Hussey, who left her cat – along with her house – to the National Trust: we meet some of the fabulous felines that reigned in these stately homes and the people who loved them. Chartwell, Kent: Sir Winston Churchill […]

Happy #TRT – Tummy Rub Tuesday (Week 221)

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 […]

Kittenhood Photography Competition Winner – Lindsey Chadwick

2018 ‘Kittenhood’ photography competition winning image – photographed by Lindsey Chadwick from the UK ‘No matter how difficult a day I’ve had, whenever I look at this picture of Dillie, I can’t help smiling! Dillie arrived at the Charity where I work with her mum. She was only 8 weeks old and absolutely tiny for […]

Au revoir cher ami! A farewell salute to Petya…

“If having a soul means being able to feel love, and loyalty, and gratitude, then animals are a lot better off than a lot of humans.”  – James Herriot Our very dear friend, Petya, has crossed the Rainbow Bridge all too suddenly. While his, well-trained humans were away, one out of France, the other at […]

The Katzenworld Cats: Oliver & Renegade Versus the Mouse! Will They Succeed?

Hi everyone, It’s me little Freya here today! And look I am watching my brothers with the Doc & Phoebe feeder mouse. 😀 Freya: This was our new box featuring the new design! 😀 Rennie: Looks nice but when can I dig my teeth into the juicy mice!!! Freya: Look they are out of their […]

Friendships Between Cats and Humans

Cats can be wonderful friends for humans, if there is some level of mutual understanding and acceptance between human and cat. There are two lovely cats in my life who know what to expect from me, and I know some of the things I can expect from them. I noticed how much easier it was […]

Antifreeze – a Hidden Danger to Pets.

Antifreeze – a Hidden Danger to Pets. This year’s National Pet Show at the Birmingham NEC is focused on promoting pet welfare, and they are working alongside the PDSA to teach pet owners how to protect and care for their pets, particularly against hidden dangers in and around the home. As we approach the colder […]

Guest Star: Squeaky the Stressed-Out cat

Hi everyone, Today’s guest post comes from our good friend Ben Herman and his cat Squeaky: Squeaky the Stressed-Out cat Our cat Squeaky is definitely one of a kind.  I’ve blogged about Squeaky before.  Michele and I took her in when her previous human abruptly decided that he had too many cats.  Since Squeaky wasn’t getting […]

Friday Art Cat: Yuki the Snow Bengal

FRIDAY ART CAT    Yuki the Snow Bengal “Yuki”.  Unison soft pastels on ClaireFontaine Pastelmat.  24*30cm.   This is a snow bengal cat which I was kindly given permission to sketch.  I was struck by her amazing colouring and regal pose! I have a soft spot for blue-eyed cats – probably because I have never […]

Renegade & Freya: No More Smelly Bin!

Hi everyone, Today we are back with our own purrsonal look at the VentiFresh! For the last month, our humans have been trialling this device to see how good it actually is but of course before we get to that… it’s time for some catvestigation. 😀 Renegade: Are the humans trying to say that I […]

Purrsday Poetry – Cattitude Class

Hi everyone, Please find below the latest entry in the Purrsday Poetry series by steffthecat. Cattitude class Join the teacher At a zoo What an excellent job Stop and run We won’t be dinner! This post first appeared on: https://steffwordpress.wordpress.com/2018/05/20/cattitude-class/

The Catnip and 4catsnip effect! Getting high!

The day came where we were delivered a box with goodies in it! I was so excited. I smelt the box straight away! Mum, got her special knife, opened the box and oh boy, it was like Christmas! I was surrounded by toys that smelt so good and treats! The box is amazing too, it […]

Keeping Pets Safe this Autumn: How to Avoid Toxic Plants

Keeping pets safe this autumn PDSA offers advice on how to avoid toxic plants Temperatures are starting to drop and that fresh, crisp autumnal feel is in the air. Autumn can be a brilliant time for you and your pets, and a time to enjoy the beautiful scenery as trees change from green to an […]

Protect Your Pet from Suffering a Fireworks Misery This Party Season

Hi everyone, With fireworks season on the horizon here in the UK we thought it important to share some tips and advice around fireworks as well as what products can be used to help keep your pets calm! Fireworks can be extremly stressfull for many pets both from our own experience and through advice from […]

Happy #TRT – Tummy Rub Tuesday (Week 220)

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 […]

Kittenhood Photography Competition Winner – Claire Mowforth: Nancy

2018 ‘Kittenhood’ photography competition winning image – photographed by Claire Mowforth from the UK ‘We started fostering kittens for the Blue Cross back in 2014, and have had an almost constant flow of cats and kittens ever since! I often photograph the kittens for the Blue Cross to then use on their facebook page or […]

Cat Discovered With Fractured jaw Finds his Happily Ever After Home

Cat Discovered With Fractured jaw Finds his Happily Ever After Home A young cat, who was discovered with a fractured jaw, has now found the purrfect new home. The ginger feline was first discovered by a member of the public near Wembley Park in North West London in February this year. The two-year-old, named Simba, […]

The Best European Destinations for Cat-Lovers to Prowl

The Best European Destinations for Cat-Lovers to Prowl When we think of a kitty-centric country, our thoughts might turn to ancient Egypt, where cats were worshipped, or Japan where on the island of Aoshima, cats outnumber humans six to one. But, of course, Europe is also a haven for cat lovers, which is great news […]