The following is a guest poetry submission by Michele L.: My Hermes is a cathlete He sprints like he’s running a track meet He leaps through the air , with effort to spare, The finest cat specimen you ‘ll ever meet
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A Cat-Friendly Guide to Barnet
Whether you’re a longtime local, thinking of moving to the area, or simply visiting with [...]
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DIY Pet Projects: Fun and Easy Crafts for Your Furry Friend
Cat in window hammock stock photo via Dreamstime.com Pets aren’t just companions—they’re family. And what [...]
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What to do if you find a stray animal: PDSA tips for helping lost pets
Learn the best steps to take if you encounter a stray animal from PDSA Vet [...]
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Transform Playtime with These Safe and Fun DIY Cat Toys
Upgrade playtime: Try these safe DIY cat toys now! [...]
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Adopt These Kid Friendly Cat Breeds for a Happy Family
Choose These Cat Breeds for a Joyful, Kid-Friendly Home [...]
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Over 4 years ago, the Tiny Terror appeared at the bottom step of our home. He wasn’t more than 6 weeks old. He climbed up to the stair railing, ignoring the curious 60 pound dogs, walked to the second floor porch and meowed. He was so sweet as a kitten, always wanting to be on […]
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This article first appeared on iCatCare here. It’s been suggested that cats play more with ‘dangerous’ prey such as rats in order to practise manipulation and handling while avoiding being bitten. Or it may be that the cat hasn’t learned how to kill it properly and so can’t quite reach that final stage quickly and […]
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This article contains content and images that may be upsetting to some readers. Please take this into consideration or skip today’s post. The latest victim underwent surgery to remove a pellet from her stomach. The RSPCA is appealing for information after a cat was critically injured when she was shot in Hornchurch. The tabby cat, […]
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Hi everyone, Following little story deserved an extra special post for our Tummy Rub Tuesday features! Tallulah is showing off her spotty tummy but Clancy looks somewhat unimpressed. “That’s not how you get attention Tallulah – look at me!” Tallulah: “Very impressive Clancy but are you sure you haven’t dislocated something?!” Clancy: “No Tallulah, everything […]
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Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! The easiest way to enter is by sending them in via info@katzenworld.co.uk. Or just leave a comment with a link to the post / photo you’d like us to use on this blog post. “This is my Rosie back again. She’s showing her adorable tummy […]
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His big blue eyes should have seen only love — but a world of woe glared back at the tiny cat. Houston had a problem – actually, several. Not only was the pint-sized Siamese trapped in a hoarding situation, but he suffered from a severe neurological condition called hydrocephalus. The gentle cat faced a long, […]
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This post first appeared on ProtectaPet here. Popular with families due to their affectionate temperament and undemanding ways, the Norwegian Forest Cat is an amazing companion that can adapt very well to different families and lifestyles. Easily recognizable thanks to their gorgeous, thick coats which are made for enduring the long and harsh Scandinavian winters. Despite […]
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Understanding kidney disease in cats and how to care for them Kidney disease is something we’re familiar with as humans and, although we might take the necessary steps to protect our own health, it’s a condition that is often overlooked in pets. PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing says: “Kidneys help to filter out toxic waste products […]
The feline was discovered just streets away from her home near Durham A pensioner couple were amazed when they were reunited with their pet cat six years after she went missing – thanks to the RSPCA and the power of a microchip. Pauline and Trevor Robinson gave up hope of ever seeing Georgie again after […]
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The pets were left in carriers which had been labelled with their ages The RSPCA is appealing for information after two cats were found abandoned by a canal in Derbyshire. The felines were found in separate pet carriers placed on the towpath of the Trent and Mersey Canal near to Chellaston last Friday (September […]
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I am happy to present to you Lady Velvet, a Purrfect cat. Lady Velvet (Persian:MakhmalBanoo) is a 4 years old Canadian Cat. She was born in the Woodbine neighborhood of Toronto in a family of 6 siblings and found her forever home when she was only 2 months old. Since then, she has been living […]
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It was love at first sight for Lord and Lady Sugar! The RSPCA has issued a special rehoming appeal to find a purrfect home for two cats who fell in love at an RSPCA centre. Both cats were very timid when they each came into the RSPCA Newbrook Farm Animal Centre in Birmingham separately and […]
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Hi everyone, Following from our initial post on the new Nature Line by 4cats we just wanted to remind everyone that the giveaway will close on the 2nd of October at 23.00 UK time. So cast your entries and votes as soon as possible! The new Nature Line, a fabulous more nature line of cat […]
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Hi everyone, Please find below the latest entry in Purrsday Poetry by Floridaborne. My heart, wrapped in love, finds solace in your beauty. The laundry can wait. Floridaborne from TWO ON A RANT. If you would like to enter your own poems for Purrsday Poetry don’t forget to email info@katzenworld.co.uk Never miss a post again by […]
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Image Source: Unsplash There are a million reasons to own a cat. Cats can even benefit your health, as their cuddles are great for stress relief. They make great companions, as well, and they don’t require as much work as dogs and other more demanding pets. Sometimes, your furry friend may want to venture outside […]
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And an RSPCA survey reveals over 11 million people have seen animal cruelty online The RSPCA has seen the number of reports about animal cruelty posted on social media almost double from the previous year as it highlights the worrying increase as part of its Cancel Out Cruelty campaign. The charity’s figures, released today, show […]
Advice & Tips, international cat care
Spotlight on Science: Investigation of Individual Differences as Predictors of Human Interaction Styles With Cats
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This article first appeared on iCatCare here. Just as cats are individuals with their own quirks and preferences, so are people! A recent study by animal welfare researcher and iCatCare Feline Wellbeing Panel member, Dr Lauren Finka and her colleagues, discovered that the variation people show in the way they interact with cats can be […]
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The UK’s leading cat welfare charity has issued an urgent plea for people to adopt felines after its waiting lists soared to a historic high. Cats Protection says the number of cats waiting to enter its 34 Adoption Centres rose by 46 per cent in July 2022 compared to July 2021 (2,582 cats versus 1,766 […]
Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! The easiest way to enter is by sending them in via info@katzenworld.co.uk. Or just leave a comment with a link to the post / photo you’d like us to use on this blog post. “Spoiled recuse kitty from Parkville Animal shelter. Loves to be brushed […]
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Alley Cat Rescue’s African Wildcat Conservation Action Plan: Saving A Species Through TNR
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Alley Cat Rescue’s African Wildcat Conservation Action Plan: Saving A Species Through TNR by Alley Cat Rescue, Inc. Did you know that our domestic house cats, who sit on our laps and sleep on our beds, come from a wild ancestor? That wild ancestor is the African wildcat, Felis lybica lybica. Sadly, habitat loss, hunting, […]
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This post first appeared on ProtectaPet here. As with any pet, it is imperative that you have regular check ups so that a vet can make sure your companion is in the best health possible. The same goes for our lovely feline friends. A vet can make sure that your cat is fully up to […]
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After an extensive search, Mayhew animal welfare charity are today delighted to confirm that its Board of Trustees has appointed a new CEO. Sherine Wheeler brings significant experience from her career in finance and many senior roles in the charity sector, alongside a passion for animal welfare, to take up the helm of the 136-year-old organisation. Starting […]
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Can she save the Happy Endings Bookstore and have the happy ending she deserves? Olivia is back in her hometown to reopen the bookstore her grandmother left her. She has a whole plan mapped out for the Happy Endings Bookstore. Just one problem – she finds out the bank is ready to foreclose on the […]
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This article first appeared on iCatCare here. A cat is, and always will be, a predator. We may selectively breed for the cute attributes they display indoors but let any cat out and he will eventually do what comes naturally. Cats who fill up at home with food will still potentially hunt; appetite only really […]
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Poor Fern hasn’t had much interest from potential adopters A friendly cat who has spent nearly 160 days in RSPCA care is looking for his forever home but sadly has seen little interest from potential adopters. Fern, a three-year-old, Abyssinian crossbreed with black, silver and tabby cat markings, came into the care of the RSPCA […]
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How to Trap Outdoor Cats and Get Them Ready for Winter Certification Workshop Anywhere, USA (September, 2022) – Community Cats Podcast, in partnership with Neighborhood Cats, will host their monthly Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Certification Workshop on Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 2 – 4:30 p.m. EDT. This monthly interactive workshop helps people learn how to help […]
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Hi everyone, With our current 20% special on Necoichi bowls with the code Necoichi we thought it would be a great opportunity to re-visit the dreaded condition of Whiskers Fatigue! “In basic terms, whisker fatigue is simply over-stimulation of the sensory system of the whiskers. What happens when the whiskers are touched too much, even […]
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Hi everyone, Please find below the latest entry in Purrsday Poetry by Ritu: “Feelings for a Feline” He looks at me With soulful eyes They make him seem So terribly wise A look that takes Your breath away And eyes that seem To want to say Why can’t I eat What you have got? Why can’t […]
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Vet charity warn fearful pets face fireworks misery As Bonfire Night approaches, pet owners may find themselves more stressed than excited by the prospect. Vet charity PDSA is urging owners to take preventive action – especially those who took on a pet during the pandemic – in a bid to reduce the extreme distress and […]