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. Morris joins us from Pounce to Life! 🙂 Say hello to […]
Advice & Tips
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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Jul
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Advice & Tips
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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Jun
Jun
Advice & Tips Charity
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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May
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Advice & Tips
Transform Playtime with These Safe and Fun DIY Cat Toys
Upgrade playtime: Try these safe DIY cat toys now! [...]
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May
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Advice & Tips
Adopt These Kid Friendly Cat Breeds for a Happy Family
Choose These Cat Breeds for a Joyful, Kid-Friendly Home [...]
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By Street Cats of Vis The saying “It takes a community to care for community cats” is so true, and we have a story to share with you today about a beautiful collaboration that changed the life of a cat named Spotti. Spotti was found at Wellington, the Vis town dump, and it was clear […]
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May
May
A two-year-old black cat called Molly, from Brent, North West London who went missing on 1st April 2022 after having scarpered out of his home on the exact same day owner, Colin Ortutai-Hughes, had been instructed to leave the property by his letting agent, is now safely back and reunited with her owner. Molly, a domestic […]
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May
May
The charity hopes to find homes for nervous cats who need outdoor space ‘Farm cats’ are often nervous around people but still need someone to provide food, water, shelter and veterinary care when needed. As the name suggests, they would most likely be best suited to a farm, smallholding, or riding stables but some have […]
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May
May
Paying for cat sitters or catteries when you go on holiday can be expensive Many hotels in the UK will let cats stay for a small extra charge or even free Consumer expert Tom Church reveals how you can save over £115 with a train ticket from London to Newcastle for one holiday (Credit: Imogen […]
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May
As we approach the warmer months, many of us will be looking forward to spending more time outdoors with our pets. While summertime brings many joys, it also marks the start of tick season, meaning now is the prime time to get your pet protected. PDSA Vet Nurse, Nina Downing, said: “Ticks are small parasites […]
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May
The following story was submitted by Ralph: We met Marigold at a cat show where there were cats available for adoption. At 4 months old, she stole our hearts. At the time we were unaware the she was FIV positive. We gave her medication to get it under control for 6 months. She’s healthy now […]
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May
May
With the cost of living spiralling, an increasing number of pet owners can no longer afford to keep their beloved animals. In the first quarter of 2022, Cats Protection, the UK’s leading feline charity, has seen a 25% increase in the number of kittens being handed over to their adoption centres*. As kitten season starts, […]
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May
May
Hi everyone, No matter if you have a dog, cat or small furry such as a rabbit, keeping your pet’s nails in good shape is an important part of being a pet guardian. And of course with many of us still in lockdown around the world this isn’t always an easy task! Are you one […]
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In liquid dappled grace the creature glides Through tangled jungles: gloomy, humid, green, Impenetrable: nothing’s to be seen: His camouflage mysteriously hides His fluid form. He softly floats and slides From shade to shade at home in this demesne. The sabertooth, whose feral sense is keen, Leaps at the reptile, with huge strength bestrides His […]
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Bee Bee was rescued by the charity after suffering an injury to his face The RSPCA is appealing to find a fur-ever home for a cat called Bee Bee who has been in the charity’s care for over ONE YEAR. Bee Bee, an eight-year-old male black and white cat, was rescued last May when he […]
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New poll also finds 65% of British pet-owners are dog-owners, 41% have cats Over half of pet owners allow their pet to sleep in their bed & are willing to splurge on premium pet food The majority spend £26-£50 per month on their pet and prefer to shop in-store versus online New research released reveals […]
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This post first appeared on ProtectaPet here. We all know that cats have “nine lives”, but have you ever pondered how far yours can jump? The distance a cat can jump is determined by a variety of factors, including age, weight, agility, and overall health. Furthermore, a smaller kitten may not be able to jump […]
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Photo courtesy of Unsplash Pets provide unconditional love and support to their owners and many care for their pets as if they’re family members. As you embark on this journey, keep in mind that pet ownership is a huge responsibility. Your bond with your new pet develops over time, and soon you will discover your […]
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May
May
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 Princess. She’s embarrassed that she fell asleep playing with her toy […]
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Hi everyone, It’s Oliver here with some super amazing pawesome news! My siblings and I (thanks to the help of our humans of course) have once again made it on the top spot on the Vuelio’s Top 10 UK pet blog list for 2022! This is for a SIXTH year running! 😀 Sister Nubia of […]
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Friday 6 May 2022 Siberian Forest cat Dante has the pellet embedded in his thigh The RSPCA is appealing for information after a Siberian Forest cat was shot in the thigh with an air gun in Reigate, Surrey. The four-year-old male cat was shot around a month ago in the village of Leigh however the […]
Advice & Tips, Charity
Leading London Vet Stresses Importance of Microchipping After Missing Brent cat Found in Neighbour’s Shed After 13 Days
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A domestic male, short-hair black-and-white cat from Brent called Jet had a lucky escape when he was heard meowing from underneath a pile of pallets in a nearby resident’s garden shed less than two minutes’ away from his home – 13 days after having first gone missing. Jet, a much-loved one-and a-half year old pet […]
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Cats can easily become stressed when there are changes to their environment, so it’s important to identify any triggers that can cause anxiety. Like us, our furry friends have individual personalities and will therefore be affected by different things. PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing said: “Changes to a cat’s surroundings can sometimes have a negative […]
Charity, Mews
BVA Calls on Animal Owners to ‘Think Before They Type’ as Statistics Show 1 in 2 Vets Exposed to Online Abuse
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The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is calling on animal owners to consider the impact their online behaviour has on vets and veterinary teams. Figures released today to mark World Veterinary Day show 1 in 2 vets working in clinical practice experienced online abuse last year. As part of their new ‘Respect your vet team – end […]
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My love for cats goes all the way back when I was growing up in the Philippines. We were struggling financially so we cannot afford to indulge them. I promised myself that when I finish school and find work, I will pamper them. When I migrated to the US and put up a medical practice, […]
Charity, Mews
Morris Animal Foundation Announces Funding for Alternative Sterilization Techniques in Cats
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DENVER, 2022 – Morris Animal Foundation is now accepting proposals for studies focused on the development of nonsurgical sterilization approaches to humanely control populations of free-roaming community cats. “We are excited to announce a funding opportunity that has great potential to contribute to thoughtful feline population management,” said Dr. Janet Patterson-Kane, Morris Animal Foundation Chief Scientific Officer. […]
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Bean and Having fun With his 4cats Premium Cat Wrestler! Written by Mel on behalf of Bean From the moment I took this toy out of the box my cat, Bean, was in love. From smelling to chewing, scratching and cuddling there is nothing Bean doesn’t love about playing with it. It kept him entertained […]
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Cats at all stages of life will thrive on a high-protein, high-moisture diet that is rich in substances only found specifically in meat. When purchasing food for your cat, it’s important that the ingredients contain a mixture of the best cuts of meat and offal which provide amino acids, fats, essential vitamins and minerals. This […]
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Poor puss was suffering with swelling so severe she couldn’t open her eyes A stray cat with a severely swollen, bleeding head is making a remarkable recovery in RSPCA care. The adult female cat had been straying in the Horden area, near Peterlee, but locals became very concerned for her welfare after they noticed her […]
Advice & Tips, Charity
International Cat Care launches new Cat Friendly Principles at Church House event in London
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After facing a challenging few years working amidst the global pandemic, the International Cat Care team were back in person to celebrate the charity’s recent achievements and announce the launch of their new Cat Friendly Principles. The ‘Being Cat Friendly’ event held on 29th April at Church House, London also marked the 10th anniversary of their […]
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Pet travel experts PBS Pet Travel have created a useful guide to help your four-legged friend enjoy trips abroad as much as you do! With travel opportunities at their best for a few years now, more and more people are opening up to foreign holidays, travelling or even emirgrating. Latest govt figure show that 403,000 […]
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The Cat-ostrophic Capital of the UK is revealed! The incredibly selfless, brave and challenging work that firefighters do across the country every day is why they are a much loved, and highly appreciated, emergency service. However, it’s not just people that they save; for their work often includes saving our much loved four-legged furry friends […]
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 cat Galaxy, and as you can see he […]
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Cats are revealed as the overall best pet for people in their senior years The best cat breeds for later life are Ragdoll, Siamese and Maine Coon based on the cost, friendliness and ability to be around other pets and children In 2nd place are dogs and indoor birds and guinea pigs came joint 3rd […]