Guest Star: Cleo the Cat

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CLEO by Mel You would call her a tortoiseshell, sort of. Grey and white and amber and rust and red and brown thrown together in a higgly-piggly, haphazard but ultimately aesthetic kind of way. White socks on each tiny foot, her back feet splayed outward like a ballerina’s when she runs. Sturdy head and body, […]

The Comfort Cat in San Francisco

The following story was submitted by Mary C. Holly lives in a crowded and noisy part of San Francisco, California. I live in a quieter neighbourhood in San Francisco and when gone from home for a length of time Holly temporarily moves into the vacant studio apartment which is connected to my house. Holly also […]

Whiskers Fatigue & Other Problems and How to Prevent Them With Wide and Elevated Bowls

From our original post a couple of months ago we’ve had loads of inquiries from international readers about these bowls and we are pleased to let you know that we now have improved shipping rates live via DPD direct in our blog online shop! Therefore we thought it was a good time to re-post this […]

Purrsday Poetry: Pussinsky

Sir Edmund Hilary was not as brave! Paw over paw you scaled the mattress blue Your tiny claws like pitons, stave on stave: A valiant heart, magnificent and true! You were still white from tip of nose to tail!* Your eyes not even fully open yet; Although you turned your mama’s whiskers pale, Upon a […]

Why Do Cats Have Rough Tongues?

This article first appeared on iCatCare here. A cat tongue is a remarkable thing. It has several important jobs. As an inbuilt comb, the tongue is covered with hook-shaped barbs that face backwards. When pulled through the fur these part it and remove dead hair and debris to keep the coat in perfect condition and […]

Dementia in Pets

How to recognise the signs this Dementia Action Week (20–26 May) and what you can do to help There are an estimated 850,000* people living with Dementia across the UK and, thanks to raised awareness and support services available, those diagnosed with the disease can live long and fulfilling lives. While many of us can […]

How to Prepare Your Cat and Home for a Positive Pet Sitting Experience

Image Source: Unsplash If you adopted a cat during the pandemic, you’ve probably been able to stay at home with them most of the time over the last two years. While it’s great that things are getting back to normal, you might be wondering what to do with your feline friend if they’re not used […]

Dismay as the UK Government Breaks Promise to Protect Animals in Queen’s Speech

Government abandons plans to outlaw practices such as foie gras and fur imports that are cruel to animals and that public wants to see banned A coalition of thirty-eight major animal welfare organisations has reacted with ‘dismay and frustration’ after the UK Government dropped plans to bring in a ban on imports of foie gras […]

Happy #TRT – Tummy Rub Tuesday (Week 403)

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 […]

Working Together, Changing Lives

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 […]

Missing Cat Reunited with homeless owner – now both are seeking their forever home

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 […]

RSPCA appeals to Rehome ‘Garden Cats’

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 […]

Best Budget Cat-Friendly UK Staycations For June Half Term

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 […]

How to Protect Your Pet Against Tick Season

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 […]

Guest Star Cat: Marigold’s Story

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 […]

Leading Cat Charity Reports 25% Rise in Unwanted Kittens

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, […]

How to Safely Trim Your Pets Nails During Lockdown with the ZenClipper

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 […]

Purrsday Poetry: The Sabertooth – Written About Amera’s Cat Saber

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 […]

Cat Spends 365 Days in RSPCA Care Looking for his Fur-Ever Home

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 […]

Pandemic Pets: Brits Favour Dogs & Cats, Aren’t Afraid to Spoil Their Pets

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 […]

How High Does a Cat Fence Need To Be?

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 […]

The Different Types of Pet Owners

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 […]

Happy #TRT – Tummy Rub Tuesday (Week 402)

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 […]

Mews on Awards and Nominations!

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 […]

RSPCA Appeals for Information After Much-Loved Cat is Shot With Air Gun

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 […]

Leading London Vet Stresses Importance of Microchipping After Missing Brent cat Found in Neighbour’s Shed After 13 Days

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 […]

Stress Awareness Month: Spotting Signs of Stress in Cats 

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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 […]

BVA Calls on Animal Owners to ‘Think Before They Type’ as Statistics Show 1 in 2 Vets Exposed to Online Abuse

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 […]

Dr. Oozy by Jona Gorra, M.D.,FACP and Annie Gorra

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, […]

Morris Animal Foundation Announces Funding for Alternative Sterilization Techniques in Cats

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. […]