Cat ownership went through the roof during the pandemic — and for good reason. As reported by the BBC, nearly 12 million cats now provide Brits with play and plenty of purrs, and 74% of owners said that their new pet helped them cope with life in lockdown. However, cats do far more than comfort […]
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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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The following story was submitted by Lisa: I’d been mourning the loss of my beautiful long-haired ginger and white kitty-man, Walter. (Sir Walter Growly), who passed away at age 16. Neighbors reported a cat was living wild, seen leaping 6 ft up to snatch birds in flight. During a fierce winter storm he was trapped […]
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Hi everyone, We received quite a few inquiries about Whisker Fatigue over the last month and therefore thought it was worth reposting our original guide with some extra information. First of all for those that missed the original post what is Whisker Fatigue: “In basic terms, whisker fatigue is simply over-stimulation of the sensory system […]
Advice & Tips, Mews
NEW PFMA Pet Population Data Highlights Pet Peak but the Number of Owners Giving up Their Pet is Huge Concern
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Today, the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) releases its annual population data, with a record 35m pets in the UK in 2022. Pet ownership is at a peak and 17.4m households (62%) own a pet[i][i]. In the UK there are now 13m dogs and 12m cats, 1.6m indoor birds, 1.4m domestic fowl, 1m rabbits, 900k […]
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April marks National Pet Month, celebrated as an appreciation of pet ownership. More than 1 in 4 UK households own a cat, but many don’t realise all the physical and mental health benefits of owning a feline companion. Cats bring unconditional love into people’s life. Whether it’s curling up in their lap after a long […]
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Now that we’re stepping into Spring, we may be thinking about tidying up our houses and gardens to welcome the warmer weather. However, whilst springtime is a season enjoyed by humans and animals alike, it can also bring with it some dangerous risks to the dogs and cats in our lives. With that in mind, […]
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A cat owner from Truro who fought in vain to help an underage kitten that she purchased over the Internet is the focus of a new Cats Protection documentary released this week. Samantha Webb, 32, tells the emotive story of her kitten Franky in a documentary entitled “The Big Kitten Con” which sheds light on […]
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This article first appeared on iCatCare here. If your cat has been diagnosed with pancreatitis, it can be very worrying and hard to understand. The pancreas is an organ in the abdomen (belly) that has several important roles in the body. It sits next to the stomach and small intestine and is involved in making […]
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National Pet Month is a celebration of pet ownership, and a time to reflect on all the positive benefits of owning a pet. The UK is a nation of pet lovers, with around 45% of people having at least one pet in their household. The pandemic saw a massive rise in pet ownership. At least […]
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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 darling, Honey. Her beautiful, loving demeanor is just […]
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3,000 UK cat and dog owners surveyed to reveal over a quarter of UK pets have their own social media account Of the 516 people who responded saying they follow social media pet accounts, 40% of these buy from brands recommended by other pet influencers 1 in 10 cat and dog owners say their pet […]
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Feature image is of the London Cat Clinic. The idea of clinics which were less stressful for cats started with a competition to encourage veterinary professionals to think about the cat experience in their own clinics. 10 years ago it grew into the Cat Friendly Clinic (CFC) accreditation programme we all know today. The programme […]
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Hi everyone, Here is yet another funny cat video of our friends at BuzzFeed Which one of the “judgments” was your favourite? 🙂 And does your cat judge you in the same way? Let us know in the comments!
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Food-Loving Feline who Weighed More Than 1.5 Stone Sheds the Pounds in bid to Find new Home
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Motsy came into the RSPCA’s Newport Animal Centre last October after her owner sadly passed away. On arrival she weighed 10.1kg – more than twice the weight of an average adult cat and roughly the same as a small dog like a West Highland Terrier. Motsy’s size meant she was unable to get in and […]
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Digital magazine and newspaper app Readly reveals the most popular topics pet owners search and read about in a new study as it reports a nation of pet lovers spend hours reading about their pet. British pet owners are most likely to read and search topics including ‘can my pet get COVID-19?’, ‘is my pet overweight?’ […]
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Sadly two of the kittens had already died The RSPCA rescued a mum and three kittens who were discovered sheltering in a shed in West London. The tiny kittens, who are just two weeks old, were very weak and sadly two of the litter had already died when they were discovered with their stray mum […]
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Buying a kitten is a big responsibility and a decision that will stay with you for the cat’s lifetime. The Kitten Checklist is here to help you make an informed decision and to help you find a healthy, friendly kitten and avoid some of the pitfalls which can occur. View and download The Kitten Checklist […]
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HOW TO KEEP YOUR DOG AND CAT SAFE FROM THE EASTER BUNNY 14 April 2022 Around the country millions of people will be indulging in the joys of Easter, but not everyone will be aware of the danger that some of our favourite traditions pose to our dogs and cats. With this in mind, leading […]
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A few chocolate buttons or a small chunk could kill a cat, vets at the nation’s leading cat charity have warned in the run up to Easter. Just two grams of chocolate could be toxic to our feline friends, Cats Protection’s Central Veterinary Officer Sarah Elliott cautioned: “Eating even a small amount of chocolate could […]
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A much-loved family cat from South East London has overcome the odds to make a full recovery following a traumatic traffic incident which left her with a fractured pelvis. Cherished puss Rosie required emergency treatment from vet charity PDSA after her owner, Laura (35), returned home to discover her struggling to walk and unable to […]
Advice & Tips, international cat care
International Society of Feline Medicine Press Release: Record Demand for Better Ways to Treat Cats
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The International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM), the veterinary division of the charity International Cat Care, continues to grow and develop to meet increasing demands from practitioners worldwide for ways to improve their care of cats. This growing desire for resources and information may be linked to what seems to be an increase in the international […]
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************* PRESS RELEASE************ Landlords to be surveyed on damage to property THOUSANDS of UK landlords and lettings agencies are to be targeted during April in order to establish the true cost of damages to rental accommodation by tenants. The “What’s the damage?” online survey is a joint project between lettings industry trade bodies National Residential […]
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The Yorkshire Vet Julian Norton attended the celebratory event to show his support The RSPCA Cat Hub in Darlington has today (Tuesday 29th) rehomed its 1,000th cat in a special event which saw a guest appearance from The Yorkshire Vet Julian Norton. The Cat Hub was set up by the RSPCA four years ago to […]
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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. “What a day” – Lily.” Sent in by Stephanie via email. […]
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The following infrographic first appeared on Jeanne Foguth’s Blog: Many of us love the look of certain breeds of cats and dogs but do we know the risks these are susceptible to from a genetic background? The following insurance by pet insurance company Petinsurancecomparison analysed the higher risks to certain genetic diseases and their associated […]
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International Cat Care is delighted to announce that Nicola Martin will be joining the charity to take over from Claire Bessant, who will be retiring in August after 28 years as CEO. Veterinary surgeon Nicola brings a wealth of experience to the organisation as she is currently Chief Executive of Canine Partners. She is also […]
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How to care for your pets this Easter As the time for Easter treats approaches, we’re all looking forward to enjoying the celebrations – but it’s a tempting time for our pets too! PDSA Vet Nurse Shauna Spooner said: “As much as we love to indulge in all of the delicious chocolatey treats at Easter, […]
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She was the oldest ever cat to come into the RSPCA’s animal rehoming centre in Worcester She had people willing to adopt her from Australia, Japan and the USA after her story made headlines around the world. But Morag, the golden oldie who found herself in rescue at the grand old age of 21, has […]
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Wood Green, The Animals Charity has now revealed a significant new development at its 43-acre site in Cambridgeshire. Following years of planning and disrupted construction during a pandemic, the Snowden Cat Care Centre is now operational and enabling the charity to provide even better care to thousands of cats in need. With 60 units, the […]
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Community Cats Podcast will host the ever-popular Online Behavior Day on April 9, 2022. From animal shelter professionals to caregivers and cat owners, this is the perfect event for anyone who has wondered why cats do the things they do. Workshops will focus on an array of subjects, from managing multi-cat households to creating a […]