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. “Hello , Please find some adorable photos of my lockdown kittens, […]
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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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It’s no secret that we believe cats make the world go round. But there are still some naysayers who might believe cat lovers, cat people, and cat ladies are — as the stereotypes go — a little “crazy.” There were once even some science-backed theories surrounding this, including regarding toxoplasmosis, an infection associated with mental […]
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Mar
Mar
The following rescue story first appeared on the RSPCA news site here. (Feature image is a stock photo for illustration purposes) With the help of fire and rescue service, they manage to save a cat which had become trapped 20m up a tree during high winds. The eight-month-old grey and white male cat named Loki […]
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Mar
Mar
For many people, a cat is not just a pet but a cherished family member. You wouldn’t skip celebrating your mum, dad, or sister’s birthday, so shouldn’t your feline friend get some TLC on their big day as well? How do you make this event memorable, given that this is a pet we are talking […]
Advice & Tips, international cat care
The Evidence for Frequent Feeding of Cats to Promote Positive Welfare
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Mar
Mar
This article first appeared on iCatCare here. Members of our veterinary community and the iCatCare Feline Wellbeing Panel explore the recommendation of a recent paper to feed cats once a day and gather evidence as to why the feeding of frequent small meals is more beneficial to the welfare of the cat, taking into consideration […]
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Mar
The following post first appeared on iCatCare: A look back at the trends affecting the mental wellbeing of cats in 2020 and predictions for 2021 With a professional insight into the trends and issues that have an impact on the lives of cats worldwide, iCatCare invited their Feline Wellbeing Panel members to give a round-up […]
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Mar
Below is Smee’s story, photos are attached as well Smee is a Humane Society Rescue, reduced to $16 during the 2011 Sweet 16 where cats were reduced based on day/week of play. We fell in love with him (his name was Oliver). He is a cool, calm cat and quickly fell in line with his […]
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Mar
Mar
Saturday 20 March marks World Oral Health Day and vet charity PDSA is reminding pet owners to check their pet’s dental routine too. Dental disease is common among our four-legged friends, which causes pain, plus it can be linked to other health problems over time. It’s often more obvious in older animals, but problems can start […]
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Mar
Mar
My cats’ choice of mind-altering substances: catnip – definitely silver vine – not bad valerian – wowwwwww-w-w-w-w … Valerian? Nope, it isn’t a planet in Star Trek, but a plant. It often gets added to herbal teas to help insomniacs nod off and, it seems, is irresistible to cats. I won a valerian-infused cat toy […]
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Mar
Mar
You had me at “Meow” Cute little eyes and soft furry coat Swiftly sweeping me off my feet What’s a cat whisperer to do? Completely fall in love with you, that’s what Oh, so lovable Why do fools fall in love? Because kittens can be so darn cute I believe this cat whisperer has been whispered […]
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Kittens are funny, playful, and seriously cute, so it’s no surprise that they make popular pets. Cats are the ideal pet for a busy family that might not have much time to dedicate to a pet like a dog that will often require more attention and daily walking. Most cats are quite happy to be […]
Charity, international cat care, Mews
2020 ‘The Six Stages of Cats’ Photography Competition Winner – Adam Howard from the UK
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Hi everyone, Every year iCatCare runs their popular photo competition. The 12 winners of these competitions always feature in the charity’s annual calendar. And over the next few weeks we will be sharing the stories of each of the winners here on the blog! This is Dom, he spends 99% of his time outdoors. Definitely […]
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Epilepsy affects millions of people around the world, but it can also affect our pets too. Knowing what symptoms to look out for is key, so PDSA vet nurse Nina Downing has put together useful tips for pet owners. “It can be very upsetting if your pet unexpectedly has a seizure, but it’s important to […]
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Top five tips HOW to prepare your pet for you to spend more time out of the house As the world ground to a halt over the past year, where we were all asked to stay home as a result of the pandemic, hope is now on the horizon; with the government revealing the roadmap […]
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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. Meet Remy. Sent in by Frances via email. “This is our cheeky […]
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This article first appeared on iCatCare here. Meet vet Martina Načeradská from the Czech Republic who is paving the way for a better future for cats. After becoming a member of ISFM (iCatCare’s veterinary division) and establishing the first ever Cat Friendly Clinic in the Czech Republic, Martina works tirelessly towards improving feline welfare. We caught […]
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Whilst compulsory dog microchipping has been enshrined in UK law since 2016, there is currently no equivalent legislation covering the microchipping of cats – despite animal welfare charities and organisations including Mayhew unanimously backing such a move. Microchipping owned animals has multiple benefits for the owner, the pet itself and rehoming organisations; including but not […]
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Leading animal welfare charity Battersea is urging struggling owners to bring their pets in to a rescue rather than abandoning them after a heavily pregnant cat was found dumped in a cardboard box. Named Ivy by the charity’s staff, the one-year-old was discovered, trapped along with three other cats, by a member of the public […]
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Mt. Rainier, MD (March 2021) – Alley Cat Rescue, Inc. announced at the beginning of March the start of the Feral Fix Challenge, an annual global event that brings veterinarians and communities together to save cats’ lives. The Challenge invites veterinarians to get involved with trap-neuter-return (TNR) by providing low-cost or free spay/neuter and rabies vaccination […]
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Hi everyone, Please find below a guest story by Angela Ferguson about TaterTor. My husband and I heard a faint crying coming from outside. It sounded like a cat but it also sounded like a little baby. This went on for a couple of days, probably about three or four days. Until one day, my […]
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Advice from vet charity, PDSA With spring within touching distance many of our pets will be spending more time outdoors. As spring plants bloom it’s important to know which to steer clear of if you have pets, such as daffodils, lilies and laburnum. So what shrubs and flowers will give you a colourful yet pet-friendly […]
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Hi everyone, Today we’ve got a rather fun post for you all! As many of you know we love to cook and making Pizza is not an exception here. Of course with cats around this can be hilarious at times! LOL Nubia: Is this a new toy for me? Marc: No it’s not little one. […]
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Mar
Hi everyone, Please find below the latest entry in our poetry section by Galya: before she wakes up and leaves you with an empty lap, you already miss the cat… If you have a poem or story you’d like us to feature why not get in touch with us via info@katzenworld.co.uk Photo Credit: Flickr […]
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By Dr Sarah-Jane Molier MRCVS of We’re All About Pets It is not unusual for cats to vomit (throw up) every now and then. Vomiting itself is not a disease, but rather a symptom. This means that there is always an underlying cause for a cat vomiting. There are many potential reasons why your cat […]
Charity, international cat care, Mews
2020 ‘The Six Stages of Cats’ Photography Competition Winner – Katie Chippendale from the UK
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Hi everyone, Every year iCatCare runs their popular photo competition. The 12 winners of these competitions always feature in the charity’s annual calendar. And over the next few weeks we will be sharing the stories of each of the winners here on the blog! Peppa is a rescue cat, she was found abandoned in a […]
Advice & Tips, Charity, international cat care
Hard to Handle: How do Cats Respond to Different Types of Handling?
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Mar
Mar
This post first appeared on iCatCare here. At iCatCare we recognise how important gentle positive handling is to protect both a cat’s mental wellbeing and physical health. In fact, positive gentle handling is a key component of our Cat Friendly Clinic programme – our worldwide programme from our veterinary division The International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) designed to help reduce stress […]
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Mar
The following article first appeared on iCatCare here. Wildlife killed by cats is a common concern for conservationists and cat owners, but many owners also feel that keeping their cats indoors or restricting their outdoor access would impact negatively on their cats’ quality of life. A new study by the University of Exeter has found […]
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Mar
Mar
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. “Bast will be 4 in March. I thought, silly me, I’d […]
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The following post first appeared on ProtectaPet here. Enhancing your cat’s life with a diverse range of cat friendly flowers can be extremely enriching and comes with a whole host of benefits, for you and your cat! In fact, the right cat friendly plants can even help your cat lose weight, fight infection, alleviate itching, […]
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Leading animal welfare charity Battersea is warning anyone considering getting a new pet of the potential risks of buying dogs and cats online after recently taking in a puppy sold under false pretences and a sickly kitten sold to an unsuspecting couple. Three-month-old Rolo was brought to Battersea’s Old Windsor Centre when his owner discovered […]