PetPanion Issues Cat Parent Alert Ahead of National Cat Celebrations Ahead of National Cat Day (October 29), an App focused on putting pet healthcare and wellbeing on a par with that of humans says the UK’s feline population is showing signs of being cats on hot tin roofs. PetPanion, which encourages pet parents to focus […]
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A Cat-Friendly Guide to Barnet
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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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Meet the Unwanted Victims of Coronavirus : Two Feline Families Left at Vets as Kitten Birth Rates Soar
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Just one of the many restrictions that Covid-19 has imposed on this year is a limit on neutering; given how many animal welfare organisations and veterinary practices had to shut their doors to all but the most pressing of emergencies. Sadly, this has resulted in an increasing number of stray, feral and owned cats giving […]
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Hi everyone, Our latest entry in the Friday Art Cat section comes from Tara Shenker: The artwork is of Manny as a three month old kitten. He is a playful character and trots like a fox. In this pose he has been captured observing objects on a desk. He loves to randomly push objects off […]
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Hi everyone, It’s me little Ha’Penny today! And finally I got to try one of the fabulous 4cats toys that my siblings always get to dig their claws in. 😀 Ha’Penny: Oh Hi there human! So you want to video me with the toy? 😀 Of course! Ha’Penny: So why is the premium rustling cushion […]
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Hi everyone, The below entry to Purrsday Poetry comes from the book “Stop Meowing and Go the F*ck to Sleep” by Rosa Silva. The stars are shining brightly in the velvet sky. A solitary owl is hooting deep. Children are tucked in for the night. So, please stop meowing, and go the f*ck to sleep! […]
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Archie & The Lawlor Cat Hotel: New Book, a “Pawsome Adventure”, Based on Mischief at Real-World Cat Hotel. It’s Time to Check In! Jane Lawlor’s ‘Archie & The Lawlor Cat Hotel’ is an hilarious, adventurous and unforgettable children’s book based on the author’s own real-world cat hotel. Lawlor’s beloved Lawlor Cat Hotel has captured the […]
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Grief is a complicated emotion and the process can and is different for everyone. Each grief can also be very different to a previous grief. The journey for each bereavement is as unique as each cat. Circle of Life You might find that you are able to accept the loss quickly and do not need […]
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Hi everyone, Please find below the latest entry in the icatcare Spotlight on Science series: Mikel Delgado, a member of the iCatCare Feline Wellbeing Panel and feline welfare researcher tells us about her latest research on cross-sucking behaviours in orphaned kittens. When I started working as a postdoctoral researcher at the School of Veterinary Medicine at […]
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Our pets offer us so much – companionship, love, and they even help boost our physical and mental wellbeing – so it’s important that we keep them happy and healthy. One way to do this is to make sure you’re aware of the signs of heart disease, so they can do everything possible to keep […]
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Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! If you’d like your cat to appear in our weekly column via not send them in via info@katzenworld.co.uk. Or just leave a comment with the link to the post / photo you’d like us to use. Mango says you can look but not touch, only when […]
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Keep Your Pet’s Heart Healthy Tomorrow 29th of September 2020 marks World Heart Day There’s no doubt about it, pets well and truly steal our hearts and build an unbreakable bond with us. One way of protecting that very special relationship is to make sure that our pet’s heart is strong and healthy. With ‘World […]
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Hi everyone, It’s me Oliver here today! And look at what my human created with the help of Everence. Oliver: Yes it’s this bracelet in an amazing black onyx but the best part is what I am looking at… the grey Everence Pearl that was created with the DNA of my hair! 😀 Oliver: This […]
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It’s an interesting dubious cat fact, but we think Brutus may be confusing the messages coming from this kitty!
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After debating the pros and cons of getting a furry friend to welcome into your home, you must then decide whether to adopt or shop. This decision is never an easy one to make, with many potential concerns associated with both. There are an abundance of articles and social media pages out there that give […]
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Who dares to trespass my kingdom!!! Begone or i shall have to call in my minions! Oh the noise was just you Nubes =.= Signed by His Meowjesty King Oliver the Maker of Mischief &
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Hi Everyone! My name is Iris and I am the lucky kitten of Nancy and Tom. They adopted me from ARF(Animal Rescue Foundation) last Christmas. I met Nancy and right away I knew that I wanted her to be my mom. She gave me some treats and played with me. She went to see other […]
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It is a tabby cat looking through the fish bowl, lusting after his pet goldfish done in colored pencils. I think I titled it “Here, Fishy, Fishy.” That is sealed behind the frame. It works though lol! By Rachael Ikins Associate Editor Clare Songbirds Publishing House, Auburn NY https://www.claresongbirdspub.com/shop/featured-authors/rachael-ikins/ 2020 NLAPW Biennial Letters Competition 3rd […]
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Hi everyone, With the weather still being unusually warm for us at the moment, one of the big problems that those of us with outdoor cats are faced are the potential of bringing in flees! Now as we know cats LOVE to spend a majority of their day sleeping in their favourite bed… sadly not […]
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Hi everyone, Please find below one of the first entries to Purrsday Poetry that we ever featured. after 5 years of the column we thought it would be good to re-feature some of our earlier entries for those that missed them. 🙂 Today marks our first Purrsday Poem entry which comes from Deborah A. Bowman: […]
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YOUR PET PAW’RENTING STYLE DECODED New study reveals pet parenting personas are as common for cats and canines as they are for kids The ‘Traffic Light’, The ‘Entranced’ or The ‘Sloth’ … which method do you prefer when ‘paw-renting’ your pet? Experts probed the way the country’s dog and cat owners interact with their furry […]
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Hi everyone, We are back for another blast from the past of The amazing adventures of Oliver & Nubia! Today’s story is based on a real story of our the new tower scratcher that our two got a while back. If you’ve missed this story you can find it here and here. Thanks, Marc
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Hi everyone, Please find below the latest entry in the Keeping Cats Safe campaign from iCatCare below: Pica is a term used to describe the consumption of non-edible materials. It’s most common in certain breeds, such as Siamese, Burmese, Tonkinese and other Oriental types, which suggests there may be a genetic component with the trait […]
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PDSA offers advice on how to avoid toxic plants With summer nearly over and autumn just around the corner, the change of seasons can be a brilliant time for you and your pets to enjoy the beautiful scenery as the countryside and parks burst into colour. It’s also important to be aware of the seasonal […]
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Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! If you’d like your cat to appear in our weekly column via not send them in via info@katzenworld.co.uk. Or just leave a comment with the link to the post / photo you’d like us to use. Siblings practicing social distancing (well, they’ve been growing up and […]
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We’ve all heard of ‘puppy dog eyes’, but it can be equally hard to resist the longing looks of a cat craving a tasty tit-bit. Our cats can be vocal when they’re hungry too. You may notice their little, appealing meows grow louder and last a long time. Whether they’re hankering after what’s on your […]
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Meet Kara, a deaf kitten that wobbles as she walks. With help from Battersea’s dedicated staff and volunteers she has overcome all obstacles to find a loving home. Now five months old, the unusual young cat was born in the home of a Battersea foster carer, after her heavily pregnant mum Clementine was brought to […]
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nutravet® is pleased to announce the introduction of nutraren®, its NEW, next generation, kidney health product into its range of veterinary exclusive nutraceuticals. Maintaining optimum kidney health is vital for an animal’s general health and well-being, especially as they get older. The kidneys play a key role in a pet’s health as they filter waste products, control […]
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During lockdown, many people have welcomed a pet into their lives. While taking on a new pet can be a wonderful time, there are significant costs to consider including ensuring pets are covered by insurance should they become unexpectedly ill or be injured in an accident. PDSA Vet Lynne James said: “Pets get themselves into […]
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Charity vets PDSA offer advice during World Alzheimer’s Month September marks World Alzheimer’s Month and vet charity PDSA wants to raise awareness of dementia, memory loss and the impact it can have on pets as well as people. Globally it’s estimated that nearly 50 million people live with dementia and pets can also suffer from a […]
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An Anglian animal charity has launched an appeal for a Great Yarmouth cat with kidney disease after the 10-year-old kitty was made homeless due to a landlord’s no-pets policy. Lynne Pothecary, Publicity Manager at Cats Protection’s Anglia Coastal Branch, said: “It’s a really sad story. Baggy’s owner didn’t want to relinquish her but she had to […]