Cats

The Best Outdoor Cat Breeds for Adventure-Loving Owners

According to the American Pet Products Association's National Pet Owners Survey, 2025 , supervised outdoor activity with cats has grown into one of the fastest-rising pet ownership trends in the U.S., with leash-walking and hiking with cats generating over 2 billion views annually on social media platforms.

That growth has a real foundation: certain cat breeds possess the physical build,...

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Cat owners warned over common springtime flowers that can be toxic for cats

As we fill our homes with spring flowers, Petplan is sharing the poisonous plants to keep away from cats.

Last year, Petplan recorded £454,421 in claims for cats with lily poisoning , compared to £11,583 for dogs. Petplan also found cats account for the vast majority of plant-poisoning claims, as between 2023–2025, there were approximately 95% of plant-poisoning claims for cats ....

Johnson's expands popular joint health range with cat mobility in mind

Johnson's Veterinary Products, one of the UK's leading suppliers of pet healthcare products to pet shops and stores, has launched 4Joints® Granules for Cats , a complementary feed specifically formulated to support feline joint health and mobility.

The new granules join the existing 4Joints® range , which currently includes extra-strength tablets, liquid and turmeric granules for...

Silent Signals: Why Your Cat’s Behaviour Could Be a Cry for Help

Changes in your cat’s behaviour can be subtle, but they often tell an important story.

According to PDSA Vet Nurse Shauna Walsh, recognising and preventing stress in cats is one of the most important things owners can do to protect their feline friend’s health and happiness.

This Stress Awareness Month, Shauna shares her advice.

“Cats are very sensitive animals,”...

Faye Winter joins Feliway & Adaptil as ambassador for Pet Anxiety Month

FELIWAY and ADAPTIL, the experts in cat and dog wellbeing, is proud to announce that Faye Winter, TV personality and passionate animal advocate, is the official ambassador for Pet Anxiety Month this March.

As a proud pet parent to both cats, Paddy and Pebbles and her beloved dog, Bonnie, Faye is supporting this campaign to help raise awareness and provide support for other pet owners...

Landmark feline cancer study reveals new genetic insights that could transform treatment options for cats

The first large‑scale genetic study of cancer in pet cats has uncovered crucial cancer‑driving mutations that closely mirror those seen in humans, offering new opportunities to advance diagnosis, prognostication and treatment for cats with cancer.

Part funded by CVS, the research - published in Science - marks a major step forward for the veterinary oncology field and could...

Can pets catch a cold from us?

The cold and flu season is well and truly in full swing, with coughs, sniffles and sneezes pretty hard to avoid. It’s often the case when one person in the household catches a cold, it can soon spread to everyone else in the house too, but the question many pet owners want to know the answer to – can your pets also catch your cold?

PDSA Vet Nurse Shauna Walsh explains: “Pets can...

Petplan’s vet decodes common cat behaviour: Here’s what to know

Petplan, the UK’s No.1 pet insurer , highlights the meaning behind common – and sometimes confusing - cat behaviour to help cat owners understand their pets better.

From allogrooming to the ‘zoomies’, Petplan’s vet, Dr Brian Faulkner breaks down what cats are trying to communicate by answering some of the most asked questions.

Why do cats groom themselves?

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Vets share antifreeze poisoning warning

Leading vet charity, PDSA , is warning motorists to clear up any highly toxic anti-freeze spills as they prepare their cars during the winter season.

PDSA Vet Nurse Shauna Walsh explains: “Ethylene glycol is the active component in antifreeze and is extremely poisonous for anyone, animal or human, who swallows it. It can also be found in screen wash, brake and radiator fluids, and if...

Pet Flavour Enhancers: Help Picky Pets Eat Better

Pet flavour enhancers add taste to food. They help dogs and cats who refuse meals. Many pets turn picky with age or health issues. These products use natural items like meat or veggies. They boost appetite without harm.

Research shows most enhancers focus on real flavours. Some raise concerns about hidden additives in pet food. Evidence points to natural toppers as safer choices....

WARNING for anyone looking to buy a pet online this Christmas

Leading animal welfare organisations warn unsuspecting prospective pet owners of the dangers of buying pets online after finding more than 400 adverts included red flags that could be associated with unscrupulous breeding and selling, or a sign that the animal was illegally smuggled into the country.

The Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG), which includes animal welfare...

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