Cats

The Hidden Meanings Behind Your Cat’s Different Vocalisations

Do you have a chatty cat or a talkative tabby? For cat owners, you may find your feline will do more than just purr or meow when it wants your attention, but have you ever understood fully what your cat is trying to say?

While they may not speak our language, cats are surprisingly vocal creatures, and every sound they make has meaning behind it. From the classic meow to the soothing purr or...

Cats Protection welcomes new laws on microchipping

Cats Protection has welcomed Government plans for compulsory microchipping of pet cats.

The UK's largest cat charity, which has campaigned for years for the measure, says the new regulations will be a major step forward for cat welfare in England.

With the charity's research showing that 26% of all pet cats in the UK are not currently microchipped – a total of 2.8 million...

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8 of the most common mistakes cat owners make (and how to solve them)

Cats have earned a reputation for their independence, yet bringing home a new feline friend is a major decision which still requires a great deal of time, effort and money.

So, before you bring home an adorable kitten (no matter how tempting the thought is), Eleonore Hacheme, Cat Nutritionist at Republic of Cats solves eight mistakes most commonly made by new cat owners.

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National Happy Cat Month': The SECRETS to Keeping your Cat Content

  • Thortful.com have revealed the best tips and tricks on how to keep your cat calm and happy for Happy Cat Month

Everyone knows cat people will stop at nothing to make their felines happy. Whether it be spending your salary on quality cat food and cat trees or making sure they have the best toys to play with – cat owners are dedicated.

Despite this, cats have an...

Cat in a Flat: 8 ways to prepare your flat for an indoor cat

There has been an increase in cat owners across the UK since lockdown began with an estimated 7.5 million cats part of household families across the UK.

Many people get a pet to keep them company. For those living in apartments, an indoor cat may seem like a great choice of furry friend - and those warm cuddles will be very welcome as we head into winter.

However, having a...

Badly injured kitten rescued from Kent garden proves to be a fighter

A badly injured kitten found crying for life after crawling into a Kent garden with horrific wounds has shown himself to be a little fighter, a national cat charity has said.

Bandit, as he has been named by his rescuers, needed urgent medical attention after a couple heard ear-piercing cries coming from their front garden in Bobbing Hill, late one night.

CCTV footage showed...

Charity advises against taking moggies on stay-cat-ations

Following the uptake in UK holidays and the increase in lockdown pets this year, Cats Protection is issuing advice on how to care for your cat while on holiday.

The leading feline welfare charity warns against taking your cat with you as it says cats in general find change difficult and are more likely to be content in their own environment.

It also says there's a risk that...

Three-legged moggy Minty named National Cat of the Year 2021

A three-legged moggy who helps a six-year-old boy with severe learning difficulties and medical conditions has been named National Cat of the Year 2021.

Minty, from Holywell, Wales, beat hundreds of other entries to be named overall winner in the nation's biggest celebration of pet cats, organised by Cats Protection.

The nine-year-old puss was recognised in honour of the...

STREET CAT BOB IMMORTALISED IN ISLINGTON GREEN

A new statue was unveiled in Islington Green, London, last month to celebrate the life and legacy of the one and only Street Cat Bob. The foundry bronze statue of the inspirational feline was crowd funded by supporters across the globe to share his story of hope and that no one is alone.

The world-famous ginger cat became a star as the subject of the best-selling book (published in...

What’s new pussy cat: the top feline breeds and names this International Cat Day (8th August)

Cats have been worshipped all over the world, way back into our history and it's well known that Ancient Egyptians believed they were magical creatures, capable of bringing good luck to the people who housed them.

In celebration of International Cat Day (8 August), GoCompare is honouring our estimated 10.7 million feline friends in the UK by revealing which breeds, and names are the...

Are You Cat Curious?

August 6, 2021, Zaventem, Belgium – As International Cat Day approaches, Zoetis is raising awareness of the importance of regular visits to a veterinary clinic for cats.

The company is sponsoring the #BeCatCurious cat owner campaign by International Cat Care (ICC), a charity which aims to educate owners about cat-friendly principles in a lead up to and on #InternationalCatDay....