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Couple sentenced after man inflicts physical abuse on two young kittens

Mark Nenna (DOB: 26/07/1996) and Abigayle Nenna (DOB: 20/03/1997) both of Whetstone Hey, Ellesmere Port, pleaded guilty and were sentenced at Chester Magistrates Court on Tuesday 5 November. Mr Nenna received a suspended custodial sentence for causing unnecessary suffering to their two cats Alonso and Hamilton.

The young ginger kittens, both of which were house cats and never went outside, had...

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Missing cat reunited by microchip after three-month agony

A thankful owner is warning other cat owners of the importance of microchips after she was reunited with her missing feline friend Dragon after a long three months - all thanks to his microchip.

The one-week countdown is officially on for cat owners in England to get their cats microchipped before the new law comes into force.

By 10 June 2024, owners found without their cat...

Lost and found pet database reveals South East is UK's missing cat hotspot

The South East of England has seen the most cats go missing since 2023, Petlog, the UK's largest lost and found pet microchipping database has today (4 June) reported – less than a week before a law is introduced making it compulsory for cats to be chipped in England.

The UK-wide statistics, released as part of National Microchipping Month, revealed that the region saw the most cats...

Volunteers Week - pet charity thanks those who help thousands of cats and owners every year

Cats Protection is celebrating Volunteers Week (3-9 June) by showcasing the work of its 9,000 volunteers who help thousands of cats and owners every year.

The pet charity says there's a role for everyone who wants to make a difference to animal welfare, including hands-on cat care, helping in a shop, organising fundraising events and running social media accounts.

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Cats of the country unite – pet charity launches manifesto to put cats on political agenda

Dogs and their owners may be looking forward to an election day walkies to the polling station, but cats are also vying to take political ground with the launch of The Cat Manifesto from Cats Protection.

The UK's biggest cat charity is urging voters to call on candidates from all parties to back its five-point plan to improve animal welfare legislation for one of the nation's...

Cat impaled by bamboo stick narrowly avoids death

A three-year-old cat survived a horrific ordeal after becoming impaled onto a 10-inch-long bamboo stick.

Shadow, a Domestic Short Hair, was discovered by his loving owner, Mark Rozier to have a bamboo stick punctured straight through into his chest. Mark, who lives in South East London with Shadow, was absolutely horrified after hearing a scream at four in the morning, to find the...

New Research: One in five don’t plan to microchip their cat despite £500 fines

New research from Direct Line Pet Insurance¹reveals one in five (20 per cent) cat owners surveyed do not plan to ever get their pets microchipped. This is despite new rules coming into effect on 10th June requiring all felines in England to be microchipped or the owners could face a £500 fine. Owners will be given a three-week grace period after this date for their cats to be microchipped....

What to do with your cat when you go on holiday

Everyone needs a good break now and then but before you've booked your holiday, there's always the question of what to do with your pets. Thankfully, PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing is here to help!

"There are so many options to consider when it comes to what to do with your cat when you go on holiday," explains Nina. "The difficulty is finding the best one for your particular feline...

The cats out the bag...Nation’s favourite famous felines revealed

A new survey has revealed the nation's favourite famous feline as 1970s cartoon character, Garfield.

A poll on 1,000 cat owners found that Garfield was the number one famous feline (18%), beating a whole host of well-known kitties. Hapless cat Tom of cartoon series 'Tom & Jerry' came in second place (15%), followed by big cat Simba from the 'Lion King' in third (10%). 'Bagpuss...

Impending microchipping law catches many cat owners unawares

A significant number of cat owners remain unaware of the impending microchipping law set to come into force in a month.

With the deadline for all cats in England to be microchipped looming, a new survey has uncovered startling gaps in owner understanding. The poll on 1,000 cat owners conducted for the Pet Health Club network of UK vets, revealed that around one in eight (14%) cat...

Common Behavioral Problems in Cats and How to Address Them

Common Behavioural Problems in Cats and How to Address Them

Cats are beloved companions known for their independent nature and unique personalities. However, like any pet, cats can experience behavioural issues that may disrupt their relationship with their owners and affect their overall well-being. In this article, we'll explore some common behavioural problems in cats and offer practical...

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