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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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Almost half of all cat owners are unaware how best to protect songbirds

Cats Protection and Songbird Survival are issuing advice to cat owners as a survey shows many aren’t aware of how to reduce their pets’ hunting habits.

The survey of 1,000 cat owners, conducted by Songbird Survival says that almost half of cat owners (46%) aren’t aware of ways to reduce cat predation. When asked to suggest the best ways to reduce hunting, less than one in 10 owners...

Entries closing for National Cat Awards

Owners across the UK have under two weeks left to enter their extraordinary cat into this year’s National Cat Awards.

Run by the charity Cats Protection, the annual event celebrates the nation’s most marvellous moggies, with heartwarming tales of devotion, courage and companionship.

Owners have until noon on Tuesday 26 March to nominate their cat in one of four categories....

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Vets issue urgent warning over popular home décor that could kill your pet

Emergency vets have issued an urgent warning to pet owners against the dangers of flowers in the home - revealing that drinking water from a vase of lilies could be enough to kill your cat.

With spring fast approaching, many of us will be choosing to decorate our home with seasonal flowers - including lilies, daffodils, and tulips. The Easter Bank Holiday will also likely see a...

International Women’s Day – four of the female charity workers championing animal welfare

From helping victim-survivors flee domestic abuse to lobbying politicians to change animal welfare law – Cats Protection is using International Women's Day to celebrate its inspirational female staff.

The charity owes its very existence to women – set up in 1927 by suffragist Jessey Wade, an animal lover and noted women's rights campaigner, who also edited the feminist journal Urania...

Around 2.5 million cats remain unchipped as the compulsory microchipping countdown begins

A group of leading animaI charities and veterinary organisations have joined forces with DEFRA to issue an urgent reminder to owners to microchip their pet cats, as England starts its 100-day countdown to compulsory microchipping.

From 10 June, all pet cats over 20 weeks old must be microchipped and registered on a compliant database – or owners could risk a fine.

However,...

Family who turned home into cat rescue centre win support of Burgess Pet Care

Burgess Pet Care is excited to announce a new partnership with Filey Cat Rescue, which will see the Yorkshire-based independent food manufacturer helping to feed all the residents at the rescue with regular donations of Burgess Complete Dry Cat Food.

Tina Lewis and her family started adopting cats after the first coronavirus lockdown in 2020 and now run Filey Cat Rescue, a registered...

The importance of spaying cats

February marks Spay & Neuter Awareness Month, an international event that encourages pet owners to get their pets neutered. Leading vet charity PDSA is using the occasion to share one-year-old Olive's story and remind cat owners the importance of neutering their feline friends.

PDSA Vet Nurse, Nina Downing, explains: "For females, spaying involves removing the cat's ovaries and...

Expert shares feline fitness advice

Indoor cats are particularly at risk of being overweight, as they likely spend more time snuggling up in a warm corner than exploring the neighbourhood. However, there are still a few ways you can get your cat moving and feeling fit, all while having fun. If you're worried about your pet's weight, or if you just want to keep them purr-fectly healthy and active, here the experts from Catit...

Decoding common cat behaviours - From joint stiffness and frustration to feeling the love, what is your cat trying to tell you?

With their sophisticated body language and reputation for being more independent than dogs, cats may seem a bit harder for humans to read. But could it be that we’re just missing the cues?

‘Cats have different moods and emotions just like us, but there is usually a reason for a cat’s emotional state and a trigger for any change in behaviour. Behaviour can tell us a lot about how our...

8 Ways to Prepare Your Apartment for a New Pet 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...

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