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Is it a snake? Is it a kettle? Is it a punctured tyre? No, it's your cat! Pet parents might often find their felines 'hissing' at a fellow fur baby. It might be a sibling in a multi-cat household that is doing/has done something to irk its brother or sister. Or it could be another four-legged friend who is being introduced to the confrontational kitty for the first time. This behaviour, alongside some light/playful swatting, is very common and perfectly normal. But it is always...

  Garfield, Puss in Boots, the Pink Panther, Hello Kitty, The Cat in the Hat, Sylvester and Tom are all famous felines that have appeared on TV. These kitty cartoon characters – and their companions – have entertained generations of pet parents with their antics, keeping millions of viewers glued to their television screens. That includes the real life counterparts of these cinematic stars, who often curl up with their human housemates and watch on. But can they actually...

Cats are cuddly, caring and considerate creatures. They're loving, trusting and affectionate animals. And our fabulous felines communicate their feelings in some fascinating ways. One of their signature stamps is when they burrow themselves into their pet parents. There are several reasons why they perform this unique and endearing behaviour – all of which will be addressed throughout this blog.     4 reasons why your cat likes to burrow into you   ...

You've got a friend in me. You've got a friend in me! We all need a trusty companion we can lean on from time to time. And our cats are no different, even though they can often appear ignorant and independent. Our whiskered fur-balls are generally besotted with their human housemates. However, when it comes to playtime, they might seek the friendship of a fellow feline. Here are a few triggers to help pet parents identify when their purrer might want a...

Does your furry friend plead to go out at the same time every night?  If they are a twilight wanderer – meeting up with other felines on the block as they prowl their territory – giving birth to kittens can see this regular routine interrupted.   The main reason being, (cat)ernity brings with it a whole other schedule to stick to: namely, feeding newborns around-the-clock.  A cat can actually go outside 24 hours after giving birth, but you may want to wait, and make sure all is...

A cat's day might run like clockwork: eat, sleep, drink, repeat. But that doesn't necessarily mean that pet parents can set their watch by them. Kitties are creatures of habit, with daily routines that are quite rigid and repetitive. They'll snack when hunger strikes, slumber when tiredness kicks in, and explore when they're feeling adventurous. While it’s possible for them to identify the time of day by association – perhaps when their human companion gets up in the morning, or...

There are a few things to consider when weighing up whether or not to leave your feline with a midnight feast. Cats are creatures of habit; they can be quite particular and pernickety, meaning they'll quite happily stick to a structured eating regime. Feeding your fur baby throughout the day, however their meal plan is patterned, is more than ample enough for your pet to survive and thrive. Round-the-clock consumption is unnecessary, excessive and could have implications on your cat's...

Every cat owner and cat lover will understand why their kitties have the capacity to make perfect therapy pets. We'd all love to channel our inner feline by curling up into a ball when things are getting a bit too much. Our beautiful bundles of fur are a picture of serenity, calm, relaxation and tranquillity at their most comfortable. Sharing the same space as an animal emanating such serenity is bound to have an impact on your thoughts and feelings. A little bit of love from our...

  As colourful, alluring and enticing as a fruit bowl might be, it probably wouldn't be a feline's first port of call when hunger strikes. Despite its rainbow-like qualities, and a variation of tastes and textures, nature's treasure just doesn't cut it for our cats. Most fruits are actually safe for our fur babies to tuck into, but they're just not interested in the sweetness of it. First and foremost, our whiskered four-legged flatmates are meat-eating carnivores, and that...

The question – can cats drink milk – is one that’s puzzled pet owners for decades. With sayings like, ‘the cat that got the cream’, you’d be forgiven for thinking it should play a prominent role in their diets. And yet it most certainly shouldn’t. In short, cats do not need milk in their diet.  They might try to convince you otherwise as they make a beeline for your bowl of cereal in the morning. But adult cats no longer require the white stuff to stay...

Every cat parent knows the rush to butter a slice of bread before their furry friend glides onto the kitchen worktop to share their tasty snack. What’s yours is mine is often a pet’s motto regarding food. You may be happy to break bread with them – but should you? Can cats eat bread? And do cats like bread? Indeed, many do. Small amounts of it, when baked, are generally OK for them to eat in moderation. But nibbling on an unbaked loaf can be...

Are you one of those pet parents that is both 'Team Cat' and 'Team Dog'? A beautifully blended household that provides you with the best of both worlds. Bedtime is met with a "bark" while a "meow" becomes the sound of your morning alarm. It can be a quite brilliant dynamic — canine and feline living harmoniously — but it can also come with its complications. Sometimes our four-legged friends commit unexplainable and inexplicable acts in and around the house. One of those...