Keeping Indoor Cats Happy & Healthy, Are Feral Cat Colonies
Cats have an insatiable curiosity. Everything must be investigated, hunted, and played with; this can sometimes have dire consequences. When cat proofing your home and garden you need to get a cat’s prospective on things. Get down on your hands and knees and see things at a cats eyelevel. From …
Cats are notoriously difficult to please and will often turn their noses up at the expensive pet-store toy in favour of a crumpled bit of newspaper. While cats are generally not as destructive as dogs, it is important to select your cat’s toys wisely and make sure that she doesn’t …
Despite their apparent self-sufficiency, cats are actually very dependent on their owners for good health care. Choosing a vet who is experienced in dealing with feline disorders and behaviour is essential but there are also many things you can do to ensure that your cat remains in optimum health. Immunisations …
Most people will agree that it is risky to add an adult cat to a household with existing adult felines. While some people do manage to do this with little problem, it is extremely difficult to achieve successfully and impossible to predict the outcome of an introduction. Even if things …
Feral cats are a big problem in the UK – Britain is believed to have over 1 million feral cats roaming the country. The subject of feral cat colonies can be a controversial one, with some believing that they are a severe menace to humans, pets and wildlife whilst others …
Mention the word “dog fight” and most pet owners will be cringing in horror – but many overlook the fact that cat fights can be very serious too. Your pet feline may look like a docile “pussycat” but a ferocious tiger may be lurking under that tabby fur, capable of …
It is well-known that cats which are allowed outdoors are prone to many more dangers and risks such as fast-moving traffic, cat fights, infections and predation from other animals such as dogs, as well as posing a threat to local wildlife. In fact, cats which are kept exclusively indoors have …