Pets have been a long-time companion to humans. They offer friendship, love, compassion, and a bit of happiness on the gloomiest of days. Recent research would also tell you that pets are beneficial for our mental health as well. Who needs research to know that our pets bring so much to the table other than […] Read more…
How to Reduce Anxiety in Cats
Anxiety in cats, as in humans, can damage their well-being and health. A cat that is under stress can start showing behavioural problems, health issues, and may even lash out at the most loving of owners. But first, let’s look at some of the signs of anxiety in cats that you might not […] Read more…
5 Illnesses You Can Transfer to Your Pet
As it turns out there are plenty of illnesses you can transfer to your pet! I’ve frantically researched and this is what you need to know. In the search for cat and puppy care, I was researching things to avoid for dogs and came across the fact there is a thing called a ‘zoonosis’. A […] Read more…
6 Useful Strategies to Keep a Clean Home with Kids and Pets
I can’t seem to achieve a clean home with both kids and pets! I feel like it’s just a fact of life at this point. But, I still relentlessly try to keep it presentable for the rest of the world! So, when Jenny contacted me about offering a few tips to you all (and myself) […] Read more…
The Importance of Regular Vet Checks (+Free Record Printable)
No-one likes visiting the vet, but regular checkups are important! Let’s be honest, vets are expensive and a pain in the ass! But, they are essential for making sure your cat stays healthy. While we don’t always visit the GP, we do have regular health checkups to make sure nothing sinister is happening and keep […] Read more…
Are Essential Oils Harming Cats?
Are essential oils harming cats? Facebook. It’s an excellent place for all the gossip, but also to find advice and spread news. I recently saw this post and was shocked, not only by the poor suffering kitty but how little we knew about the harmful effects of essential oils. I am a cat lover, I […] Read more…
12 Ways To Protect Cats During Firework Season
Firework season is in full swing and the felines hate it! I always used to think that fireworks were reserved for bonfire night and the week’s surrounding it but I’ve realised this is not the case. With better access to fireworks, we have found that they went off during Halloween, through to bonfire night and they […] Read more…
How To Choose The Perfect Holiday Cat Sitter
Avoid worrying by picking the right holiday cat sitter It’s the time of year where you might be considering a winter break, trip or visiting others for the holidays so it is important that your furry friends are well looked after. I know that I consider my cats a part of the family so finding the […] Read more…
How To Make Your Cat Comfortable In a Small Flat
Small flats don’t mean you and your cat can’t be happy! We used to live in a small 3rd floor flat with Diablo and he was an indoor cat. While this wasn’t ideal, and he did fall out chasing a bird (he was totally fine) we did everything we could to make sure he was […] Read more…
Cat Adoption Advocacy – Don’t Shop, Adopt
First neutering and now cat adoption advocacy! I am a firm believer in the adopt, don’t shop mentality. Working for a cat rehoming charity (have a look at my Volunteer’s View of Cats Protection) I come into contact with a lot of people who have found cats, have to give up their cat, had love […] Read more…