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This post is sponsored by Assisi Animal Health* Play is vitally important to a cat’s mental and physical health, and it’s especially important for indoor cats. Even though cats may sleep up to 16 hours a day, when they’re awake, they need stimulation and exercise, and the best way to accomplish this is with play.

Hi everyone, We are back for another one of our blasts from the pasts with the cartoon of The amazing adventures of Oliver & Nubia! Today’s story kind of relates to one of our favourite activities, visiting cat cafes. For the cartoon, we thought about what it would be like if Oliver & Nubia could

As I’ve been re-emerging into post-pandemic live, I’ve been thinking a lot about priorities. Rather than just returning to normal, I am determined to make conscious choices about how I spend my time and who I spend it with. If nothing else, this past year has been a glaring reminder of just how short life

Hi everyone, Please find below a guest story from Louise and her cat Kizzy: Kizzy is a rescue cat who came to us at 6 months old. Her story before she was found by Cat’s Protection is unknown, but she was found wandering, afraid and alone, very nervous and disliked her back being touched. She

One of the wonderful things that came out of the pandemic was the creativity of artists from around the world collaborating virtually to create beautiful music. And because everything is better with cats, South African musician David Scott turned his cat’s meow into a lovely song: [embedded content] And then, things got even more magical:

Here’s another of the million-and-one reasons cats are great…they get you out of school! Need proof? How about the smart cat who figured out how to give a whole Pennsylvania high school an extra day at home? The Tuesday after a long weekend started like any other school day at West Scranton High School, but

Cat adoption is associated with greater empathy and less separation anxiety for autistic children, according to a study published online in December in the Journal of Pediatric Nursing. The study, which was the first randomized controlled trial of cat adoption in families of children with autism spectrum disorders, was funded by the Human Animal Bond

Hi everyone, It’s me Oliver here today! Some of you may remember that I love my jerry’s cat cave that I got a number of years ago. Oliver: But you are probably now wondering why my cave got even better now? Oliver: Well… look very closely below me! The cave now sits on top of

This post is sponsored by RompiCatz and contains affiliate links* Wand toys are one of the best ways to get your cat engaged with play and allow them to exercise their natural hunting an prey instinct. I’ve found that few toys are as well thought out and designed as the RompiCatz Critter Collector Series. RompiCatz

Your cat pees on your bed. She leaves tootsie rolls just outside the litter box. Or, you see the urine on your pile of fresh, clean clothes. What’s happening? Is kitty mad at you? The answer is no. Might be a medical issue According to Dr. Carlo Siracusa, director of Ryan Hospital’s Companion Behavior Medicine

With summer on the horizon, many of us are looking forward to spending more sunny days in our gardens. We might like to think of our gardens as our own little haven – and the same should apply for our pets. PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing, said: “There are unfortunately many hidden hazards in our

This post contains affiliate links* We previously featured high-sided litter boxes to help you contain the mess inside the box rather than all around the box. Even though all of these boxes have lower entrance areas, they may still be too high for senior cats, especially cats with arthritis. Arthritis is a common condition that

Water is critical to keeping your cat healthy. Cats as a species don’t have a high thirst drive, and this can lead to chronic low-level dehydration if a cat is fed mostly dry food. Proper hydration can help prevent urinary tract disease and promote healthy kidney function by flushing toxins. Fountains are a great way to encourage

Common Causes of Tearing The medical term epiphora means excessive tearing. In general, when we investigate the reasons for epiphora, we can narrow it down to two broad categories: excessive tear production or inadequate tear drainage. Tearing is the proper response by the eyes when something is irritating them. Dust, chemicals, smog and smoke can

As a renowned animal rescue charity, Battersea has always believed that every animal is wonderfully unique. However sometimes a dog or cat comes along that is more unusual than most. Meet Chickadee, the blind rescue cat with only one eye and a huge zest for life. Three-year-old Chickadee arrived at Battersea’s London centre in March

Welcome to our regular “Ask the Cat Doc With Dr. Lynn Bahr” segment! Once a month, Dr. Bahr answers as many of your questions as she can, and you can leave new questions for her in a comment. Dr. Bahr graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991. Unlike most veterinarians, she

During a winter cold snap in Canada, the animal lovers of Saving Grace Animal Society in Alix, Alberta, were out delivering supplies to families needing assistance when a homeowner decided to surrender their blind dog and his bonded cat friend to the rescue. The family knew the pair needed care beyond their ability, and as Saving

For some cats that get lost or go missing, a happy ending in which they are reunited with their loving and worried owner is indeed possible – the chances of which are made infinitely stronger if the cat has an up to date microchip. For four-year-old Raven, who originally went missing back at the start

For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been on what I call my post-pandemic reunion tour, meeting friends I hadn’t seen in over a year for lunches and dinners at favorite restaurants. And it was glorious. I feel like a weight has been lifted. I feel lighter, everything feels brighter, and, well, normal. There were

What cats can endure is amazing, but what they sometimes must endure can be heart-wrenching. Pascoe is a young cat who knows this terrible fact all too well. He was found on the Blair family property with his back legs cut halfway off. Pascoe was actually walking on the bone stumps of his back legs;

The following guest story is by ©Kim Marie Ostrowski and first appeared on her HubPages blog. Previously a writer on Squidoo 2008- folded. I write about entertainment, crafts, writing, beauty and anything else that inspires me My Silly Sully This is the story of how I came to adopting that Cute little pinky Nose to

This post contains affiliate links* I don’t often re-read books, but a handful of cat books that have become such treasures, I read them again and again. When I recently re-read May Sarton’s The Fur Person, I decided it was time to share it with you again. Originally published in 1957, The Fur Person is one of

What’s better than one cat? Two cats, that’s what! And most of the time, kitties will agree, there are some moments when two cats are needed to make a situation just right. While society has dubbed felines as aloof solitaires, cat lovers know kitties crave companionship. Not only do cats enjoy the company of their

Looking for a way to celebrate our feline friends this month? Here are a few fun June cat activities. NOTE: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many events have been cancelled. But here are some virtual events you can check out.  All month: Adopt a Shelter Cat Month Give your cat some extra snuggles on Hug

Hi everyone, Today we have a special Purrsday Poetry post as we thought it fitting to feature a book review of The Maine Coon’s Haiku and Other Poems for Cat Lovers. The review has been written by our friend hugr5 from hugauga.wordpress.com and of course includes a Haiku!. The Maine Coon’s Haiku and Other Poems for Cat

This post contains affiliate links* I previously introduced you to the Basepaws Breed and Health DNA Test and their new Dental Health Kit. Now Basepaws is elevating feline genetic testing to a whole new level. Their Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) is the most comprehensive method for analyzing entire genomes. This test provides your cat’s complete,

When Reinhardt, Siberian cat and part-time adventurer, and his mom first started leash walking, the pair didn’t just clip into a leash and head out. Hayley Vendiola, devoted cat mom and Reinhardt’s adventure buddy, told CBC News walking on a leash started young for the Siberian cat. In his kitten days, as a matter of

Sponsored content brought to you by Sleepypod. Yes, you too can teach your cat tricks. Trick training is a great way to bond together, while also providing enrichment through mental stimulation. To get started in trick training with your cat, keep your sessions short. Five to 10 minutes is plenty of time, just set aside

As a pet owner, the thought of an unexpected accident or injury to your beloved four-legged friend can be your worst nightmare. In an ideal world, we would always have an expert on hand, but there are times when taking quick, immediate actions ourselves can make a big difference. PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing said:

There’s no question that cats love to climb. Vertical space in the form of cat trees and cat shelves is critical to providing an enriched environment for indoor cats. The Cat Ladder addresses this need in a way that’s creative, functional, and beautiful – and most of all, it lends itself to endless possibilities in any