The Sand Cat
Also known as the sand dune cat, the sand cat is widely distributed in North Africa’s Sahara Desert, the Arabian desert and deserts in Pakistan and Iran
Q & A: Which external parasites affect our cats the most?
Q. Which external parasites affect our cats the most and how can I make sure my cat stays free of these? To put it in to simple terms, fleas are tiny parasites that can live for seven to 14 days and will divide their time equally between living on your cat and living in your
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Q & A: Which external parasites affect our cats the most and how can I make sure my cat stays free of these?
Q. Which external parasites affect our cats the most and how can I make sure my cat stays free of these? A. Unbearable is the word that jumps to mind just thinking of parasite bites? Well, that is what it would feel like when a cat is infested with the two most common external parasites that
Q & A: How do cat’s digest their food?
Q. HOW DO CATS DIGEST THEIR FOOD? A. 1.Oesophagus – Cats have a long and wide food pipe to carry food from the mouth to the stomach 2.Stomach – The digestive process starts here. Cats are carnivores– cats are carnivores and need at least 20% protein in their diet. A cat’s stomach is small (volume ranges
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Vet Talk- Your Questions Answered
When food makes Fido sick Q. Can dogs suffer from food poisoning? A. Yes, very definitely, although with modern commercially prepared foods this is infrequent. In the case of super-premium diets the food is prepared in conditions which are equivalent to factories producing human food. Two main types of food contamination exist: bacteria (and fungi)
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How To Create a Cat-Friendly living space
A cat’s presence already makes your home look more beautiful [dropcap]O[/dropcap]ur homes are where we feel most comfortable, and we plan our interiors according to what makes us feel that way. Some of us like everything in its place, while others are a little more relaxed around the house. However you choose to live,
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The herb of happiness
Catnip brings out the silly side in our cats [dropcap]I[/dropcap]t’s a green herb which causes cats to react in a very entertaining manner. What is catnip and how does it work? We take a closer look. What is catnip? Catnip (Nepetacataria) is a herb from the mint family, Labiatae. There are around 250 species of flowering
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Cat won’t use litter tray
My six-year-old cat has recently started to have accidents around the house rather than using her litter tray. What could be the reason? It’s a good idea to get your cat checked to ensure there is nothing physically wrong. Next, you will need to look at your hygiene routine. Cats are fastidious animals: if
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THE MARGAY
The margay is a small cat who lives in dense forests in South America. They are solitary and nocturnal, occupying large territories which they indicate using scent markings.
20 ways to love your cat
Showing you care is more than just providing your pet with fresh water, shelter and food Responsible pet owners make sure their cats are properly cared for. We’ve put together 20 points to consider for quality feline care. 1. Fresh water. Make sure your pet has a bowl of clean water available every day. Rinse
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Catering for cats
If buying pet food ever left you scratching your head, chances are you are a cat owner. You want the best for your cat, but she doesn’t always agree with you about what’s best for her! Did you know that a lot of research goes into perfecting your cat’s meals? Hill’s Pet Nutrition gave Animaltalk
Depressed? Pets can bring your smile back
There is nothing like coming home to our pets when we have had a bad day. No matter how grumpy we are, there is always that wagging tail or soft purr waiting on the other side of the door. There is an unmatched element of comfort that an animal offers. Very often, however, it
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