Cats are natural hunters, and they just cannot help themselves when it comes to catching something that wriggles or looks like prey. Sometimes they will hunt small animals and we don’t want our cats to necessarily kill or eat these animals. Other times they might ‘catch’ something that can be harmful to them. This is
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We are what we eat, and the same goes for our pets. The food they consume can affect their health, so it is important that we feed them the best food we can afford. But sometimes, that relatively expensive food is not the best option for our pets and it can have a negative influence
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Every cat owner knows that most cats have strong personalities and a will of their own. They do as they wish, when it pleases them. And they mostly don’t have a problem to share their feelings with you. Here are 16 typical cat behaviours and what your cat is trying to tell you with them,
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Q: Is it normal for my cat to roll in the litterbox after I’ve cleaned it? What should I do about this behaviour? A: The simple answer is yes, this behaviour is quite common. Some cats enjoy a good dust bath and in the absence of a suitable outdoor area, they may resort to rolling
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Cats are amazing creatures and there are various factors that add to their charm. Why else did the Egyptians adore them and regard them as sacred animals? Cats can be charming by simply looking at you. Due to their facial construction, they don’t have the ability to smile, but you can see the smile in
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Q: Do cats really only meow to communicate with people? How do they communicate with other cats? A: Kittens meow to communicate their needs, or when they’re in distress, and this is purely directed at their mother. As kittens mature and become independent, this form of communication diminishes in importance. An adult cat relies on
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Owning a cat provides so many giggles and entertaining moments. Cats can be so funny and are sometimes real scaredy cats, but there are days when every cat owner needs some guidance on how to handle a situation, or at least to understand if your cat is purely going through a phase. Knowing which life
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Q: Why do some cats hate water, and others don’t? A: The Turkish Van is a breed of cat who famously enjoys water, to the point where they may even swim if given the chance. Other breeds who enjoy water include Bengals and Maine Coons. But not every individual within these breeds will be the
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Whether you choose to buy your kitten from a reputable breeder or rescue a kitten from a shelter, it’s a personal choice. Once your kitten is ready to come home, it’s time for you to take on a new role – that of responsible kitty parent. Liaising with the breeder or shelter If you are
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Q: We would like to take our cat with us on outings, but what kind of outdoor activities can my cat accompany us on? A: This very much depends on your cat’s personality and the extent of training and socialisation that you’ve achieved with her. A cat who is ill-prepared for the world outside her
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Q: I recently read that dogs’ teeth should be cleaned regularly. What about cat teeth, and how often should that happen? A: Cats are affected by many of the same dental problems that affect dogs, so what applies to dogs should in theory apply to cats too. Daily removal of plaque is the key to
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Q: Why should cats not eat dog food? A: Cats need a balanced diet to ensure that their nutritional needs are met. If they are fed a single protein, human table scraps or even dog food, they won’t receive the nutrients they require to stay healthy. For example, a cat with a vitamin A deficiency
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