8 August is International Cat Day – the purr-fect excuse to celebrate our favourite floofy overlords. Whether you’re a proud cat parent or just secretly wish you could live that stress-free, nap-all-day lifestyle, here are 10 reasons cats are the coolest creatures around: 1. They know how to say “no” Cats don’t people-please. If they’re […]
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Ever wondered if your feline friend is really enjoying her life with you? Here’s how to find out A relaxed cat is usually a happy cat. Just like us humans, stress, competition and pressure may cause depression, which often results in destructive behaviour. And like us, cats may also suffer from depression as a result
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Never get a pet because your child saw the animal in a movie and wants one. Get everyone involved but keep pet chores age appropriate
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Cats may have nine lives, but all cat lovers will know that they live them to the fullest! It is often difficult to deal with your cat getting older, but this is the perfect time for some extra love and care – she did after all choose to spend her life with you! We give
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Why does my cat sit on top of my fern? Many cats see plants as a source of food and fun. Some may even consider plants as a litterbox. This is all normal behaviour for cats, especially indoor cats. Unfortunately, these habits may become annoying to you and kill your plants. Deterring your cats and
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Night stalker, Africa’s smallest feline, the black-footed cat is a shy, nocturnal species rarely seen in the wild
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Being a pet owner isn’t always the easiest task, especially when our furbabies are not well. Since they cannot tell us what is wrong, we need to look at the symptoms and record them so that we can share them with the vet. In this article, we look at asthma in cats. Feline asthma or
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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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Many people avoid even paying a visit to animal shelters, simply because they can’t stand seeing all the sad faces. However, if you feel that it is time to get a new cat, being brave and visiting that shelter can change the life of one of those sad faces. In South Africa, cats, especially adults,
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Aggression in cats is a common behavioural issue, but it is often not taken as seriously as aggression in dogs – it should be, though! If you notice that your cat isn’t exactly the friendliest companion to be around, it’s worth trying to figure out what the reason is and rectify it. Dogs can do
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Even when it comes to feeding ouselves, we make plenty of mistakes! We eat too much, or too little, we eat things that are bad for us and we sometimes neglect our water intake. It’s a little wonder that we sometimes get things wrong with our pets as well. So, no need to feel guilty
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Cats are masters at hiding how they feel, and often even hide away at times of illness or discomfort. Our handy guide will give you an indication of what to look out for to identify signs of trouble as early as possible. Eating and drinking By having set mealtimes for your cat, it will be
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