Do cats stay with their siblings?
Kittens can bond very tightly during the early weeks of life. Some sibling pairs carry this bond into adulthood, while others, sadly, don't. It is nearly impossible to predict whether a littermate pair will remain friends once grown up.
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For anyone that’s ever had a loyal and loving cat, you know exactly what it’s like when that special cat cozies up to you in your time of need. Whether it’s after a long day at the office or when you’re feeling blue, cats have the ability to read us like no other. With a sim…
How to deal with cat hairballs?
Cats naturally love to groom themselves. The tongue of a cat is covered with hook like prongs which capture loose hair as the cats grooms his coat.
The hair is then swallowed and most of it passes through the digestive tract without a problem…
Helping an overweight cat
If your cat is beginning to look a bit podgy, your vet will be able to suggest a diet plan. It's better for your cat to eat little and often, so try giving her four small meals a day, instead of two big ones. And you’ll probably need to put a stop …
Getting out and about
Fitting a cat flap is a great way to let your independent cat come and go as she pleases – transparent flaps are ideal. It’s also a good idea to place a heavy rush mat in your doorway – it’s a cheap and easy way of dealing with her muddy paws, and your…
Balconies
If you have a balcony, remember to make it cat-safe by installing a fine mesh or trellis around the balustrade. That way, both you and your cat can enjoy the view in safety.
The purr
As everyone knows, a purring kitten is a happy kitten. A newborn kitten will purr to tell her mother that she’s comfortable and secure. Purring is a sound of contentment, and a clever kitten will use it to get more than her share of stroking. And you’ll no doubt be…
Communicating with your kitten
In the wild, adult big cats rarely communicate by sound, vocalising only when they're preparing to fight or mate. By talking to you, your kitten shows that she’s learned what generations of cats have learned before her – that vocalising is a g…
Just like her big cat cousins, your little kitten is a natural hunter. In fact, her instinct to hunt is so powerful that she’ll do it even when she isn’t hungry.
That’s because, in the wild, big cats never know when their next meal is coming from. Like them, your kitten is …
Eyes and Ears
Your cat’s eyes are very expressive. Sudden dilation of the eyes indicates they are extremely happy.
A cat is also in a happy-place when his or her ears are facing forward, but tilted back just slightly.
Cat Carrier
Your kitty only needs her cat carrier when she has to go somewhere – perhaps to the vet or cattery.
All the same, it’s a good idea to keep it out permanently, so your kitty comes to recognise it as a normal part of her world.
Try putting something inside the ca…
A good appetite
A healthy appetite is a terrific sign of a happy cat. Your kitty may ask you for food by rubbing around your legs and meowing, leading you to their bowl.
Cats are smart and will soon have their owners fully trained to provide them with treats when required,…
Carpets
If you have a cat, it’s worth thinking about the kinds of carpets you have in your home. Cut pile is best, because it can't be pulled at as easily as loop pile – and your cat’s hairs won’t build up on it as much. Generally speaking, the higher the wool content the b…
Cats are independent and some of their behavior may make us think they prefer to be alone, but they do enjoy the right company.
When adopting a cat, we try to find litter mates or cats of the same breed, thinking the chances are better that they’ll get along. What we should…