How Does Catnip Work & Why Do Cats Love It?
Nepeta cataria, commonly known as catnip, catmint, field balm or catswort is a vigorous perennial herb which belongs to the genus Nepeta, a part of the mint family (Lamiaceae), which… Read more »
Cats and Christmas Tinsel – Know the Dangers
There are many potential dangers to cats at Christmas time, from food which can harm them to common indoor plants. One potential risk to cats is tinsel which most homes… Read more »
When Is The Right Time To Get A New Cat After Losing One?
In the interest of transparency, this article is an opinion piece, as as far as I am aware, there is no data on when pet parents should bring a new… Read more »
Anal Scooting in Cats – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Anal scooting is the term used to describe a cat (or dog) who drags their bottom across the floor. It is generally a sign of pain or itchiness around the… Read more »
Aggression in Cats – Causes and Treatment
Predatory Fear Petting induced Play Redirected Territorial Inter Male Medical causes How to break up a cat fight Feline aggression is a serious behaviour which requires treatment. It comes in several forms including:… Read more »
How To Toilet Train A Kitten – Step By Step Guide
Cats are fastidious by nature and in my experience, require little work on the way of toilet training as most kittens are already litter trained by the time they come… Read more »
Coccidiosis in Cats – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
What is coccidiosis? Transmission Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Can humans catch coccidiosis from cats? What is coccidiosis? Coccidiosis is a parasitic disease of the intestinal tract that is caused by a… Read more »
What To Do If You Can’t Afford A Veterinarian
People regularly join our forums seeking medical advice on a sick pet they can’t afford veterinary care for. Unfortunately, nobody online, not even veterinarians can safely diagnose a sick pet… Read more »
Effects of Poisons on Different Body Systems in Cats
Poisoning is a common occurrence in cats although not as common as in dogs. It can happen when a well-meaning pet owner administers a medication that has not been prescribed… Read more »
Cat Facts and Trivia – Interesting Cat Facts
Normal cat health values A cat’s pulse is between 130 – 240 beats per minute. A cat’s gestation is between 61 – 70 days. The normal body temperature is 102… Read more »