Cat care tips & info
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5 New Years Goals to set for you and your cat!
2020 is here! As you reflect and start planning for the new year, remember to include your furry friend. Setting new years goals for you and your kitty will keep your cats behaviour in check, establish routine, and prevent health related risks. Here are 5 goals you can set…
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Cat Sitter – Holiday Care in Familiar Surroundings
Home really is where the cat is! As humans we know only too well what it’s like to miss your family or the peace and safety of home, we even have a term for it… being ‘homesick’. From the cat’s perspective, their home is a sanctuary. It is their core…
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How to minimise your cats stress levels when going away
In the following article we explore ways of how to minimise your cats stress levels when going away. The feline personality It is important to make cat owners aware that cats are simply not ‘dominant’ or ‘passive’ in their personalities. You will have confident cats that are well socialised with…
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Litter tray upsets: Understanding your cat’s toilet issues
Cats and their litter tray Our cats are without doubt creatures of habit and are inherently territorial. Not only do they crave routine, they actively dislike change or inconsistency. This applies to their toilet’ing habits and everything that goes with it. A cat litter box is sacrosanct to its feline…
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How to keep your Cat safe during Fireworks
Fireworks may be fun for us, but they are not for most cats. As you make plans to go out and enjoy the show, please ensure that your kitty is kept safely at home. Firework season generally starts from mid October to early November. And then it starts again for…
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Cat breeds for different lifestyles
We all love cats, that’s a given – but how does one cat breed differ from the next? What characteristics are they known for, and which cat breeds might suit your specific lifestyle best? Here are a few insights =^.^= 1. The best cats for children Not every cat likes…
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How to prepare for your HouseSitter
Passport? Check. Visas? Check. Chargers? Check. You may think you’ve got it all figured out for getting ready to go on holiday, but how prepared are you for your house sitter?
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A guide to a cat’s facial expressions
Cats are lovely animals that make great companions. Much like humans, they’re also capable of showing emotion through their faces. Whether you own a cat or are a cat sitter, it’s vital that you take some time to learn about a cat’s facial expressions and body language. It will give…
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What is my cat’s tail telling me?
Cats can be very mysterious animals. It’s difficult to tell what your cat is thinking; are they crawling up to you because they want to play, or are they demanding more food? Is your cat’s tail wag a friendly gesture of companionship, or is your cat mad at you? While…
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What is your cat really saying?
Every cat meows differently, so it’s up to you to learn it Cats can be incredibly vocal creatures. But did you know that most of their meows are saved just for us? The only meowing between cats is done between a mother cat and her kittens. The cute little “mew”…
