Cats

Recognising and Managing Eye Problems in Cats Sometimes it could be a good idea to get eye to eye with your cat. Face your cat in a brightly lit area and look her in the eyes. They should be clear and bright, and the area around the eyeball should be […]

Eye Problems in Cats

13 Apr, 2018 in Animal Tips / Cats tagged #conjunctivitis / #discharge / #eye / #eyeproblem / #thirdeyelid / cats by Hannelore

Recognising and Managing Cystitis in Cats Cystitis is a lower urinary tract disease. When the bladder becomes inflamed, the first symptom is usually frequent urination or attempts to pass urine. When the cat is attempting to urinate you will see it will have an arched back, is hunched up, the […]

Cystitis in Cats

16 Oct, 2017 in Animal Tips / Cats tagged #Cystitis by Hannelore

7 Facts about Catnip (source WebMD- by Monica Weymouthe) Catnip is like magic. Toss a sachet of the good stuff kitty’s way, and she’s in for a wild afternoon. But what is it about catnip that makes a cat so happy? How safe is this feline euphoria? Read on for […]

Facts about Catnip

8 Jun, 2017 in Animal Tips / Cats by Hannelore

Top Ten signs your Pet may have Diabetes (source PetMD) Hyperglycemia, abnormally high levels of glucose in the blood, is a hallmark sign of diabetes. Insulin, a hormone produced and released by the pancreas, plays a key role in maintaining normal sugar levels. Low levels or absolute deficiency of insulin results […]

Diabetes in Pets on the Rise!

6 Apr, 2017 in Animal Tips / Cats / Dogs by Hannelore

Animals and Fireworks do not go well together. Fireworks are enjoyed by people year-round but are often a source of fear for many animals. A little bit of forward planning can make a big difference. There are some Homeopathic remedies that can help your animal deal with the fear. One […]

How to Support your Animal during Fireworks

1 Nov, 2016 in Animal Tips / Cats / Dogs / Horses by Hannelore

What are the most cuddly Cat breeds? Source: Kathy Blumenstock / PetMD While most cats are more than happy to be a bit, shall we say, aloof, there are some breeds out there that actually love nothing more than a good snuggle with their owners. If your own favourite breed isn’t spotlighted, […]

Most Cuddly Cat Breeds

30 Sep, 2016 in Animal Tips / Cats by Hannelore

Cat Hairball problems? Learn why they happen and how to help. Source: Jennifer Coates, DVM – PetMD Hairballs can be a worry in cat ownership. These clumps of hair bond together in the stomach and then are vomited up in our shoes, carpets and floors. But are cat hairballs normal, […]

Are Cat Hairballs Normal?

11 Mar, 2016 in Animal Tips / Cats by Hannelore

Skin problems in Cats If your cat’s dignified poses have given way to constant scratching and licking, a skin problem may be to blame. Cats are susceptible to skin infections, parasites, allergies, and many other conditions. Here is an overview of some of the most common feline skin problems. Yeast […]

Cat Skin Problems

29 Oct, 2015 in Animal Tips / Cats by Hannelore

Why Do Cats Have Whiskers? Those stiff hairs on your cat’s face and legs don’t just add to her cuteness — they have real work to do. Whiskers are GPS and radar systems for your cat. “They are a powerful and important part of how a cat senses the world,” […]

Why Do Cats Have Whiskers?

18 Feb, 2015 in Animal Tips / Cats by Hannelore

What to do if your cat has some annoying behaviours. Below you will find some “bad” behaviour and what you can do to try and change that. Scratching Cats like to scratch. They do it to play, stretch, sharpen their claws, and mark their territory. That’s bad news for your […]

Cat Behavioural Problems

11 Dec, 2014 in Animal Tips / Cats by Hannelore