Category: Cats

When a bald spot suddenly appears on your cat’s coat, it’s easy to imagine the worst. The skin appears irritated, scratching is constant, and the patch seems to have grown overnight. It’s ringworm, a fungal infection that, despite its unsettling name, has nothing to do with worms at all. But…

If you have ever spotted a patch of missing fur on your cat and thought, “Oh no, what’s going on here?”, you’re not alone. The most common culprit behind sudden bald spots and scaly skin is a ringworm infection in cats.  Now, interestingly, despite the name, there are no actual…

Have you ever spotted a round bald patch on your cat and thought, “Well, that’s a bold new hairstyle?” As much as cats like to surprise us, this one isn’t about style; it could be ringworm. And before you picture an actual worm wriggling under your cat’s fur, don’t worry.…

If you have ever seen a cat that looks more like a gentle lion lounging on a sofa, chances are you have met a Maine Coon Cat. Known as one of the largest domestic cat breeds, these cats carry a mix of wild charm and affectionate sweetness that makes them…

Did you know that approximately 10 to 20 per cent of cats can carry ringworm at some point in their lives? That’s quite a lot when you think about it. Imagine lining up ten cats and knowing two of them might be hiding a fungal hitchhiker. Ringworm isn’t actually a…

You might have come across a viral TikTok video or even a Reddit thread about a cat with Down syndrome. Their big, round eyes, quirky expressions, and clumsy walks often capture hearts, leaving many pet lovers wondering if Down syndrome is really a thing in cats. After all, it is…

Sometimes the biggest troublemakers in a cat’s life aren’t fleas or hairballs, but something far less obvious. Ringworms! See, ringworm in cats is actually a very misleading name for what is really a fungus with a flair for drama. It doesn’t crawl or wriggle like a worm, but it leaves…

Is your cat sneezing like it’s got hay fever, or sounds a bit wheezy when it breathes? Well, that’s probably not just a tickle. Respiratory infections in cats are surprisingly common, especially in busy households, rescue centres, or anywhere cats cross paths. But while it might start off as a…

Some cats are sleek and graceful. Others knock over cups, bite your toes for sport, blink weirdly, and stare into corners like they see ghosts. If you live with the latter, then you know no ordinary name will do. You need something that captures their oddball charm. Weird cat names…

Did you just hear your cat sneezing and coughing, and now you’re wondering if something’s awry? Cats can sneeze or cough for all sorts of reasons, just like us, but sometimes those little sneezes and hacks can be a sign that something’s up. So, if you’re worried or simply want…