Your cat’s curiosity knows no bounds. This becomes even more obvious when your dinner plate is involved. One moment you’re preparing a salad. Next, a paw is reaching for a stray leaf. This leaves you with a sudden dilemma: can cats eat lettuce? You aren’t the only owner to face…
If you have peanut butter on your morning toast, you might notice your cat perched on the counter, watching intently. Soon, it may start meowing or rubbing against you, eager for a share of your snack. Many pet owners recognise this moment: your feline friend is curious, persistent, and ready…
Your cat was fine yesterday. Today, one eye is half shut. There is a discharge in the corner, and they will not stop pawing at their face. A cat eye infection can appear almost overnight, and it is not always easy to know what to do next. The good news…
Cats are masters at masking how they feel. Unlike dogs, who wear their emotions on their sleeve, a stressed cat can suffer quietly for weeks before an owner realises or sees any signs of stress in cats. By the time the signs become obvious, the stress may already be taking…
Cat anxiety symptoms are more common than many owners realise, and recognising them early can make a big difference in your cat’s wellbeing. Because cats often mask their stress, many owners miss the subtle signs of stress and anxiety until they start affecting behaviour, health, or daily routines. Understanding what…
Can cats get parvo? This is a question most cat owners don’t think to ask themselves. Parvo has always been associated with dogs. So when the topic comes up, most cat owners shrug and move on. It simply does not feel important to them. But it is more important than…
Bacon is a breakfast favourite in many homes and is often enjoyed crispy and hot. But if your cat suddenly appears in the kitchen, drawn in by the smell, you may begin to wonder: Can cats eat bacon? Although bacon is meat and cats are obligate carnivores, that does not…
The scent of lavender often brings to mind luxury soaps and calming perfumes. You might even enjoy its relaxing properties in a cup of herbal tea or use it as a spice to brighten up your favourite recipes. While humans can safely enjoy many parts of this herb, pet owners…
Let’s go back to the year of COVID. You were home, maybe alone, stuck with the same routine, eating the same things, tired of being indoors all day. You felt exhausted, and you did things you’re probably ashamed of now. Your cat is showing the same behaviours you showed then.…
Adding honey to your diet is a great alternative to reduce your sugar intake without too much work. But when your cat keeps shrilling, wagging its tail, and scratching at you as you pour a spoonful of honey into your cup of tea, the first question that comes to mind…
