Cats

The Hidden Meanings Behind Your Cat’s Different Vocalisations

Do you have a chatty cat or a talkative tabby? For cat owners, you may find your feline will do more than just purr or meow when it wants your attention, but have you ever understood fully what your cat is trying to say?

While they may not speak our language, cats are surprisingly vocal creatures, and every sound they make has meaning behind it. From the classic meow to the soothing purr or...

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The Basics of Training Your Cat

Turn Your Independent Feline into a Well-Behaved Companion

Cats are often stereotyped as untrainable compared to their canine counterparts. But don’t let their independent streak fool you—cats are highly intelligent, observant, and very capable of learning behaviors that improve their quality of life (and yours). The key lies in understanding what motivates them and practicing...

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Couple sentenced after man inflicts physical abuse on two young kittens

Mark Nenna (DOB: 26/07/1996) and Abigayle Nenna (DOB: 20/03/1997) both of Whetstone Hey, Ellesmere Port, pleaded guilty and were sentenced at Chester Magistrates Court on Tuesday 5 November. Mr Nenna received a suspended custodial sentence for causing unnecessary suffering to their two cats Alonso and Hamilton.

The young ginger kittens, both of which were house cats and never went...

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Cat skewered in chest by bamboo saved by PDSA Vets

A cat owner from London is urging gardeners to make sure plant support canes are safely stored or capped as they clear gardens this autumn, after his cat nearly died when a bamboo cane pierced his chest.

It remains a mystery as to how three-year-old Shadow, from Plumstead in South East London, became skewered by the 10-inch piece of cane. But thankfully the plucky puss made a full...

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Missing Scottish cat reunited with owners after two years

Bailey, a 17-year-old cat from Stirling who went missing over two years ago, has been reunited with his family after being found living under a neighbour's garden decking.

Bailey had always been an outdoor cat, but as he got older, he ventured out less and less, and generally stayed close to the garden. On the night he disappeared, after going out quite late with his brother, his...

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Best holiday destinations for cat-lovers

For those who want to go abroad but can't bear to leave their feline companions behind, there are several destinations that not only welcome cats but provide luxurious accommodations and amenities for them. These spots ensure that your cat can enjoy a relaxing and memorable holiday.

According to the PSDA , pet passports were phased out in the UK in 2021. To take your cat abroad in...

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Missing Scottish cat reunited with owners after two years

Bailey, a 17-year-old cat from Stirling who went missing over two years ago, has been reunited with his family after being found living under a neighbour's garden decking.

Bailey had always been an outdoor cat, but as he got older, he ventured out less and less, and generally stayed close to the garden. On the night he disappeared, after going out quite late with his brother, his...

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Charity hosts fifth annual Cat Behaviour Conference

Cats Protection is hosting its fifth annual online Cat Behaviour Conference on Friday 13 September to help shed light on the behaviour of one of the nation's favourite pets.

The theme of this year's event is 'Cat Connections', with sessions exploring the intricate link between cat behaviour and welfare.

Attendees will hear from expert speakers on a range of topics from...

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Time running out to vote in National Cat Awards

From sociable cats that spread cheer wherever they go, to caring cats who provide comfort in times of need, 11 marvellous moggies are in the running to be named Cats Protection's National Cat of the Year 2024.

Voting for the winners of each of four categories closes at midday on 30 August – then a panel of distinguished judges will choose the overall National Cat of the Year, to be...

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