Cats

Leading animal charities issue stark warning about “Frankenstein cats”

Animal welfare charities Cats Protection and the RSPCA have warned that cats could soon bear little resemblance to the traditional and much-loved moggy, unless urgent action is taken on cruel cat breeding practices.

In recent years, social media and celebrity trends have driven demand for cats with extreme, unnatural traits. These include folded ears, hairlessness, shortened limbs and missing...

A black cat in the snow

How to keep cats safe in cold weather

Cats are generally good at finding warm, cosy places to rest if the temperature drops but young, old or cats struggling with health conditions may need additional care.

With a cold spell affecting much of the UK, Cats Protection has some top tips to help protect cats in plummeting temperatures:

  • If your cat is seeing snow for the first time, let them explore a safe,
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Cat Paw

Experts Reveal How to Remove Muddy Paw Prints From Soft Furnishings

When you have a pup, accidents can happen, especially after a long muddy walk in the rain. Unfortunately, soft furnishings including sofas, cushions, rugs and blankets can often be the casualties of these accidents with our fluffy friends.

The team at tails.com have revealed the best ways to remove those pesky mud stains from your soft furnishings when the inevitable happens, as well...

Cat Lying Under the Car

Motorists urged to make vital animal check this January

Drivers have been urged to check for any animals seeking refuge in their vehicles on cold winter mornings to prevent harming any beloved pets.

Motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk say animals could meet a tragic fate if unsuspecting drivers set off while they are still sheltering. The experts also warn that if an animal gets stuck in the car it could result in extensive and costly damage...

A cat lying on a bed

REVEALED: The UK's favourite cat breeds

It's clear that we're a nation of cat lovers, with a quarter of households owning a cat here in the UK!

There are so many breeds of cats out there, each with their own unique features and personalities. In fact, The International Cat Association recognises 71 breeds in total. But, which of the 71 breeds is our favourite?

Feline experts, Catit have researched which cat breeds...

Brown Tabby Cat at the Dark

New pet treat launches to turn the fussiest of eaters to plate cleaners

Leading pet food and wellbeing brand Bella & Duke have launched a new exclusive premium topper to add to their 100% natural treats range for cats and dogs. Designed around the everyday needs of our four-legged friends, the new line of Magic Sprinkles focuses on providing variety, flavour and nutrition for even the fussiest of eaters.

Available in "Tantalising chicken" pet owners...

Cat at the Veterinarian

LEADING VET: Over half of puppies and kittens seek vet care within their first two years

More than one in two puppies and kittens (56%) have needed veterinary treatment within the first couple of years of their lives, with seven percent requiring surgery and two percent passing away before they turned two.

The research, by London's first all-inclusive vet clinic Snoots Vet , also found that more than one in five (22%) of these treatments weren't covered by pet insurance...

Luna the cat

Cat with only one working kidney finds furr-ever home

Players of People's Postcode Lottery help Cats Protection provide vital care for cats and kittens in need

A friendly young cat has found her purr-fect home after facing some health challenges that required extra medical attention from experts at Cats Protection.

Luna, previously named Monkey, was just six months old when she was taken into Cats Protection's North London...

Rainbow the cat

‘Hands-off Hardy’ to ‘Happy Hardy’

Overlooked moggy, whose care was supported by players of People's Postcode Lottery, has landed on his feet with his understanding new owner

Black-and-white moggy Hardy was one of the longest stay cats at Cats Protection's Cornwall Adoption Centre until an adopter decided to take a chance on him.

Hardy had been in care for one year, almost to the day, when Mark Robinson saw...