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Celebrating International Cat Day 2025: Honoring Our Feline Friends Around the World

August 8th marks International Cat Day , a global celebration dedicated to one of the most beloved and enigmatic animals to ever share our homes and hearts—the cat. Whether they're lounging in sunbeams, leaping gracefully onto high shelves, or curling up in your lap after a long day, cats have a special way of making life more enjoyable.

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7 Tips To Reduce The Cost Of Caring For Your Pet

Many pet owners up and down the country are worrying about how they will afford to give their furry, four-legged friends the best quality of life during these times of rising costs. In fact, searches for 'pet coupon codes' have increased by a huge 7700% over the last few months.

That being said, Discounts Expert Nick Drewe of Wethrift has provided some tips for how owners can reduce...

Here's how to take the perfect pet photo

Pet lovers can take the perfect picture of their furry friends thanks to new advice from photo experts.

With Britain being a nation of animal lovers millions of us take hundreds of photographs of our beloved pets every year, according to experts from ParrotPrint.com . But most of the pictures we take are badly composed or lit and in many cases are blurred too.

But with some...

Signs of osteoarthritis pain may be mistaken for ‘normal’ signs of aging

Zoetis Inc. today announced that a survey commissioned by Zoetis, and conducted by YouGov, highlighted that whilst the majority of dog (89%) and cat owners (80%) are aware of osteoarthritis, many could be confusing the symptoms for general aging, or other health issues. With 27% of dog owners and 28% of cat owners unlikely to take their pet to the vet when they display common signs of...

Stressed out moggy becomes a contented kitty thanks to expert intervention

A two-year-old cat has found a new home after being given up due to his tendency to lash out when stressed.

When Star came into Cats Protection's Forth Valley Adoption Centre in August 2022, it was identified that he was displaying misdirected predatory aggression, which meant that he would attack his carers' legs when they walked past or moved too quickly.

While he was in...

Why does my cat purr?

Ever wondered why cats purr or maybe why your cat does not purr? Discover the reasons cats make this soothing sound – it doesn’t necessarily mean they’re happy!

The soft, rumbling purr of a cat is certainly a happy sound for many humans, and most people assume it’s a sign their cat is relaxed. However, there are a number of different reasons why cats purr, and they’re not all a sign...

Thousands breaking the law by not microchipping their dog

Thousands of Brits may be hit with a £500 fine, as more than a million dogs in the UK have not been microchipped despite it being a legal requirement.

Experts from Quotezone.co.uk have urged pet owners to microchip their dogs and register them on a national database in order to make it easier to track down lost or stolen pups.

The microchipping law was put in place on 6...

Boredom busters for cats

While some cats may be happy to keep themselves entertained, others may need a bit more stimulation to keep their minds active and prevent them from becoming bored.

According to feline welfare charity Cats Protection, indoor cats, and cats who spend more time indoors during the colder winter months, can be particularly prone to boredom if they do not have enough entertainment....

No cat left behind: Calls to change hit and run laws

Drivers could be fined £1,000 if they accidentally hit a cat and fail to inform the police, under a proposed new law. Experts from LeaseCar.uk are supporting a campaign for the law to be changed to give cats the same rights as many other animals when it comes to road traffic accidents. Currently, drivers must stop and inform police if they hit dogs, horses, cattle, pigs, goats and sheep - but...

The rise of the pet prenups: Lawyers seeing divorcees turn to ‘pet-napping'

62% of households in the UK are now pet owners, so it is no surprise that one of the most common questions relating to divorce is: "what happens to the dog?". This is an even more pertinent question following the rise of dog purchases during the Covid19 pandemic to accompany us on our one walk a day.

Pet owners will be saddened to hear that, in the eyes of the law, our furry friends...

Cats Protection welcomes Pet Abduction Bill

The UK's biggest cat charity Cats Protection has welcomed the Pet Abduction Bill, following its second reading today.

The charity says the Private Members Bill - proposed by Anna Firth MP – would give cats and their owners greater protection in law and help prevent pet theft.

In particular, the proposals would help tackle the backstreet market in purebred cats and kittens,...

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