Jul 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
Copyright ABC Everyday / Adobe Many of us have used essential oils for aromatherapy or relaxation, for medicinal purposes or even for cleaning. Essential oils are considered safe for humans to use – but are they safe for cats? Which essential oils are safe for...
Jun 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
At some stage, we all need to give our feline family members medicine – whether it’s for regular worming treatments or to help them recover from illness. Like humans, some cats are more comfortable taking medicine than others. Some cats may be more unsettled by it all...
Apr 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
At some point, most of our feline friends will vomit, drool, pee or poop on our carpet, floors, furniture or bedding. If this has happened in your home, the first question to ask yourself is whether your cat has started doing any of these things frequently? If so,...
Mar 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
If your cat has been missing for several hours, overnight or longer, here are some tips to help you find your furry family member. Finding your indoor-only cat Indoor-only escape artists usually stick close to home and we often hear that these cats are found nearby,...
Feb 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
In short, we say yes! There are many pros to keeping cats indoors at all times – and the few cons can be managed. The debate about whether cats should be kept indoors or allowed outdoors is a long-standing one. Vets, animal welfare organisations, cat shelters and...
Jan 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
Summer is here and there have been some high-temperature days already. What can you do to keep your indoor feline friend cool and healthy during summer? As with humans, cats vary with how they adapt to the hotter days during summer. Some cats can cope with the heat,...
Dec 6, 2022 | Uncategorized
Does your cat make you sneeze? You could be allergic to your cat! Or would you like to adopt a cat but suspect you’re allergic? Read our tips on how to manage your cat allergy. Allergies occur when our immune system overreacts to a foreign substance called an...
Oct 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
Are you renting and want to adopt a cat but are unsure what the new rules about having a pet are? Or do you already have a cat and need to find a rental property? The Cat People of Melbourne advises you to do 2 things in both of these situations – understand your new...
Sep 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
Are you looking for your purrfect match but are unsure about making a lifelong commitment straight away? Then let our experienced match-makers help you find your furever feline friend. At Cat People of Melbourne, our aim is to find cats for humans and humans for cats....
Jul 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
July is National Desexing Month. This is an annual initiative of the Animal Welfare League Queensland and this year’s theme is ‘Two’s Company – A Litter’s a Crowd’. Cats can become pregnant from as young as 4 months of age, while they’re still kittens...