Are essential oils safe for your cat?

Are essential oils safe for your cat?

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...
Tips for giving your cat oral medication

Tips for giving your cat oral medication

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...
Cleaning up after your cat

Cleaning up after your cat

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,...
Tips for finding your missing cat

Tips for finding your missing cat

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,...
Should you keep your cat indoors at all times?

Should you keep your cat indoors at all times?

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...
Keeping cats cool in summer

Keeping cats cool in summer

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,...