Care For Your Cat

All kinds of pets have their days where they simply won’t eat. Cats, however, are a particularly worrisome animal. This is because in most cases a cat’s loss of appetite can be related to illness. If it’s not, then it will certainly lead to illness. Just as with many other animals, a cat’s body turns to its fat stores for energy when it doesn’t intake enough food. This eventually leads to kidney failure, as the cat’s liver can’t keep up with burning all the fat. It’s therefore important to determine why exactly your cat isn’t eating, so that you can get its appetite back ASAP. So, what are some reasons for why your cat won’t eat? Illness: There are a number of illnesses that may be responsible or your cat’s loss of appetite. It’s therefore important that you work with your vet to determine what the cause is. Some illnesses include cancer, kidney failure, intestinal problems and pancreatitis. Though, it’s not always serious. Perhaps the reason your cat won’t eat is due to something as simple as a toothache. So, when you notice it isn’t eating its food, go to your vet and determine if illness is the cause. Vaccination: […]

Family pets are one of the most widely loved things worldwide, period. Alongside dogs, cats make the cut as the most loved and most common household pet that many families own. Our furry friends come in all colours, shapes and sizes and definitely possess all kinds of attitudes. In this article we’ll take you through some of the most common household cats, so don’t be surprised if you find your furry family member’s long-lost cousin in our list as well. So, in no particular order, here we go: Persian cat: Persian cats are characterised by their round face and shortened muzzle. They are one of the oldest cat breeds and their roots can be traced back to Persia (Iran), hence their name. This cat is definitely high-maintenance and needs to be groomed daily, though they make up for this with their affection and loyalty. Persians are a devoted and laidback cat, though the hair situation that you inherit by owning one can be nothing short of a nightmare. Siamese cat: An oriental cat, the Siamese cat’s roots have been traced back to Southeast Asia, though its exact origins are unknown. Its head is triangular, snout is thin and its eyes […]

Cats can be purr-ty strange creatures at the best of times. Sometimes they can be irresistibly cute while other times your cat’s behaviour can outright freak you out. We’re here to help you get a little more familiar with our feline friends by defining their top 10 positively odd cat behaviours. Let’s get right into it. Your cat is endlessly ignoring you Does your cat sometimes ignore you when you try to snuggle up to it or get its attention? Don’t worry. Your cat doesn’t hate you and it’s not a complete jerk. Well, it’s not the only complete jerk. Some cats will just simply ignore whoever calls them out because they like their alone time. It’s just a behavioural trait that’s deeply rooted to the cat’s evolution. Your cat wants your attention For every time your cat ignores you it probably also tries to make its presence known as well. You know, by sitting in front of the TV when you’re trying to watch it; laying across your laptop when you’re trying to work; or, by just stroking its body and tail against you to let you know it would like for you to pat it. Make up your mind, […]