Can cats eat bones? The feeding of raw bones is a controversial topic for cat lovers as well as veterinarians. Some swear by feeding them; others consider it to be a risky practice and recommend avoiding bones altogether. In the wild, a cat would live on a diet of small rodents and birds. Almost all […]
Cat Hygiene and Grooming
Cat Tongue – All About Your Cat’s TongueCat drinks water The cat’s tongue is made up of several groups of muscles, which move in various directions. It is unique in that it contains backwards-facing spines (called papillae) which form a barbed surface and act like a hairbrush when the cat is grooming itself. A healthy tongue is pink in colour. Any change […]
Cat Breeds
What is the Cat Loaf?What is the cat loaf? The cat loaf is a common position in which the cat sits with its paws tucked underneath the body and the tail wrapped around the side. The name comes from a shape that resembles a loaf of bread. When asked on the Cat-World Facebook group, other terms members used to […]
Cat Health
Adopt a Shelter Pet Day – How You Can HelpContinuing on with the updates on cat-related days, April 30 is Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. I think every day should be adopt a shelter pet day as there are still so many animals in shelters who are desperate for a loving home of their own. But, personal views aside, adopt a shelter pet day […]
Cat Health
40 Best Cat Quotes – Famous Quotes About CatsA cat is a puzzle for which there is no solution. ~ Hazel Nicholson A cat is always on the wrong side of the door. ~ Anonymous A cat is there when you call her – if she doesn’t have something better to do. ~ Bill Adler A cat is the only domestic animal I […]
Cat Diet and Nutrition
How Much Should a Cat Weigh? Our Vet ExplainsHow much should a cat weigh? The average healthy adult cat should weigh between 3.8 kg (7.9 lbs) – 6 kg (13.2 lbs), however, the number on the scales is just a guideline. A body condition score is a more accurate assessment of a cat’s ideal weight as this takes into account the cat’s overall […]
Cat Adoption and Rescue
Why do cats?…Common Cat Questions AnsweredWhy do cats scratch around their food bowl? Not all cats do this. This is an attempt to bury any uneaten food for later. In the wild cats will bury their uneaten food so that other animals can’t steal their “catch”. Why do cats eat grass? Grass acts as a laxative and helps with the […]
Cat Health
What Are Toe Beans?What are toe beans? Toe beans are the soft paw pads located on the underside of the cat’s paws. The name toe beans relates to the similarity between the cat’s paws and jelly beans. The origins of the phrase toe beans is unknown, but cat lovers and internet users have been using this endearing term […]
Cat Diet and Nutrition
Primordial Pouch in Cats: Our Veterinarian ExplainsWhat is the primordial pouch (Cat Belly Flap)? The primordial pouch (Cat Belly Flap) is a loose flap of skin that runs along the length of the cat’s belly but is most pronounced towards the rear. It can often be seen swaying from side to side when the cat walks or trots. Pet owners often […]
Cat Adoption and Rescue
Why Do Cats Roll In The Dirt?We’ve all seen it, on warm summer days if the cat goes outside he runs over to the first patch of mud he can find and has a good old roll. This is not a behaviour exclusive to cats, many other mammals also enjoy rolling in the dirt, but why? Unfortunately, there has been no […]