Owner Guides

Cats, for all the docility and affection they may display, are consummate predators. Virtually any species smaller than they are sets off those hair-trigger hunting instincts. This can be difficult for a loving cat owner to reconcile: the cuddly, purring bundle of fur who provides so much love and comfort indoors, versus the hungry savage […]

Internal parasites of one kind or another are something that every cat owner must be aware of. Worms are transmitted through contact with parasite eggs or something that contains them, such as infected faeces. Your cat can pick up worms from a number of sources: from other animals, from fleas, or by eating wild prey

It can be tricky to tell the difference between male and female cats without peeking under the hood, as it were. Sometimes you don’t have an opportunity to sex a cat by looking at the genitals. Although it’s not an exact science, its possible to tell the difference between male and female cats by other

“Domestic shorthair” is a rather vague term. It doesn’t refer to a specific breed, like Oriental Shorthair or British Shorthair. Instead, it’s more of a blanket term covering any cat with short hair and no known pedigree. Some domestic shorthairs are simply mixed-breed moggies. Others may be crossed with recognisable breeds like the Siamese or

The domestic shorthair cat is the backbone of the feline population in many countries. The term applies to any cat with short hair and no specific pedigree. The term can also cover some mixed-breed cats, ones that have cross-bred with cats like the British Shorthair. The average lifespan of a domestic shorthair is about 13

Worms – internal parasites – are common in cats. They’re usually picked up when your pet roams outdoors. While a worm infestation is easy to resolve with proper treatment, the effects can be very unpleasant. Cats with worms tend to develop irritation of their sensitive hindquarters, which they may then drag on the floor. They’re

The term “domestic shorthair” covers a multitude of different cats. It’s an umbrella term covering all cats that have short hair but don’t belong to a specific breed. This can include everything from moggies of no known heritage to mixed-breed cats who have a known breed or two in their ancestry. A domestic shorthair could

Ah, the legendary hypoallergenic cat. Perhaps I should say “mythical” rather than legendary, because a truly hypoallergenic cat is still the stuff of fantasy. If only such a creature truly existed! We cat-allergic cat-lovers could live the dream of enjoying all those wonderful kitty cuddles without all the sneezing, wheezing and reddened eyes. Unfortunately, the

If there’s one thing that all cats seem to have in common, it’s an interest in human foods. Some cats like wet food, some prefer dry, some like chicken best, while others prefer fish, but all cats agree the that most enticing food is whatever their humans happen to be eating. These applies to foods

It’s not easy, being a cat lover with cat allergies. I’m all too familiar with the situation, since I’m allergic to cats myself — and yet I simply can’t imagine life without a furry friend or two in my home. It’s no surprise that many people try to cut this particular Gordian knot by finding

As a cat-allergic cat-lover, I know all too well why someone might want a cat allergic cat-lover. The quest for this mythical beast has swept up many breeds, with wheezing cat fans looking to the Sphinx, the Rex, the British Shorthair and the Chartreuse for sneeze-free feline companionship. Some insist that longhaired cats are the

While it’s true that indoor cats live longer, healthier lives, allowing cats outside has proven to have many physical and mental benefits for these felines. It will allow you cat to express their natural behaviours, get plenty of exercises, relieve stress for mental wellness, and get unlimited entertainment among other things. But as much as

Feline language is totally different from the human language. Fortunately, this does not mean you cannot communicate with your kitty. She will try relaying messages to you using her eyes, the position of her eyes, the tone of her voice, and the motion of her tail among other things. As the recipient, you have to