Cat health & behaviour

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Top tips for living with a blind cat

7th July, 2020

So you’re thinking of adopting a blind cat? Or has your own beloved pet recently lost its sight? Cats are adaptable creatures with acute senses hearing, smell and taste. Blindness is no barrier for your feline – if you’re prepared to make a few adaptations to your own lifestyle....

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Vet Advice - Sunburn in Cats

7th July, 2020

Sunburn, also known as solar dermatitis, happens when an animal has prolonged exposure to the sun. Any animal can be susceptible to this, but white and light-coloured coats are more prone to developing sunburn....

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Cats help people cope with loneliness during lockdown

30th June, 2020

Having pets is good for your mental heath, and during the Covid-19 lockdown it’s been more important than ever to have a comforting presence at home....

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Should you give your cat a bath?

17th June, 2020

Bathing a cat is unlikely to be a fun or easy job, but it’s sometimes an essential part of caring for your kitty, along with choosing the right pet insurance. Read on for our quick how-to guide....

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What do these cat noises mean?

16th June, 2020

Ever wondered what your tabby would say if it could talk? Well, it already can – and learning to speak your moggy’s language is essential for feline-human bonding....

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What to do if you find a stray or feral cat

3rd June, 2020

It can be difficult to tell the difference between a stray and a cat that is simply lost. If you have lost your cat, pet insurance should help cover the cost of advertising for its safe return....

a young child stroking a ginger cat

Cat-themed worksheets and quizzes designed to make home learning fun

2nd June, 2020

It’s a new school term, and while some children are going back to school, many more are continuing home learning. If you’re looking for something educational and fun for your primary age child, check out Cats Protection’s “moggy modules”....

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Adopting a cat in lockdown: Cats Protection launches hands-free homing

19th May, 2020

Cats Protection is rolling out contactless adoption to more rescue centres after an initial trial proved to be a success. The ‘hands-free’ homing scheme allows the charity to continue finding new homes for kitties in its care at a time when its shelters are still closed to the public due to the coronavirus lockdown....

How to train your cat to use a cat flap

How to train your cat to use a cat flap

12th May, 2020

If it’s time to let your precious new kitten outside, you may want to install a cat flap to make it easier for them to come and go as they please....