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10 ways to become a green, environmentally, eco-friendly cat owner
Becoming more environmentally friendly, reducing waste and recycling is becoming increasingly important to us all. In our household we recycle, reduce waste, run an energy efficient home and we are always seeking new ways to improve our green footprint. We are also a very busy household juggling work, children, pets and the general busyness of life therefore we tend to opt for options that are relatively easy to introduce and more importantly, to maintain. Having got the house and recycling running efficiently, we wondered if there was more we could be doing as cat owners to become more environmentally friendly. Our research revealed that there are many things cat owners…
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Do indoor cats need outside time? Why does my cat refuse to go outside?
The indoor versus outdoor cat is a hugely debatable issue amongst cat owners. We’ve previously explored the advantages and disadvantages of both options in our article ‘Should I let my cat outside at night? Indoor or outdoor cat’. It really is a personal decision, and factors such as where you live, your cat’s personality and what they are used to are all factors that cat owners consider when making this decision. We have a rather unique arrangement whereby one of our cats, Misty, is an outdoor daytime cat. She is let out in the morning and returns early afternoon. Misty is then kept in the safety of the indoors overnight.…
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Where should my cat sleep? Where do cats sleep outside?
We all appreciate a good night’s sleep. Everything feels and works so much better after a peaceful night of good quality uninterrupted sleep. Which got us wondering. Do cats feel better after a good night sleep? Is the location and type of bed a factor that enhances the quality of their life? This article will explore the how and the why of ensuring the best sleep for cats. Where should my cat sleep? There are several factors to consider when deciding where is best suited for your cat’s dedicated sleeping area; Somewhere Warm The position of their bed, or indeed any of their resting places, needs to be away from…
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Can cats get fleas from mice? Homeopathic & natural remedies for cat fleas
Just hearing or saying the word fleas can cause us to start itching! It’s no wonder that as cat owners we will therefore do everything we possibly can to prevent our cat from catching fleas. Despite their tiny size, just a few millimeters in length, fleas can cause a great deal of discomfort causing bites and irritation to the skin. They also carry other parasites such as tapeworm. Therefore, avoiding fleas is a priority for cat owners. But where do fleas come from? How do cats get them? Can cats get fleas from mice? The short answer is Yes, cats can get fleas from mice. Cat fleas are one…