Can a cat and tortoise live together? The short answer is, yes, cats and tortoises can live together. However, it is highly recommended that care and precautions are taken to ensure safety for both species. Cats and tortoises are not natural enemies, but neither are they naturally friends. There is likely to be an element of curiosity, wariness and they may simply just not know what to make of each other. Kittens are known to be very agile and playful and will investigate anything and everything that twitches or moves. Seeing a tortoise peeking its head from its shell will be an invite for an inquisitive kitten. A kitten could…

What is a Tomcat? A tomcat is a domesticated male cat. Specifically, they are sexually active adult male cats that have not been neutered. Because of this, they will roam in search of a female cat in heat. They will not hesitate to encroach on another male’s territory to seek a female to mate with. They will also not hesitate to fight if needed, to win the attention of a female. The name ‘Tom’ is believed to have been associated with young male kittens as far back as the 1300’s. But the term ‘Tomcat’ became widely used and recognised from 1760 onwards. It stems from a cat character in a…

It’s every indoor cat owner’s worst nightmare! A window accidentally left open or a mischievous cat sneaking up behind you as you open the door – and in a second your precious indoor cat is outside! Despite all the best intentions and safety measures, indoor cats can sometimes escape. If you are present the moment that your cat escapes, then hopefully it will be a quick and easy task of picking them up and bringing them back indoors. But what if your cat will not let you catch them, or even worse, you have no idea where they have gone. Here are some tips to getting your indoor cat back…

Our cat family includes one outdoor cat and one indoor cat. Several events and factors have led us to this scenario but the ultimate goal that every cat owner strives for has been achieved – we have two very happy, contented kitties.  The indoor/outdoor cat debate is a contentious issue, but at the end of the day, each one of us simply want the best for our cats and kittens. Our rather unique scenario has given us a useful insight into their needs and behavior under these different circumstances. Our outdoor cat, Misty, is often seen chewing on blades of grass. Which led to the question, does our indoor cat,…

Introducing a new cat to be part of your family is a very exiting time. It can also seem a little overwhelming especially when we want to ensure we give them the best that we can. The variety and choice of products on the market is vast and it can be difficult to decide sometimes what items are essential and which are for fun or just a gimmick. A cat tree can be a relatively expensive item therefore is this something that we should be getting our cats? Does my cat need a cat tree? Although there are factors such as space, cost and the risk that your cat may…

As the aroma of the freshly cooked roast beef fills the house, our taste buds go into overdrive. Plating up the beef for our family one day got us wondering – could we share some of this tasty beef with our cats? Was it safe for them to eat a little of this beautiful piece of cooked meat? This article isn’t about substituting commercial cat food for homemade. It is about exploring what is safe or not safe to feed your cat as a little treat every now and then. If you have any concerns regarding your cat’s diet or wish to change their existing diet, please seek professional advice…

The cat food aisle in supermarkets these days has so much choice. Dry food, wet food, foods to suit various ages and diets, and in addition to all these choices there are also cat treats. Again, a vast choice including lick treats, dry treats and all with various flavors and benefits. But do cats need these treats in their diets and is there a limit on how many treats we should give our cats? How often should I give my cat treats? Firstly, your cat does not NEED treats. Their daily nutritional requirements can be achieved with a balanced diet of good quality, age appropriate cat food. If you have…

Whether you already have a multi cat household or are thinking about another kitty addition to your family, maintaining peace and happiness is priority. Does having more than one cat mean doubling up on everything? Is it a necessity or a luxury for your cats to have one each of everything or is it perfectly acceptable for them to share? Cats aren’t usually keen on sharing. They are independent and self-sufficient animals where sharing doesn’t come naturally. Food is the key source for survival, and in the wild, cats would eat any prey that they had caught, alone. This natural instinct of eating alone and an unwillingness to share gives…