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Welsh names for cats! And their meanings! Enwau Cymraeg i gathod!
Choosing a name for your kitten or cat is as important as choosing a name for your child (in our opinion!). Their name often describes their look or personality. Choosing a name that has special cultural connections can be an important factor too. Here we have compiled a list of our favourite Welsh names for your cats, together with a brief explanation of the meaning of the name or its origin. Firstly, a list of the finest Welsh names for the male cats. Welsh names for male cats Abel A beautiful biblical name, Abel was the second son of Adam and Eve. Alffi A shortened version of Alfred.…
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Best toys for kittens. Our top 9 toys for kittens!
Kittens have so much energy and they love to play! This can be a combination of play time with you, and time when they entertain themselves. It is important that kittens are provided with a stimulating and safe environment, to be entertained and to have their natural instincts satisfied. Spending a little time every day playing games with your kitten will boost your relationship and is a great way to get to know and understand each other better. Other benefits of play time with your kitten includes: Exercise for your kitten, helping their bones and muscles to develop and grow strong and healthy It can be a great tool for…
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Self-isolation with your cat – 10 things to do with your cat
The world at this moment in time can be frightening, lonely and overwhelming for many of us. Many people all over the world will be self-isolating right now, and whilst we recognize that this is the best thing to do, it can also be a very lonely and challenging time for many. Whether you are at home by yourself, with your family or living with your spouse or partner, it is a time where it is so important to do things at home that bring you happiness and joy. If you are blessed to have a cat as part of your family then spending some extra time with your cat…
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Best toys for an older / senior cat
Cats can live until 18, 19, even into their early 20’s. At the age of 10 onward, cats are classed as ‘senior’. When it comes to playing with toys, a cat’s abilities and needs will change as they get older. There are many factors that can affect how an older cat can, and wants, to play. Health, mobility and energy levels are key factors which may change the way of their play time. By recognizing when, and what changes, are likely to occur, then we can adapt toys and play time to ensure our cats have the most enjoyable and suited play. Of course, cats will differ in how they…
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How to celebrate Valentine day with your cat
February 14th – the day of love. St Valentine’s Day is an annual celebration of love and friendship. People celebrate in various ways – sending cards, buying gifts and spending time together. Whichever way it is celebrated, the underlying message is one of love and admiration. For many people, their pets, their cats, are part of their family and are so loved and cherished. For some, their cat may be their only friend or companion. Therefore, is it possible to celebrate Valentine day with your beloved cat? Of course it is, why not! And here’s our guide to celebrating Valentine day safely and joyously with your cat. Suitable Valentine gifts…
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Best gifts for cats – Top 10 Christmas gifts for cats
With Christmas just around the corner it’s time to start compiling those lists of presents to buy. In our household finding a gift for our two cats, Misty and Bella Boo, is just as important as finding a gift for all our other friends and family. So, in the quest to find the perfect gifts for our two feline friends, we have compiled a list of our favourite things which may help you too to find the perfect gift. 1. Advent calendar for your cat The build up to Christmas is just as much fun as the day itself. Our children love having an advent calendar, counting down the days…
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How fast can a cat run? What is a cat running wheel?
We’ve seen both our cats running at what seems to be extremely fast speeds. Sometimes it seems for fun, and other times they are running back to the safety of the indoors. Whatever the reason it certainly sparked our curiosity as to how fast can a cat actually run? A domestic cat can run as fast as 30 miles per hour (48 kilometres per hour)! This is not a speed they can maintain for a long time, more a short spurt of speed. A cat can usually run at their top speed only for a minute or so before needing to stop. To compare this with how fast a human…
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Creating the ultimate cat friendly garden – 10 top tips
Whether your cat is allowed to roam freely outdoors, or has outside access on a harness, or you are looking to fully secure your garden so your cat can access without wandering away, there are many things that can be done to ensure your garden is a safe haven for your cat. Many of these things are simple, inexpensive and easy changes or additions. They will enhance the garden experience for your cat. By ensuring most of these are included in your garden, there is a greater chance that your cat will be happier within the garden boundary and less likely to wander further afield. The top ten tips for…
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Top 10 recommended cat books for older girls and boys
Every parent wants their child to read, but we want them to enjoy it rather than seeing it as a chore. Our daughter lost interest in reading for a while, so we were keen to get her reading again. Her passion is cats – she adores our two cats, Misty and Boo. They are her world therefore we set on a mission to find some excellent novels – based around cats – for her to try. And here are our tried and tested, top 10 cat story books for older children. These book vary in suitability from ages 8 to 13 based on our experience and opinion. 1.‘Kaspar Prince of…
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How to celebrate Easter with your cat
With Easter just around the corner, how can we include our feline friends in this lovely Springtime event? Families enjoy Easter egg hunts, fun gifts, Springtime flowers and plenty of chocolate but many of these are actually harmful to cats. It is important to know how to keep your cat safe over the Easter period but it’s also fun to find safe cat friendly alternatives. We include our cats in Christmas events – advent calendars, gifts and so forth so why not indulge our cats at Easter too! So here is our ultimate guide to making Easter a time that your cat will enjoy too. Easter eggs Children of all…
