Although our cats have been a part of our family for many years now, we continually enjoy learning about our feline friends. A key part of this has been to join several cat forums and learning from others. One topic that keeps coming up is that cat owners are concerned about their cats eating or licking spider webs and eating spiders! We have certainly noticed our youngest cat going crazy in the catio chasing various moving insects such as flies, butterflies and moths! It is quite probable that the odd spider has been chased and maybe eaten too. What is behind this fascination with eating spiders and their webs? Why…

Friends of ours were extremely excited to be welcoming a new kitten to their family. They already had one, much loved, older cat and were keen to give another cat a home. Their current cat was 10 years of age which marks the beginning of their older years. They were desperate for the two cats to get along and were upset and worried when it became clear that this wasn’t the case. Their initial worries were that the older cat may not have accepted the new, young kitten. But much to their surprise it was the other way around! It was the kitten that was bothering the older cat. The…

Family dynamics can be complex in the human world, but can there be issues in cat families too? Multi cat households are common. There will often be displays of hierarchy and dominance but careful observation and caring for the lower ranking and more vulnerable cats can help manage the situation. But a common question asked on various cat forums is whether a mother and daughter cat can live together happily? Whether keeping the mother and daughter cat together is out of choice or that circumstances dictate that this must be the case, the aim will always be for a happy harmonious household. Can a mother and daughter cat live together…

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 a busy mum, wife, friend, I thrive on routine and organisation. And when routine fails, things just don’t flow. And I know many humans (not all!) will agree with this. But does the same apply in the animal kingdom, and in particular, with cats?  Do they have structured routines? Do they just adapt to changes? And more importantly do they like the routines that we humans impose on them simply to make our lives easier? Do cats like routine? The simple answer to this question is YES, cats like routine. In fact, routine is not just a preference for cats, most cats will thrive on it. A disruption to…

One of our cats is an indoor cat but our first cat, Misty, has outdoor access during the day and is kept in overnight. During the colder, darker days of the winter months, Misty will often return from her adventures early. She will be eager to return to her warm bed or prefer to watch the outside activities from the comfort of her cat tree. But sometimes we need to encourage Misty to come earlier or during the longer summer days she may be out later than usual and once again, we want to encourage her to come home. So here in this article we share our 7 top tips…

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…