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8 common feeding problems in cats and how to solve them
When it comes to mealtimes and food, cats can be very fussy. It can be difficult to understand what triggers some of their behaviours and how to solve these tricky problems. Here we will look at the 8 most common feeding problem, what can trigger these behaviour patterns, and tips for fast and easy solutions. If in doubt about your cat’s health or behaviour, do not hesitate to contact your veterinary for advice. The 8 common feeding problems addressed in this article will be: – My cat is always meowing for food – My cat is eating indoor plants – My cat vomits often due to eating too quickly –…
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Does the full moon affect my cat?
Our young cat Misty, is an outside cat, but returns home early evening and sleeps indoors at night. If it seems she has lost track of supper time, a good shaking of the treat box whilst calling her name usually sees her bounding home. However, there have been a few occasions when I’ve been out calling her, and it’s either been very late when she finally returns, or she hasn’t retuned at all until the next morning. And it suddenly dawned on me one night whilst I was pacing the gardening, well past midnight, calling her name, willing her to return home, the full moon shining brightly……. was the full…
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Can I give soup / broth to my cat?
One of our cats is a lot fussier than the other – whilst Boo will eat anything and everything, Misty is a great deal fussier. She will happily eat dry food but tends to lick the gravy or the jelly on wet food and leave the meat chunks. Cats seem to certainly know what they like or dislike, not only with taste but with texture too. When we came across brands selling soup for cats we decided to investigate further, is soup for cats a good meal for cats? Ready to buy cat soup Several of the major cat food brands including Sheba, Whiskers and Gourmet now offer soup…
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Best foods for a toothless cat
The main reason an adult cat may lose her teeth is due to gum disease, and older cats are most at risk or it may be that your cat has had to have them removed by surgery for other various reasons. Either way, it’s important to understand the best way to feed your cat to ensure she’s still receiving the calories and the nutrients needed to remain healthy. Why do cats lose their teeth? Just like humans, cats firstly develop milk teeth. These milk teeth appear in the first 3 to 4 weeks of a kitten’s life. The first milk tooth is usually lost at about 3-4 months and by…
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What is a catio / cat enclosure?
A catio is an outdoor enclosure for cats. A patio for cats! It’s a safe enclosure that allows your cat healthy exercise time and the enrichment of outdoor stimulation whilst protecting them from outside dangers such as cars and poisons. CAT + PATIO = CATIO A little research on the Internet revealed that catios are a growing trend. Concerns regarding traffic, theft, diseases and neighbouring pets are a constant concern for cat owners therefore a catio provides a solution between protecting their pets yet allowing cats the freedom of enjoying the outdoors. Benefits of a catio Whether your cat is an indoor or outdoor cat there are many benefits to…
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Does my cat need sunscreen?
Whilst we are all frantically applying sunscreen on ourselves, and our children, in this glorious hot weather, it raises the question of whether we need to apply sunscreen on our cats too? We are all aware of the potential danger to human skin from over exposure to harmful UV rays and awareness needs to be made that pets too can suffer sunburn from too much time in the sun. The sun emits both UVA (long wave ultraviolet A) and UVB (short wave ultraviolet B) – UVB rays cause sunburn and UVA rays can lead to skin cancer. Which cats are at risk to sunburn? Light coloured cats, in particular white…
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Cat Smoothies and Juices – with smoothie recipes for your cat
Cat Smoothies and Juices During this latest heat wave the family, including the cats, were all off their food – just too hot to eat! Therefore while I ensured the kids were still receiving their daily nutrition via fruit smoothies it got me thinking – could I make smoothies for the cats? Both our cats adore the little packs of Fun Sauces that are available therefore the same texture and flavours with extra nutritional value surely could only be a hit? Indeed, it was! So here’s a guide to what can be included in cat smoothies and what to avoid. Can cats eat vegetables? Cats are predominantly carnivores, their system…
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Can you give your cat a popsicle? and how to keep your cats cool in the sun
It was a beautiful hot sunny Sunday afternoon in June, the whole family basking in the sun enjoying a cooling refreshing popsicle when our daughter suggested that wouldn’t it be wonderful to give our cats, Misty and Bella Boo, a cooling treat! Which got us thinking…can you give your cat a popsicle? Therefore after some research and some feedback from our feline friends this is what we discovered. Are popsicles and ice creams safe for cats? To keep your cat healthy, don’t feed them sugary foods. Although sugar isn’t toxic to cats, to keep your cat healthy you should not give them sugary foods as it can cause obesity, cause…
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Can you give arnica to cats and other homeopathic remedies for cats
In this article you will find information on treating your cat and further sources of information that is available from reputable homeopathic practitioners. Always consult a veterinary practitioner if you have any health concerns about your cat. Homeopathy is an interesting topic with opinions ranging from firm believers to, maybe it works to, those who are completely non-believers. I first discovered homeopathy when seeking alternative options for an on-going minor health problem that I had. Having seen positive results my interest in the subject grew and I now often used homeopathy as an option for treating myself and my children with minor issues such as teething, sleeplessness etc. Having seen…
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Has my cat been poisoned? Symptoms-Causes-Treatment
As cat owners we haven’t had a poisoning experience so far, and we hope we never will, but we feel it’s important to gain as much knowledge on the subject as we can as a cat’s inquisitive character can put them at risk of ingesting or coming into contact with poisonous substances. Cats may ingest poisons from a variety of sources; see details below for various dangers. If you think your cat has been poisoned, even if there are no visible signs, take him/her immediately to the vet for professional advice. Take with you a sample of what has been swallowed if this is possible. If the poisonous substance is…
