Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is most likely caused by odour producing bacteria and tartar in your otherwise perfect I’m sure fur baby’s mouth! Although the most common cause,... read more →
No matter how low-maintenance your cat is (or laidback your parenting style), the reality is that emergency vet visits happen at this time of year, and that many of these... read more →
Many pet owners are unsure how to determine if their cat is indeed overweight. We’re here to make this simple. There are many benefits (for both you and your cat)... read more →
Some cats just love to lick their owners. Hands, ears, toes, hair- nothing is off limits! But why? It would be really nice if we could ask our kitties this... read more →
Fertilisers are toxic to both cats and dogs. However, it’s mainly dogs that are affected specifically owing to their scavenging nature. There are so many types of fertiliser, they generally... read more →
Many dogs and cats eat grass. There's a lot of speculation as to why, but actually little evidence. Popular theories include that they have a dietary deficiency (ie. fibre), that... read more →
Permethrin is an insecticide within the pyrethroid family. It is widely used in flea and tick control and is well known to be toxic to cats. Unfortunately this is a... read more →
Shedding of hair is absolutely normal for most cats, provided that they continue to maintain a normal hair coat. Things that can increase hair turnover (more shedding): Poor diet Inflammation... read more →
Cats are an absolute joy to care for, providing fun, companionship and improved health. But to truly be happy, we need our cats to be happy too, so the question... read more →
Dogs and cats can have eyes that are each a different colour. Specifically, it’s the coloured part of the eye called the iris. The term for different coloured irises in... read more →
The risk factors for heart disease in cats include family history (genetics are huge here, and the reason that we see certain conditions recur in certain breeds) and age (risk... read more →
UV rays from our harsh Aussie sun doesn't discriminate. Whilst skin pigmentation and thick hair do afford sun protection by providing a physical barrier to UV rays, it's the cats... read more →
This summer if you must take your pet on a road trip ensure the air conditioner is on and there is adequate ventilation in the car. Always have water available.... read more →
It’s not lost on us that the internet is full of videos of people sneaking cucumbers behind their cats whilst they are eating or sleeping to see how high they... read more →
My cat loves change. Said no one ever! Cats tend to like a predictable routine and familiar space but the reality is most cats will need to undergo a move... read more →