Summer has officially arrived! As temperatures soar, although cats are good at seeking out places to stay cool, they can feel hot and bothered, and are at risk of heat stress. Here are five vetted tips to help protect your kitty and keep them cool: 1. Bring your cat indoors Make sure they have access to […]
Paralysis ticks – scientifically known as Ixodes holocyclus pose a significant threat to pets, primarily along Australia’s east coast, spanning from North Queensland to Victoria. Thriving in warm, humid climates, these ticks are a year-round concern in the north and peak during spring and summer in New South Wales and northern Victoria. Recognising the signs […]
Storm anxiety in cats often goes unnoticed, as symptoms can be subtle, such as cowering or hiding. Here are our top tips to help you alleviate your kitty’s storm anxiety and keep them calmer during turbulent weather: Create a safe space: Ensure your cat has access to a designated “safe space” in your home where […]
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 are completely avoidable. So take the time to put a safety plan in place for your kitty, for the festive season, and beyond. We asked […]
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) that come with having your cat at their ideal weight. They are more easily mobile, have less pressure of their joints, can groom more easily […]
Some cats just love to lick their owners. Hands, ears, toes, hair! Nothing is off limits! Why do they do this? It would be really nice if we could ask our kitties this directly, until then here are some explanations as for why: Maybe you just taste good They just love you. Mummy cats lovingly […]
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 contain salts of nitrogen and potassium. As well as phosphorus. They vary in the additives, which can include agents to kill plants, insects and fungi, […]
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 commonly reported poisoning in cats. What are the signs of permethrin toxicity? Permethrin toxicity in cats is characterised by tremors, seizures, high body temperature, salivation, […]
Shedding of hair is absolutely normal for most cats, provided that they continue to maintain a normal hair coat. However, there are some things that can increase hair turnover (more shedding): Poor diet Inflammation due to allergies both fleas, food and environmental: make sure you use a good flea control regularly as fleas are the […]