Major retailers in South Africa will be adding warning labels to the Lillies they sell to bring awareness of the danger the flower holds for cats. This is after a Cape Town family is mourning the loss of their cat, Pi, who passed away after coming into contact with lilies. Lilies, readily available for...
Summer Safety: The Best Sunscreen For The Cats Of Cape Town
Some humans mark the beginning of summer on the solstice but for the sun worshippers of Cape Town, summer is in full swing. Stretch out on the deck, gazing at the sun and living their best lives, the cats of the Mother City love sunshine and clear skies as much as the stoned citizens...
What To Do When Your Cat Gets Stung By a Bee
Cats love to play and bugs are often tempting prey. If your cat is playful and curious, he might stick his paw too close to a bee or wasp and get stung. In most cases, cats will heal from a bee sting on their own and will need only minor first aid. However, some...
GemmerKat Ginger Beer takes Capetonians back to their cultural roots
Ginger beer has been a favourite drink among humans all over the globe since the 18th century. The way ginger beer is brewed has evolved and adapted to modern times. While some ginger beers on the market have strayed from their origin, GemmerKat Craft Ginger Beer has continued to focus on what makes it...
Catcalling Cape Town Males to pose with a Pussy for SPRING KITTEN contest
Are you a cat dad who is brave enough to bare all to prove how much you care for felines? If so, it’s time to buff up like a man up and strike a pose with your pussy cat, for the inaugural 2022 Spring Kitten contest for the cats of Cape Town....
The International Internet Cat Video Fest 2022 Is Coming To Cape Town
The world’s #1 cat video festival is back in 2022 and this year it’s coming to Cape Town from 22-29 September 2022!...
Make Your Cat Fall In Love With Their Litterbox With These Expert Tips and Tricks
The litterbox is, perhaps, the most important item that can make or break your relationship with your cat. If your kitty refuses to use theirs, it can be difficult to live in harmony, which is why elimination problems are the number one and most common complaint among cat parents and a leading reason why owners...
Why Do Cats Chatter?
Cats make lots of weird and wacky noises. Obviously, we know that they meow, but there’s also another super cute noise that cats make that’s known as chatter. And, like it’s called, that’s a lot like what it sounds like, too....
Bowling For Paws
HELP THE PAW! Make a huge difference in the lives of animals in need and have a fun-filled day of garden bowls with family and friends!...
What is High-Rise Syndrome in cats?
When we think of a syndrome, we might think of a medical condition which has a particular set of physical symptoms. High-rise syndrome in cats is something a little more subtle. It is an extension of their natural propensity to seek out high places. It has almost become a joke for firefighters in quiet towns to...