The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Veterinary Science at Onderstepoort, in partnership with Royal Canin, a global leader in pet nutrition, has officially opened Gauteng’s first internationally accredited Cat-Friendly Clinic. Located within the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital (OVAH), this purpose-designed facility is the first in the province to be certified by International Cat Care (iCatCare), setting a...
Cat Talk
Reasons Why Cats Love Boxes
Why do cats love boxes so much? Why would they rather sleep surrounded by cardboard instead of on a fluffy new cat cave? It turns out that this is a common preference among felines. ...
TEARS Supports Local Animal Welfare Hero Ingrid de Storie On Mandela Day
TEARS Animal Rescue is well into their Mandela Day 6’n’7 campaign to raise 13 tonnes of food for the dogs and cats in their Feed Hungry Pets Programme. TEARS believes that no pet should go hungry, and this programme subsidises pet food so that families struggling financially are able to feed their pets and keep them...
Unknown Facts About Kittens
July 10th marks International Kitten Day, the ideal occasion to celebrate those tiny bundles of fur, endless energy, and unconditional love. While most humans all adore kittens, there’s more to these miniature felines than meets the eye. In honor of Kitten Day, let’s delve into some lesser-known facts about kittens and, in doing so,...
A Tribute To The Last Leopard Of Hout Bay
Have you caught a glimpse of the legendary bronze leopard of Hout Bay while cruising along the breathtaking Chapman’s Peak Drive? If not, you’re missing out on a fine piece of feline art and a must-see cat tourist attraction in Cape Town!...
Cat Inspired Eateries And Drinkeries In Cape Town
Cape Town has a couple of cafés where cats are the order of the day. Since the opening of Cat Heaven, South Africa’s first rescue cat café in Somerset West, feline enthusiasts have been captivated by cat inspired eateries....
New AI Tech Translates Cat Meows In Real Time
A groundbreaking AI system translates cat meows with up to 95% accuracy, utilizing advanced algorithms developed by former Alexa engineers to interpret vocal signals. This technology deciphers meanings such as hunger, desire for attention, or contentment, offering cat parents unprecedented insight into their feline companions’ needs and emotions....
Minneapolis Showcases Feline Charm During Annual Neighborhood Cat Walk Tours
For eight years, residents of Minneapolis’s Wedge neighborhood have come together to celebrate a shared joy—spotting a cat in a window during a stroll!...
TEARS Celebrates Wobbly William: My Best Foster Fail Ever!
On May 10, 2023, a remarkable boy affectionately known as “Wobbly William” entered Catherine van der Linden’s life, transforming her world and inspiring countless others through her heartfelt story of an extraordinary foster fail with a joyful ending....
Human-Animal Bond Handbook Confirms That Caring For Cats Benefits Human Health
It’s been one of those days when everything that could go wrong, did. You feel drained, defeated, and your self-confidence is close to zero. But as you arrive home, you’re greeted by your faithful cat – visibly overjoyed to welcome you. Soon, the stress you felt has become a distant memory....
