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Bringing a cat (or any pet) into your home is exciting but a significant commitment. It would help if you planned and budget carefully to ensure the well-being of your newest family member and your peace of mind....
TEARS Animal Rescue has announced that it can no longer accept rescue intakes as the organisation has 363 pets in its care at its Kennel and Cattery and foster care. Of those, 75% are considered adoptable while the remaining 25% are in its rehabilitation programme either convalescing from illness, injury, and/or abuse; or are too...
TEARS Animal Rescue has announced an increase in laboratory confirmed cases of Infectious Canine Hepatitis (ICH), which results in a 95% death rate in unvaccinated animals or if they receive treatment too late. Due to the infectiousness of the disease TEARS is urging pet owners to speak to their local animal clinic regarding the risks to their pets and confirm...
Neutering or spaying your house cat, or any cat for that matter, is imperative. There are many reasons for this, but the most important ones are to prevent unwanted litters, reduce the risk of certain diseases, and improve your cat’s behaviour. If you are considering getting a cat, or if you already have a...
Just like humans, cats can experience stress and anxiety. This can manifest itself at different stages of their lives and as a result of certain traumas and events. Providing your beloved cats with calming medicine during difficult times is an important part of their overall care routine....
One of the most important things you can do when you are feeling cold and your joints are stiff and sore is to stay active and keep moving. According to Dr. Guy Fyvie of Hill’s Pet Nutrition, the quote “We don’t stop moving because we grow old; we grow old because we stop moving”...
Putting together a home-cooked meal is a wonderful way to show someone special that you care and our cats are no exception. But before you start pulling out those pots and pans to whip up a fancy feast meal or treats for your cat, read this first. ...
While we often associate the gut microbiome exclusively with human health, it’s important to recognise our cats (and other pets) also harbour their own intricate microbial ecosystems. ...
Once you have one cat as a pet, it’s easy to want more and more. Who doesn’t enjoy their sweet cuddles and lovable personalities? The temptation to get more cats increases whenever you see a stray or someone giving one away....
Hairballs and cats are not the best of friends. There’s a Hairball Awareness Day for a reason, after all. It’s therefore important to get your hairball facts straight in order to look after your cats and their wellbeing....
