What does it take to care for 107 furkids? A big heart, for a start, and some intense bargain-hunting for toys and cat essentials. ...
Meet A Local Woman Who Cares For 107 Cats
5 Ways To Make Vet Visits Less Stressful For Cats
Something’s up with your cat. Most days she’s meowing by the food bowl a good hour before supper time, but for the second day running, she’s hardly touched her dinner. Could she be sick? You recall the last vet visit. How it broke your heart to see her cowering and trembling in her carrier;...
Why Does A Cat’s Tongue Feels Like Sandpaper?
Ever wonder why a cat’s tongue feels like sandpaper? Of course you have! Who hasn’t, right? For anyone who is still in the dark on the matter, listen up and learn....
LEGO Adds A Lucky Cat To Its Toy Range
After the successful release of the Tuxedo cat, LEGO® has introduced a charming new addition to its toy range with the Lucky Cat set....
Can You Train And Teach A Cat Tricks?
Teaching a cat commands may seem challenging, but with consistent patience and gentle persistence, it becomes achievable. Although it requires time and dedication, your cat can learn to give a paw, stand, or jump on command, strengthening your bond and enhancing your mutual understanding....
A Busy Mandela Day For TEARS Animal Rescue!
On 18 July, Mandela Day, TEARS Animal Rescue got to work, sterilizing and where needed vaccinating 67 animals and feeding even more pets with its Feed Hungry Pets Initiative thanks to the fantastic donations received from the public. ...
Study Shows Most Cats Fall Asleep On Their Left Side
Even long-time feline owners might not realize that their cats fall asleep on their left side, a curious pattern uncovered by scientists studying the sleep behaviors of domestic pets. Through their research, the wise men identified this intriguing tendency and traced its origins to neurological factors rooted in the brain....
Mountain Farm Drops Two Kegs Of Sourpuss Organic Apple Cider In Cape Town
If you’ve got a soft spot for both cats and craft brews, make your way to Bodega on Wale Street or Ganesh in Observatory in Cape Town to enjoy Sourpuss Organic Apple Cider on tap....
Gauteng’s First Internationally Accredited Cat-Friendly Clinic Opens In Pretoria
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...
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. ...