Are Siamese cats hypoallergenic is a question often asked my pet allergy sufferers when considering buying a Siamese kitten. As someone who has a child that suffers from allergies, I understand the challenges of finding a cat that won’t trigger those bothersome symptoms. Did you know that cat allergies are caused by an immune system overreaction to certain proteins? One ...
Hypoglycaemia in kittens if not treated is fatal. See the series of videos charting the progress of a very poorly kitten – please be warned that the videos are initially distressing but have a happy ending. Hypoglycaemia in Kittens Often Misdiagnosed A condition occasionally seen in kittens, and often misdiagnosed, easily treated with glucose if the kittens can swallow or ...
Progressive Retinal Atrophy or P.R.A what is it and do I need to test my cats????? Progressive Retinal Atrophy The quick answer is that it progressive retinal atrophy is a hereditary disease that is thought to cause blindness in Siamese cats. The theory is that the gene responsible needs to be passed on from both parents to cause blindness. In ...
Overweight Pets Statistics Overweight pets statistics can sometimes be very shocking! The infographic in this article serves to remind people just how many of our pets are indeed overweight. Dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and even mice are all great pets. A pet in most households are commonly considered a member of the family. Because we think of them as a ...
Overweight Cat An overweight cat is an unhealthy cat and as a responsible pet owner it is your job to help control your cats weight with a healthy diet and with exercise. Not everyone is comfortable with allowing their cats outside and deciding between indoor or outdoor for your cats is something you must decide for yourself. In the event ...
What is Feline Acne? Feline Acne Feline acne is one of the most common skin problems in cats, often occurring as blackheads on the chin or tail. In mild cases this may go unnoticed or owners may assume it is simply a dirty chin or flea debris. However more serious cases can require an intensive care routine and can be ...
How Does My Cat Recognise Me If you own a pet cat, I’m sure the question of recognition has crossed your mind at some point. My cat spends most of her day staring at my feet, or snoozing on my legs if I’m lounging on the sofa. Surely my lower body can’t be that completely unique and distinct from everybody ...
Feline Health Problems and the Symptoms Feline health problems and the symptoms are something every cat owner needs to be a ware of. Owning a cat is a heavy responsibility which doesn’t end at just feeding, walking, and picking up after it.  Health and well-being is of equal importance, and you should become aware of the symptoms and exactly what ...
How to Spot and Treat Cat Depression Depression in cats is not something many people are aware of as opposed to human depression, very few people actually realise that animals can suffer from this mental illness too. Typically, depression in cats can be a sign that something is wrong medically, but it can also be due to the lost of ...
Worried About Your Cat Not Eating? We all get sick from time to time, even our pets. There are many things we do as humans that tell others we are not well. Not eating is one of the major signs of ill health in a person as well as an animal. If your cat is not eating properly, it can ...
