If your cat turns their back on you regularly, you could feel dismissed or even offended. Here’s the good news: this common feline behavior is actually one of the highest compliments your…
If you’ve ever walked down a street only to have a cat trot over and rub against your legs—a cat you’ve never seen before—you’re not alone. Many people experience this phenomenon regularly…
Introduction to Feline Communication Cat sounds are a key part of how your feline friend communicates. This article covers the types of cat sounds, what they mean, and how to…
Cat spraying is often associated with tomcats, but many Australian cat parents are surprised when their female felines start urinating on vertical surfaces. Whether you’re dealing with an…
Giving a cat a pill can feel like the ultimate test of your relationship. Cats are intelligent and opinionated creatures they will happily turn a bitter tablet into a game of hide and seek…
Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is a lentivirus that attacks a cat’s immune system much like HIV does in humans. However, FIV only infects cats it isn’t transmissible to people or dogs.
Discovering blood in your cat’s urine can be frightening. In veterinary terms it’s called haematuria, and while it may be as subtle as pink tinged urine, it can also be a sign of life…
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) in cats aren’t as common as many owners think, but when they occur, they are painful and can lead to more serious problems. Australian vets frequently see…
Keeping tabs on your cat’s litter box habits isn’t the most glamorous part of pet parenting, but it’s one of the best ways to monitor their health. Cats normally pass a bowel movement every…
Seeing blood in your cat’s poop is unnerving, especially when your feline friend appears otherwise happy and active. Cats are masters at masking pain, so a cat that is eating, grooming and…
It started with a scratch, just one. You probably thought your cat was just being playful, or maybe they brushed up against something itchy. But then came the second scratch. And the third.
Every year on the 25th of April, Aussies and Kiwis gather at dawn services across our nations to commemorate ANZAC Day. It's a day etched into our collective consciousness—a solemn occasion…
