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Keeping cats’ teeth clean and in pristine condition is often an overlooked aspect of cat ownership. Indeed, eight out of ten cats over the age of three will develop some form of teeth or gum disease in their lifetime. Dental health is all about preventative…

What is it about cats and being up high? The vast majority of breeds love to seek height, whether that’s up a tree, on a shelf, on top of the fridge or just about anywhere else elevated around the home. Having to spend half an…

Next up in our series of guides for popular cat breeds, we have the sociable and kind-hearted Birman. Often confused with a Siamese cat, this is one of the softest and most gentle breeds around. Birmans are known for their striking appearance and colourful coats,…

Whilst we all recognise that cats are one of the most clean-conscious animals in the kingdom, they can all benefit from a bit of human help from time to time. In essence, grooming helps to remove dead skin/fur and will provide you with the perfect…

Whiskers might be one of the cutest components of a cat’s body, but they are also a vital part of its anatomy. From being a built-in tape measure, to helping with night vision, to sensing vibrations and the environment around them, these small tufts of…

The PDSA estimates that one in four cats in the UK is kept indoor-only. There are several reasons for this and chief among them is that the safety and wellbeing of cats is at the forefront of every cat owner’s mind. In built-up urban areas…

Every cat owner would agree that cats can exhibit some rather odd behaviour from time to time. It’s what makes cats, cats. When trying to rationalise such behaviour, you might think that your cat is just having another ‘mad half hour’ but the reality is…

 All of you want to watch them play, but they’re on their tenth nap of the day.  You might wonder —  why do cats sleep so much? Our cats might be our affectionate little shadows, at times calm and sometimes playful —  but don’t let…

Cats’ eyes might almost seem magical, but we promise, it’s all science. Let’s answer the question: why do cat eyes glow in the dark? If you ever find yourself staggering to the kitchen in the middle of the night, half-asleep, in search of water, and…

Let’s get into the “if I fits, I sits” mentality — why do cats like boxes? And what’s behind this strange, adorable cat behaviour? If there’s one thing cats and toddlers have in common, it’s their love of boxes. You can buy them a new…

We love our cats. We just don’t always love the effect they have on our sofas. To preserve our sanity (and our money), let’s discuss how to protect furniture from cats. You’re relaxing in the evening. You have your glass of wine in hand, you’re…

Written by Dr Hannah Godfrey BVetMed MRCVS of All About Cats Cats can have a seizure or fit for many reasons and causes can either be within the brain or outside the brain. Causes that occur within the brain include epilepsy, infection or inflammation of…