The post Tips for Keeping Your Cat Hydrated: Water Bowls, Fountains, and More appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. As a cat owner, you probably know how important it is to keep your pet hydrated. Cats may not drink as much water as dogs, but they still need a good amount to maintain their health. Without proper hydration, cats can develop problems such as urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and even dehydration. So, how can you make sure your feline friend is drinking enough water? Here are some meow-velous ways to keep your cat hydrated! Meow-velous Ways to Keep ..read more

The post RSPCA Investigates Shocking Cat Killing in East London: Cat Found Drowned in Pond tied to Brick appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. Cat tied to brick was drowned in pond RSPCA investigates ‘hideous’ cat killing in east London The RSPCA has launched an investigation after the body of a cat was found tied to a brick in a pond in east London. The RSPCA was alerted to the incident on Monday (4 March) and Inspector Chris McGreal launched an investigation. The body of the cat – a ginger and white long-haired male – was found by a member of the public in the pond a ..read more

The post RSPCA Appeals for Information After Cat Found Dead in Basildon appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. The poor cat was found dead by a local window cleaner The RSPCA is appealing for information after the body of a female black cat was found hanging by a rope from a fence panel in a Basildon back garden. Photo removed as this would be distressing to some readers. A member of the public found the body of the pet and alerted the homeowner who didn’t recognise the poor cat. After enquiring with neighbours, they took the body of the deceased cat to the vets. The fe ..read more

The post UK Pet Food Reveals More Men Adopting Adult Cats: New Pet Population Data 2024 appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. Paw-some new pet population data released by UK Pet Food Whiskers twitch as report reveals that more men are adopting adult cats Today, UK Pet Food (formerly Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association) unveils its NEW Pet Population Report for 2024 (1). The research reveals a noteworthy gender difference in pet adoption demographics with more men opting to adopt adult cats.  Findings also highlight the huge value that pets bring to ..read more

The post Top Tips for Pet-Friendly Spring Cleaning – Expert Advice and Hacks appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. Hello Spring! Time to refresh your home and tackle pet odour. Living with your pet – 6 top tips to tackle spring-cleaning. Spring cleaning pet peeves? Expert advice for a safe, successful spruce up! Keeping your furry friends safe during the big spring clean! The official arrival of Spring on 20th March1 often prompts people to freshen up their surroundings with a good old clean. In fact, Google trends showed the spike in searches for ‘spring cle ..read more

The post Essential Cat Grooming Tips for Happy and Healthy Felines appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. Cats are not just pets, but they are cherished family members, deserving of the best care possible. Caring for a cat can often mean a lot of responsibility, as one key aspect of their well-being is proper grooming, which ensures not only a shiny coat but also a contented and healthy cat. All cats, regardless of the length of their fur, need to be groomed regularly. This is also a great opportunity for the owner and their cat to bond. “Cat grooming can be time consum ..read more

The post Blue Cross Urges Veterinary Practices to Address Rising Costs and Offer Transparent Options appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. Following CMA’S concerns around the rising costs of the veterinary sector for pet owners, national pet charity Blue Cross wants to urge private practices to adopt a more pragmatic approach when it comes to treatment. Following a sharp rise in owners presenting to Blue Cross hospitals, being unable to afford treatment in their own practice, the charity is calling for the sector to be more transparent with owners a ..read more

The post Cat Heaven Island: A Guide to Tashirojima, Japan’s Feline Paradise appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. Hi everyone, Please find below a guest contribution by Stephanie Musarra: Cat Heaven Island A Paradise for Catlovers Tashirojima Island is located in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. It can be reached by a twenty-minute ferry ride. It has been dubbed Cat Heaven Island since felines outnumber people 6 to 1. The human population is around 100.  Eighty-three percent of the population are elderly. The main occupations of the residents are hospitality worke ..read more

The post The Surprising Tale of Saint Gertrude: From Nobility to Patron Saint of Cats appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. by Joe Longo How did a nun from the Early Middle Ages become the patron saint of cats, though the Catholic Church has never made that official? But that is how she is known today. Saint Gertrude lived between 628 and 659 in Nivelles, Belgium. She was born on the 17 of March (the same date that St. Patrick is celebrated) into family of wealth and nobility. She knew at an early age what she wanted from life. When she was ten she was asked by her nob ..read more

The post RSPCA Rescues Cat Trapped in Boarded-Up House for Two Weeks appeared first on Katzenworld - Welcome to the world of cats!. RSPCA rescues cat trapped in boarded-up house for two weeks Felix became stuck in the empty house when the property was boarded-up The RSPCA has rescued an intrepid feline who had been exploring an empty house on the street where she lives – before the property was boarded-up and she sadly became stuck inside. Felix, a four-year-old female, black and white cat, had been missing from her Hartlepool home for 10 days before her owner, Joanne Keir, heard a familiar c ..read more