Feline Nutrition

Feeding a British Shorthair: Diet Tips for a Breed Prone to Chunkiness

If ever there were a cat breed that could win a medal for looking like a teddy bear in feline form, it’s the British Shorthair. Stocky, plush, and round-faced, they’re built like little tanks, and they eat like them too, given half the chance. I’ve shared my home with these delightful cats for decades, and …

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Cat & Kitten Care

British Shorthair Personality: Calm, Aloof, or Just Misunderstood?

The British Shorthair is often portrayed as the quintessential British feline . . . reserved, dignified, and perhaps a tad aloof. But is this portrayal accurate? As a cat breeder, GCCF judge, and feline behaviourist with over 25 years of experience, I’ve had the pleasure of sharing my life with British Shorthairs. Their temperament is …

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Cat Inappropriate Urination

The Ultimate Guide to Stopping Inappropriate Urination in Cats

You adore your cat. You talk to them in a ridiculous voice. You post pictures of their toe beans on social media. You’d do anything for them.Except, perhaps, tolerate another puddle of wee in your shoes.If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve found cat pee where it shouldn’t be — the duvet, the bathmat, the …

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Cat Inappropriate Urination

How to Fix Litter Box Problems Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Cat)

There’s a special kind of despair that hits when you step in something wet at 2am — and it’s not the dog’s water bowl.If you’ve found yourself muttering, “I’m going to rehome this cat” or Googling “cat nappies” at stupid o’clock, you’re not alone. Litter box problems can push even the most devoted cat lover …

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Cat Inappropriate Urination

Cleaning Cat Pee the Right Way: Why It Matters More Than You Think

There’s a moment that every cat owner knows. A sudden whiff. That sharp, acrid tang that cuts through the room like a punch in the nose. You don’t even need to see the puddle to know — they’ve done it again.And so you reach for the cleaning spray. Maybe it’s antibacterial. Maybe it smells like lemon …

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Cat Inappropriate Urination

Medical Issues That Make Cats Pee Where They Shouldn’t

There’s a moment every cat owner dreads. You’re tidying up, minding your own business, when you suddenly spot — or worse, step in — a suspicious puddle. It’s not on the litter tray. It’s on your rug, your duvet, or behind the TV. And the big question begins to buzz: Why is my cat doing …

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