Miracle the four year old cat
Kittens and cats often come into people’s lives in unusual ways, but the arrival of Miracle into Christina’s life was exceptionally bizarre.
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Sushi the one year old cat
Cara has always been concerned about the environment; she has a doctorate in Environmental Science and Engineering, and has worked on a wide range of environmental issues in Ireland, from water qualit ..
Sharifa the twenty one year old cat
“Sharifa” is a girl’s name from the Middle East, meaning “honoured”.
Sooty the 11 year old cat is a challenge
Beatrice shares her home with three males: her husband George, her son Gerard, and her black cat, Sooty.
Pashmina the 3 year old cat
One evening, Monica noticed that Pashmina was behaving strangely. She was quieter than usual, staying in the corner, grooming herself continually.
Podcast
Allergies to cats, and Toxoplasmosis: vet spot podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
This week, Pete reported on two cat-related stories. First, new science on how people can be helped if they are allergic to cats.
Toby the 8 year old cat
Toby often greets Miriam when she comes home from work. He’s there, on the doorstep, looking up at her, purring.
Article
Telegraph online report on National Cat Awards | The Telegraph
Earlier this month, I attended the National Cat Awards in London (I'm pictured above with James Yeates, the CEO of Cats Protection.
Podcast
It isn’t normal for cats to bring up fur balls regularly: podcast from vet spot on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
To listen to this week's podcast, click at the foot of this page.
Podcast
How to live with an aggressive cat: podcast from Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show | Pat Kenny Show
Cats are predators, so naturally they have an inbuilt element of aggression.
Tiger is a one year old Bengal cat
Tiger is a special type of pedigree cat: there are very few Bengals in this country.
Podcast
Pete the Vet Podcast: How to handle over-enthusiastic dogs and wriggly, even angry, cats. | East Coast Radio
Listen to this week's podcast below: all about handling challenging animals. Humans have to work with pets, and sometimes it can be difficult to keep them under control.
Sissi was shot by someone with a high powered rifle
Like most cats, Sissi is a creature of habit: she comes and goes at around the same time each day. Last week, Mark let her outside after her supper: she always goes out for an evening wander.
Podcast
Podcast: How the companionship of animals can help humans, plus new controls on the sale of dogs in pet shops | Spirit Radio
The companionship of animals brings many benefits to humans: listen to this short podcast to find out more.
Cinnamon’s tail started to drag behind him
Even though he’s just a young adult, Cinnamon has become a creature of habit, coming and going at regular times of the day, sitting in particular places, and eating his food on schedule.
Article
Real-life dream jobs working with cats: my latest piece in the Daily Telegraph online | The Telegraph
If you're a cat lover, the idea of working with cats as a full time occupation may be your idea of a perfect life.
Podcast
The importance of socialising kittens: Pete the Vet Podcast
Kittens need to be well socialised so that they grow up to be calm, friendly pets. To find out more about this, listen to this podcast by clicking on the play button below.
Works of art featuring cats – a novel fundraiser for International Cat Care
An exhibition is currently on display in Somerset featuring a range of artworks centred on cats, aiming to raise funds for the important work of International Cat Care.