In Memory of a Special Cat – Drift
Drift was my soulmate; she was a fantastic cat. I will miss her greatly. You will always be with me Drift. Chrissy
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In Memory of a Special Cat – Bailey
Bailey Liston was one of a kind. He was and forever will be my baby boy, hero, best friend, sidekick, my ray of sunshine, my joy, my happiness. After years of struggling with physical and mental health, Bailey taught me how to love unconditionally. He taught me to enjoy the small things in life, laugh… Read more »
In Memory of Special Cats – Gizmo, Charlie and Molly
Gizmo She was our feisty, resilient and loving to her family (most of the time!) Our original baby girl an inquisitive girl which got her into no end of trouble but kept her fighting and keeping us on our toes for 15 years. Charlie Our handsome sun loving boy he loved a cuddle, on his… Read more »
In Memory of a Special Cat – Meep
Meep – 2nd Sept 1999 to 15th Feb 2022. It has been such a heart-breaking time saying goodbye to our beautiful Meep. Born in Hammersmith and always with her partner in crime, sister Peg, the only two black kittens from the litter. We lived many years in a small Victorian first floor flat in the… Read more »
In Memory of a Special Cat – Billy
15th January 2021 In memory of our beautiful boy Billy. Always there for us through thick and thin. Always there when we came home at the end of the day. Loved the way you slept on our bed.You were our world. Forever in our hearts. And a big thank you to all of you at… Read more »
Veterinary Ophthalmology
Veterinary ophthalmology is the branch of veterinary medicine which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the eyes. Eye conditions are commonly seen in the clinic and the most commoner condition we see are corneal ulcers. As part of the initial examination, Flourescein dye is applied to the eye to help diagnose the… Read more »
Senior Cat Check
Did you know that your cat is classed as a senior when they reach 8 years old? It’s never something we want to think about, but this is a time when signs of ageing conditions can begin to show. 8 cat years is equivalent to 48 human years, which is around the age we start… Read more »
Body Condition Score
It is important to monitor your cat’s weight to ensure they are at an ideal body condition as this helps to prevent conditions relating to feline obesity, such as diabetes. It is also important to ensure your cat is not underweight as if they are, there is likely to be a reason for this which… Read more »
Crude Fibre
Can you imagine eating chocolate for breakfast, lunch and dinner each day? It might sound appealing as a one off, but after a few days you would quite quickly begin to feel unwell! It may also cause you long term health problems too, which quite frankly, we could all do without. So, why would it… Read more »
Is Your Cat’s Food Complete?
What is a complete diet? The European Pet Food Industry Federation (FEDIAF) set out recommended guidelines for pet food to ensure a balanced diet. A ‘complete diet’ can only be classed as a complete diet if it meets the requirements for vitamins, minerals and nutrients within it’s food. Have a check of your cat’s wet… Read more »
In Memory of a Special Cat – Chester
Chester came into our lives in 2015, I was a volunteer at paws animal sanctuary and at the time I wasn’t looking for a cat but Chester showed great affection towards me, he was my whole world he had so much character and certainly let us knew what he wanted, he loved his food and… Read more »
Client Service
For us, coming to work is simply about caring for our patients and their owners each day, it’s no more complicated than that. At Cat’s Whiskers, we pride ourselves on five star service each time you come into our clinic. The Oxford Dictionary definition of ‘Premium’ is: of exceptional quality or greater value than others… Read more »
Water Bowls – Yes or No?
Generally speaking humans enjoy a drink with their food, and it’s often because of this we give the same option to our cats. However, how often do you find your cat drinking from running taps? In the wild, cats would source their own food and water as and when, from wherever they can find it… Read more »
Pheromones
Something we get asked a lot is “why does my cat rub against the furniture?”. When cats are happy and contented, they produce pheromones from their cheeks. These pheromones are one of the ways cats mark their territory so each time your cat rubs its cheeks against your legs, the table, chair legs etc it… Read more »
Hunting
Mice, birds, worms, rabbits… the list goes on, and this is one of an owner’s biggest worries when welcoming a cat into the family, hunting! The reality however is that a cat is a predator and will always do what is natural to them so it’s something we need to get used to. The good… Read more »
Catnip
Catnip is a plant, it’s proper name is Nepeta Cataria. Most of us will have used catnip at some point with our cats, and probably had a good laugh! A cat’s catnip adventure starts almost instantly after the first smell. It is likely they’ll roll around the floor, chase the toy that is covered in… Read more »
Grass and Cats
Despite it not being the usual, meaty dish, a cat craves, it is common to see your cat licking or eating grass if they go outside. Grass is a good source of fibre and is known to support the digestive system. Eating grass can help food and hairballs pass through or come up as it… Read more »
Physical Characteristics
Claws Cats have long, sharp claws which are used for climbing trees and fences, and for defending themselves. Generally outdoor cats look after their own claws, however senior cats and indoor cats might need regular nail clips. Coat Cats have beautiful fur coats which help them regulate their temperature and protect their skin. Their coats… Read more »
Common Cat Behaviours
Meow Probably the most recognised cat behaviour! It is thought the more we talk to our cats, the more they talk back. Cats may talk with a little purr or chirp, a simple meow, or if they are scared they may hiss or growl. Purring A sound taught by their mother, cats purr when they… Read more »
