September 28th is World Rabies Day, and we wanted to take the opportunity to talk about a disease which is all too often shrouded in ignorance; and seems to fall dangerously between medical and veterinary responsibility. It is relatively rare in humans so tends to be forgotten by the public and can also be overlooked by doctors when searching for a diagnosis
Cat sitters can be a great addition to your contact list when booking holidays or short trips away. If, like many cat owners, you’ve decided that your precious moggy would prefer a kind and caring alternative to catteries, then cat sitting might be the answer you’ve been looking for
At KatKin, we like to think outside the box, but we prefer that everything else happens inside the box! Inappropriate urination is one of the most common behaviour issues reported by cat owners. It can occur for a multitude of reasons including medical problems; litter tray aversion; or as a means of scent marking
Getting a new kitten can be exciting for any household. Since the start of the pandemic, over three million households in the UK acquired a new pet
They say blondes have more fun, and redheads have fiery tempers. But what about our furry felines? What does the chic ombre of Siamese points say about them? And the orange stripes of a ginger tabby? There is some interesting science behind cat colours, and we are tickled pink to share it with you
Hand rearing kittens can be a fulfilling job to any cat lover. With their huge eyes; whisper-soft fur; and tremulous mews, they were born ready to steal our hearts
The 21st August 2021 is International Homeless Animals Day, which was introduced by The International Society for Animal Rights in 1992 (2). It is a day dedicated to raising awareness and improving conditions for homeless animals, so we thought it a great opportunity to shed some light on the homeless cat problem in the UK; and also to introduce the three rescues we have within the KatKin family
When it comes to cats, we love hard here at KatKin. We say all cats deserve hardcore cat parents, who go hell for leather for their wellbeing
You go all-in for what’s best for your cat, 24/7. So making sure they have a microchip should be no exception. Find out more about cat microchipping, why it matters, and how to get one.
July is Anti-Boredom Month so we thought it a fitting time to offer some tips on how to keep your cat entertained. Most of us by now have a very real perspective on how it feels to be locked down, so this is mainly for our indoor cats, and how we can help them find interest and inspiration from the inside! Keeping cats indoors has advantages and disadvantages
Have you ever heard the phrase “they are fighting like cats and dogs?!” and wondered if that is actually true? Can I get a dog if I have a cat? Whilst we cannot pretend we are not biased towards cats, what we can do is put an end to the myth. In the wild, our domestic cat and dog counterparts certainly don’t get along and could be considered “natural enemies” as they are competing for the same resources
Diabetes is a complicated condition and understanding it requires a basic knowledge of how food is metabolised within the body. As daunting as it may sound at the outset, diabetic cats can live long and happy lives if they are managed with care and consistency.