Eric

In 2013, my husband Thomas and I adopted our first cat, Avery, a stray we found in our garden. He was an only-child cat for years, as we were moving from country to country, starting from Canada to the UK, and then to Portugal. We didn’t want to adopt another cat during our travels. A […]

As a cat owner, you understand the importance of providing comfort to your feline friends, especially when they are unwell. My two boys, being snuggle bugs, seek solitude at times, but also crave warmth and affection. My late cat Athos was particularly lap obsessed when sick, which I appreciated. However, there are moments when you

While I know cat fountains are extremely useful and many people use them to encourage their cats to drink more water, I’ve been reluctant to try them for years due to several reasons. I’m not sure if these are common concerns for others or if those who use cat fountains can address whether my worries

While it’s not a strict requirement, I recommend measuring your cat’s daily food intake, especially if they struggle with weight regulation or have multiple cats in the household. Although it might be challenging, it’s beneficial for their health.I personally use a hybrid system for feeding my cats, which includes measuring their food twice a day

Overgrooming in cats can be a sign of various medical issues, but often it persists even after veterinary checks. Many cat owners find that their pets continue to overgroom, leading to bald patches. This was the case with my cat, Aramis, whose excessive grooming was a sign of an underlying issue that vets struggled to

I offer my sincere condolences if you’ve found yourself in the heart-wrenching situation of losing a cat unexpectedly. My first pet loss happened this year, with the passing of my beloved Athos. Despite noticing symptoms and seeking veterinary care, we were unaware of the severity of his illness until it was too late, as he

Here’s the thing. I’ll be upfront from the start. We had a mom who’d never let us adopt a pet. When I moved out, a purrfect little kitty came into my life. It was a stray that came around my house with my husband Thomas. We took it in after falling in love. Seeing how

If your cat – male or female – has ever rubbed his or her face against yours, chances are high you believe this to be a form of affection. You may think it feels like a very cat thing to do, an affectionate way of engaging with you, but not know exactly why or how.