Tag: kitten insurance
The New Diet That could Harm Your Cat
Posted On 2014-08-01 02:08:37
There is a growing trend for vegans to try and impose a vegan diet on their pets; something that many veterinarians say is dangerous, particularly for cats. A recent case of a kitten in Melbourne, Australia, that nearly died after being fed a vegan diet supports the view that this... more
Kittens escape from Ipswich landfill site digger
Posted On 2013-06-07 12:06:18
Three abandoned kittens were found at a Suffolk tip just moments before a digger got to them, but they had a lucky escape when the staff at the Foxhall landfill site in Ipswich spotted them amongst the rubbish and scooped them to safety. It was thought that the five-week-old kittens... more
Cat survives long aeroplane journey trapped inside owner’s bag
Posted On 2013-03-08 11:03:17
A cat called Bisou from Cairo, Egypt survived a 2,200 mile journey from Cairo to London after being mistakenly packed in a suitcase. Mervat Ciuti from Cairo had no idea that she had packed her Persian cat and was happily enjoying the flight unaware her cat was on the same... more
Look after your feline friend this November
Posted On 2011-10-28 09:10:16
With Bonfire Night just around the corner, make sure your cat feels safe and relaxed despite all the loud noises. The effects of fireworks and the loud noises on Bonfire Night can cause many cats to feel stressed, anxious, scared and even contribute to the development of behavioural problems. They... more
Look after your pets this Halloween!
Posted On 2011-10-18 09:10:08
As Halloween is just around the corner, make sure you keep your pets safe with these hints and tips: – Chocolate is very dangerous to dogs and cats, so make sure the treats are well out of the way of your pet. Also, many different sweets can contain xylitol, which... more
Doggy raincoats sold in Japan to protect pups from radiation
Posted On 2011-10-17 11:10:09
The Fukushima nuclear accident struck in Japan following the T?hoku earthquake and tsunami on the 11th March 2011. Dog owners have begun to worry about the radiation from the disaster affecting their pet pooches, as dogs are so close to the ground and tend to forage in shrubbery and the... more
Brave kittens rescued from hornet’s nest
Posted On 2011-10-13 08:10:53
A man from North Dakota, US, has put himself in danger to save the lives of three kittens from a hornet’s nest. Jim Johnson was out working when he heard a crying sound coming from the window well of a garage. Looking inside, he found the three kittens covered in... more
4-week-old kitten survives a 900 mile train journey underneath train
Posted On 2011-10-12 12:10:42
Diesel the kitten was found underneath the driver’s cab of a train after travelling to and from London Marylebone and Kidderminster in the West Midlands at least 5 times, covering 900 miles at speeds of over 100mph. The kitten was discovered after drivers heard a meowing noise coming from underneath... more
Missing college cat returns after a year thanks to microchip
Posted On 2011-10-07 11:10:35
Spike the cat, who lives in and around Writtle College in Lordship Road and is known by staff and students alike, went missing last year and managed to survive on his own. Staff and students were overjoyed and breathed a sigh of relief when Spike was found in a Veterinary... more
Clever cat saves her babies
Posted On 2011-10-05 03:10:28
Jolie the cat was rescued by the RSPCA last month from the side of a road. After getting her health levels back to normal, they returned her to where she was found as it was clear that Jolie had recently given birth to a litter of kittens. As soon as... more