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Essential cat guides

Helpful support and practical advice for cat owners.

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    Discover our cat guides

    With a wide range of helpful tips and tricks, our cat guides are useful for new and experienced cat owners alike. We can help guide you through everything to do with cat care – from what to consider before getting a kitten to making sure your home is cat friendly. 

      Cat breed guides

      Explore characteristics, temperament, vital stats and key facts for more than 20 different cat breeds.

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      How to choose a cat

      Considering getting a cat? Find out what’s involved in looking after kittens, adult cats and different breeds.

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      How to prepare for a cat

      Just got a new cat or kitten? Read our guide on how to welcome it into your home.

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      Cat vaccinations

      Learn all about cat vaccination prices, the types of vaccinations they might need and more.

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      Bringing your cat home

      Make sure your home is cat friendly and ready for your new feline companion.

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      Cat FAQs

      We’ve answered some of the most common questions we get asked about looking after cats.

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      Your cat’s behaviours explained

      Learn more about what cat behaviour is normal and what can be signs something is wrong in our guide.
       

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      Black cats and superstition

      Black cats are associated with many different superstitions in cultures and historical tales around the world.

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      Cost of buying and owning a cat

      Whether you’re hoping for a kitten to join your family or looking to bring some TLC to an older cat, there are costs to consider.

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      How to look after a kitten: the first 24hrs

      Learn the signs a kitten is settling in and how to replace those gentle cries with fuzzy hugs and lots of mischief.

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      How to litter train a cat

      Learn everything you need to know about litter training your cat with these tips.
       

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      What can cats eat

      Cats need a well-balanced diet to stay healthy. You’d be surprised what food cats can and can’t eat.
       

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      Healthy cat poo: What should cat poo look like?

      Read our scoop on cat poop and learn what healthy cat poo should look like.

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