Here at Just Cats Veterinary Clinic in Dublin, Ireland, we have recently released our annual pet name survey for 2022, revealing the most unique and wacky cat names chosen by Irish pet owners. Conducted over a 12-month period across 18 Village Vets veterinary clinics, with over 100,000 patients, the survey found that pop culture references
As cat owners, we love to observe the social lives of our four-legged friends. Cats are incredibly social creatures who are able to form strong relationships with both other cats and with us, their humans. But what’s the social structure of cat life like? And how long do cats live? Read on to learn more!
It’s an age-old question that cat owners all over the world face: why is my cat scratching furniture? It’s a conundrum that has been purr-plexing pet owners for centuries, and it’s time to demystify the scratching habits of cats. There are many reasons why cats may be inclined to scratch furniture, carpets, and other household
Cats are a beloved part of the family, but looking after them can be a tricky business. A healthy cat is better equipped to fight off disease and other illnesses, and their overall well-being will be improved; you want to make sure your furry friend is in the best of health, and that’s why we
T’was the month before Christmas, and soon to appear, will be tinsel and baubles and much festive cheer. Now while many humans are eager for that, there is much to consider if your home has a cat. The trees and the tinsel, the flowers and food can be harmful to cats, but with this Cat-mas
Keeping your cat healthy and groomed can sometimes involve giving the medicine at home. Whether it is antibiotics or a dewormer, your little feline won’t like being caught by surprise, especially when a surprise is a human trying to shove nasty-tasting pills down their mouth. It can be a stressful experience for your already sick
It is understandable wanting to share a snack with your cat, but a cat’s digestive is very different from ours. Many foods people consume daily can wreak havoc on a cat’s body, causing severe health problems. As a loving pet owner, it’s crucial that you give your cat healthy food but even more important to
As the days are getting shorter the spooky season is around the corner it is time to get your Halloween decorations! Whilst we humans love to dress up and watch scary movies it can be quite the opposite for our feline friends. It can be very frightening for cats to be around strange sounds, smells,
Most of us know that cats’ daily routine includes grooming themselves and keeping themselves clean. Therefore we love cats as they care for their fur and groom their bellies. However, there is a downside to our independent and sophisticated pets… and it’s from time to time we can find oddly shaped mutts of hair in
While Urinary Tract Infections are common in cats of all ages, it is FLUTD that is most common. Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is an umbrella term for a variety of conditions that affect the bladder and urethra in felines. Cats with FLUTD often show signs of difficulty and pain while toileting, an increased
