As humans evolved so did our reliance on communication through spoken and then written word; with the use of gestures remaining more significant in certain cultures, and body language becoming gradually more subtle and more commonly overlooked. In contrast, vocalisation in cats is just one part of their system of communication
We look forward to summer all year. The weather is hot. The days are long. The drinks are cold. But summer also comes with risks, especially for our cats. And since they can’t always protect themselves, we’ve got to be there for them.
Giving a cat a pill can be a daunting task, and there is no single method that works for every person and every cat. If you have a technique that works for you, then it’s always best to stick with that
Healthy cat food. About time. Switch to fresh, see your cat thrive. Don’t hold your nose around the litter box.
In the beginning we knew we wanted to reinvent cat food. One of the roads we explored was trying to find a pet food contract manufacturer we could partner with, who would make the fresh food we wanted
Pheromones – What, Why and How We Can Use Them In the last two articles we have looked at ways to manage stress in your cat through making changes to the environment as well as interactions between cats in a multi-cat household. Today I want to focus on a very interesting topic - the use of pheromone therapy in cats
How to Manage the Environment and Create the Purrfect Home Some cats are much more prone to stress and anxiety than others. These differences can stem from genetics, physical wellbeing, past experiences as well as their level of socialisation and habituation
How To Manage A Multi-Cat Household If you imagine a very basic scale assessing how sociable different species are, on the reclusive end we have polar bears and sloths taking secluded walks; and on the other we have dolphins and bees, living in beautiful harmony. Humans and dogs are on the more friendly end of the spectrum
Plants, Pet Products and Chemical Hazards There are many potential poisons for cats found within the home environment. In Part 1 we looked at those found most commonly in human food and medication
Don't let Curiosity Kill the Cat There are many common household items which can be toxic to cats. Today we discuss some of the most relevant toxins found in human food and medication
One of the aims of KatKin is to educate cat owners about all aspects of caring for their feline companions. This is done in part through the Yarn which provides articles and blogs on an ongoing basis
With Valentine’s Day upon us, we explore cats and their capacity to love. This, it seems, is no simple matter