Not all fat cats are bankers!

Weight gain in cats

It is estimated that just under a third of family cats are overweight. A cat is classified as obese if it’s body weight is greater than 20% of it’s ideal weight. Like us, cats can gradually gain weight, making it difficult for their owner to notice any increase. It is usually only when the cat is taken to the vet that this is picked up. Continue reading “Not all fat cats are bankers!” »

Would you let your cat play with your ipad?

Would you allow your cat to play with your ipad? Let’s just hope the owner had a good screen protector on it!

Email us and tell us what your cat’s favourite toy is!

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Clinivet are the Official Nutrition Partners to Petmania!

CLINIVET have been confirmed as the official nutritional partners to the Petmania Adoption Centre.

As nutritional partners, CLINIVET‘s pet nutritionists are available to provide training to our affiliated rescue centre staff and volunteers.

In addition, CLINIVET will donate 1 bowl of food for every 5kg of CLINIVET, purchased at Petmania stores, to our rescue centres, so you can help to provide much needed food to the dogs and cats in their care, while you shop. Continue reading “Clinivet are the Official Nutrition Partners to Petmania!” »

Are you smitten by your kitten?

Britain’s cat population was estimated to be 8.8 million in 2010, with the gap between dogs and cats quickly closing as the most preferred pet for UK households.  The reason for this could be because they easily fit into increasingly busy and urban lifestyles, as they require less time and outdoor exercise compared to dogs. Continue reading “Are you smitten by your kitten?” »

Treat with care

Pets are frequently regarded as family members, and owners like to reward their pets in the same way they like to treat themselves. However, with the increasing incidence of obesity in dogs and cats, owners continue to look for ‘healthy’ treats, such as low calorie, natural and vegetarian options. This allows them to spoil their pets, without associating too much guilt with the act of doing so. Continue reading “Treat with care” »

Paying Attention to the Elderly Feline

A recent survey found that over half of the UK cat population were aged between 12 and 15 years old. It is also thought that 80% of owners fail to change their cat’s diet to suit their specific lifestage. Continue reading “Paying Attention to the Elderly Feline” »