When used to descried cats, the term ‘blue’ refers to the lovely grey fur that can be found in many pedigree breeds.
British Blue short hair
This breed went into decline following the second word war, and even today the best and most striking individuals are in a small minority.
Long-haired blue
A cross between the [...]
Kittens and cats immediately begin to develop a mental territory map, as they begin to expand their explorations beyond the home boundaries. They also leave fresh scent marks with urine, faeces and from the scent glands on their head and paws. It would be rare for a kitten to brave a great distance [...]
Cats and kittens that are up for adoption often have an unknown past. This means that they could have suffered abuse or experienced a dysfunctional or feral background. Sometimes cats have been considered abandoned or lost and have simply been handed in at a rescue centre. Cats in both categories can be more vulnerable but, [...]
The colour of a cats coat is thought to have an effect on individuals who may be allergic to them. One research study showed that whether a cat was kept in or out of the bedroom proved not to influence the allergic reaction in their owners. But, perhaps rather surprisingly those people keeping a dark-haired [...]
There are a number of signs to look for. The following will tell you whether or not you have a happy cat:
At some times of day you will not know that you have a cat, because it is snoozing in a favorite cupboard or sunning itself in the window.
Your cat will use the litter tray [...]
