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Cats

Do I need cat insurance?

Cats may be nimble and agile - but that doesn’t mean they don’t need cover for the unexpected. Find out why getting cat insurance is important.

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Cats | Dogs

Does my pet need supplements?

Thinking about introducing some supplements into your pet’s diet? Dr Scott Miller explains what they are and how to know if your cat or dog needs them.

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Cats

Fun cat enrichment ideas

No one wants to see their feline feeling sad and bored. Bring some fun and excitement into your kitty’s life with these easy cat enrichment ideas from FirstVet vet Dr Jessica May.

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Cats | Dogs

When should I visit an emergency vet?

Cats and dogs can sometimes have accidents. But how do you know when they need to see an emergency vet? Dr Scott Miller guides you through the must-knows about out-of-hours vet visits.

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Cats

Keeping cats safe and warm in cold weather

You may not be able to stop your cat from embracing winter adventures, but there are ways to help keep them safe and warm. Check out our cold weather care tips for your feline.

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Cats

How to deal with cat separation anxiety

Join us as we explore cat separation anxiety, including how to recognise the signs, how you can prevent your feline from getting anxious, and how to calm your cat when stressed.

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Cats

Your guide to hypoallergenic cats

Pesky allergies stopping you from finding your purr-fect feline companion? Read our handy guide on hypoallergenic cats to see how you could become a cat pawrent.

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Cats

Why do cats knead?

It might look like your cat is trying to become the next contestant of the Great British Bake Off by making biscuits worthy of a Hollywood handshake, but they’re actually doing something else! Here, we discuss why your cat is kneading their paws.

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Cats

Why is my cat losing fur?

We explore the common issue of hair loss in cats, discussing why it may be happening, and how owners can prevent it.

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Cats

New kitten checklist

Are you set to welcome a new kitten into your family? Make sure you’re purr-pared! Here are the kitten essentials you need to know.

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