Taking care of your cat's health

Advice, articles and information to help you take care of your cat.

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Kittens eating from a food bowl on the floor

A guide to changing your cat's food

British Shorthair cat lying down on a white rug next to a feeding bowl

Wet or dry food - what to feed a cat

How to help your cat lose weight

British Shorthair adult standing in black and white

A healthy weight starts with healthy habits

A healthy weight is key to your cat's health and wellbeing. Find out more about the four simple ways you can maintain your cat's healthy weight and keep them in good shape.

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Each breed's unique health needs

Learn about the different health requirements of each breed and how to best care for them.

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Ageing

​End of life care for your cat

Ageing cat lying down outside.

How old age affects cats

Ageing cat sitting down being examined by a vet.

​Common illnesses in older cats

Ageing cat lying down asleep on a cushion.

​How should I care for my ageing cat

Ageing cat standing indoors eating from a red bowl.

What older cats need from their diet

Digestive Health

cat eating out of a bowl

​Feeding your cat after surgery to support recovery

Adult cat sitting down outside in a garden next to a silver bowl.

Common cat digestive problems

foods toxic for cat

​What foods are toxic for my cat?

Adult cat lying down indoors on a white blanket.

​The symptoms of digestive problems in your cat

Adult cat sitting down indoors on a wooden floor eating from a red bowl.

How your cat's diet supports their digestion

Adult Siamese standing indoors eating from a yellow bowl.

​What makes a cat's digestive system healthy?

Adult cat lying down indoors on a cream blanket.

Preventing stomach upset in cats

General wellbeing

Cat lying down on a scratching tree

How to care for a kitten or cat

The cost of owning a cat

The cost of owning a cat

Two adult cats walking together in a field.

​Your guide to adopting a cat

Adult British Shorthair lying down indoors on a windowsill.

Should I choose a pure breed or mixed breed cat?

Travelling with your cat

Adult Norwegian Forest Cat walking across a rug in a living room.

Things to consider before getting a cat

Adopting a cat or kitten

Adopting a cat or kitten

Adult cat lying down on a carpet surrounded by grey blankets.

​How to recognise stress in cats

How to give a cat a pill with Pill Assist™

cat sunbathing

Keeping cats cool in summertime

Healthy Skin and Coat

Adult Norwegian Forest Cat standing in a kitchen next to two silver bowls.

​How your cat's diet affects its skin health

Adult British Shorthair sitting down indoors scratching itself.

Why does my cat have itchy skin?

Adult cat lying down looking at a grooming brush with white hair on it.

My cat is losing its hair

Cat lying down indoors

Cat dandruff and dry skin

Adult cat sitting outside scratching its ear.

Common skin conditions in cats

Adult cat sitting outside in long grass scratching its chin.

Cat skin allergies

Healthy Weight

Adult Maine Coon lying down on an examination table being checked over by a vet.

How much should a cat weigh?

Adult Abyssinian standing indoors looking away from a white bowl.

Why is my cat losing weight?

Adult cat sitting down indoors eating from a silver bowl.

How to help your cat gain weight

Ginger cat lying on the floor playing with a cat toy

​Keeping your cat at a healthy weight

How to help your cat lose weight

Adult Scottish Straight sitting on an examination table being checked over by a vet.

Health risks of overweight and obese cats

Adult cat running outdoors on gravel.

How to help your kitten stay in shape

Urinary Health

Adult cat lying down on an examination table being checked over by a vet.

​How to treat a cat with urinary issues

Adult cat lying down indoors.

Urinary incontinence in cats

Adult cat standing indoors next to a silver bowl.

​How your cat's diet affects its urinary health

Adult cat lying down indoors on a dark wooden floor.

Bladder problems in cats

Maine Coon kitten sitting in black and white on a white background

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If you have any concerns about your cat’s health, consult a vet for professional advice.

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