Positive Purrs

23/10/2025

💦 Cats have special water-sensitive receptors on their tongues that mean they can taste the water they drink. They can also detect salt and even certain bitter tastes. These super sensors help them pick up tiny changes in salt levels, acidity, and other chemicals.

🐱 That’s why your feline friend might turn their nose up at “day-old” tap water but happily lap up fresh rainwater - they’re detecting subtle differences we can’t. They’re not just being a fussy feline, it’s science!

Every cat will have an individual preference, and encouraging them to drink can be challenging, but we have some great top tips to help 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/how-to-encourage-your-cat-to-drink

We also have a free cat caregiver guide on increasing water intake 👉https://icatcare.org/resources/encouraging-your-cat-to-drink_caregiver_guide.pdf

08/08/2025

Millions of cats around the world are believed to be unowned. 🐈 If you work or volunteer with unowned cats anywhere in the world, check out our fantastic, FREE Cat Friendly Homing Foundations course this !

🐱 Online, on-demand and completely free. Learning at your own pace in just 8-10 hours of bite-sized, interactive lessons.

🐱 Created especially by our experts, sharing practical real-world strategies to help you make better decisions and achieve positive outcomes - all by seeing the world through the cat’s eyes.

🐱 Supported by the Battersea Global Enabler Fund.

Find out more and get started 👉 https://icatcare.org/courses/cat-friendly-homing-foundations

📧 To receive the latest news and updates on our work with unowned cats, including details of our upcoming free virtual event, join our community here 👉 https://confirmsubscription.com/h/i/CE09DF999249AE68

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27/03/2025

Always use a fishing pole-type or wand toy when playing with your cat. Don't chase or encourage being chased. And, don't wrestle your cat, even in play.

18/03/2025

This world serval day, can we take a moment to appreciate that savanna cats are a result of mating a male serval with a female domestic cat. Given that they ...

18/03/2025

For , we’re supporting WildHeart Trust to raise awareness of the issues surrounding the breeding of wild cats, like Servals, with domestic cats to create hybrid breeds, like Savannah cats. International Cat Care does not support the creation of hybrid breeds.

➡️ Servals are 3 times the size of a domestic cat and mating can lead to injury or even death of the domestic cat in the process. Also, breeding animals are often kept in small inadequate accommodation.

➡️ Savannah cats can be more territorial and more prone to attacking people or other pets in the home or neighbourhood. They have very specific needs that differ to normal domestic breeds.

How can you help? 👇

🐾 Don’t buy a hybrid cat as a pet

🐾 Don’t like or share any social media posts showing hybrid cats

🐾 Don’t buy cats or kittens via social media to help prevent harmful and unregulated breeding practices of all cats

🐾 If you are thinking of getting a cat, consider visiting a reputable homing centre or a reputable breeder for pedigrees – for example, those in the UK can check gccfcats.org

Learn more about Savannah cats and hybrid breeds 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/savannah

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

18/02/2025

Cats can't verbally express their pain or pinpoint its location like a young child could. Instead, you have to rely on subtle physical signs and behavioral changes indicating they could be in pain. It's crucial to be attentive to shifts in your cat's personality, routine, or habits that may signal an underlying issue. If you suspect your cat is in pain, don’t wait—seek veterinary care promptly.