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24/06/2026

So important to look out for our beloved pussycats in this hot weather

🐾 Heatstroke in Cats: Know the Signs & tips to help keeping your cat cool🐾

With warmer weather, it’s really important to keep an eye on our cats for signs of overheating and heatstroke. It can develop quickly and become life-threatening.

The signs of heatstroke in Cat include:

• Excessive panting
• Lethargy / unusual tiredness
• Drooling
• High temperature / fever
• Vomiting
• Collapse or unconsciousness

⚠️ If you notice any of these symptoms, treat it as an emergency.

If you are worried about your cat or suspect heatstroke, contact your veterinary team immediately.

25/05/2026

I’d definitely visit Kelmscott Manor to see Horatio. What a gorgeous boy 😺

14/05/2026

Do you have a furry, four-legged shredder at home?

🐾 Cats' claws aren’t just for scratching, they’re essential multitools to help them climb, hunt, play, and defend themselves. Thanks to their ability to retract, claws stay tucked away in a furry sheath when relaxed, ready for action.

Scratching on surfaces helps cats to care for their claws, keeping them sharp and helping them not to grow too long. It’s also used for communication. When cats scratch, they leave a visible mark and a scent signal from special glands between their toes, helping them establish territorial boundaries.

See how you can support your cat’s scratching needs 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/scratching-on-furniture-and-carpets

03/04/2026

Great tips for when taking your feline companions to the vets!

We understand that visiting the vet can be a stressful experience for both cats and caregivers. Our top tips will help reduce some of that stress and anxiety 👇

🐱 Choose a sturdy and secure carrier, place a blanket from home inside for a familiar scent.

🐱 Leave the carrier out at home as an extra bed or safe space, so your cat doesn’t always associate it with leaving.

🐱 Spray the carrier with synthetic feline pheromones at least 15 minutes before putting your cat in it.

🐱 Cover the carrier with a cloth or towel while you are travelling to help keep your cat calm. Rather than holding the carrier by the handle, which can cause it to swing, carry it with both hands from underneath.

🐱 Visit an accredited Cat Friendly Clinic so you know your cat will be handled gently, with respect, and their unique needs will be understood. Find your nearest 👉 https://icatcare.org/cat-friendly-clinic/for-owners-and-caregivers

Take a look at our website to find more of our tips for making vet visits less stressful, including a free downloadable guide! 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/taking-your-cat-to-the-vet

31/03/2026

17/03/2026

The Original Cat Lady

St. Gertrude of Nivelles is recognized as the patron saint of cats. She was a seventh-century abbess who founded the Abbey of Nivelles (626–659). Her feast day is celebrated on March 17.