🐱 Cats
Cat care, from the vets
Practical, vet-reviewed advice for a happy, healthy cat.
How to Introduce a New Cat to Your Existing Cat
A step-by-step guide to introducing a new cat to your existing cat, the slow, scent-first method that avoids fights and builds a peaceful multi-cat home.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
New Kitten Checklist: Everything You Need for the First Week
Bringing home a kitten? Our complete new-kitten checklist covers the supplies to buy, how to kitten-proof your home, the first-week routine and the vet basics to sort early.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
Most Affectionate Cat Breeds: 10 Cuddly Cats
Want a cat that actually cuddles? These 10 affectionate cat breeds love human company, lap cats, shoulder-riders and velcro cats, plus how to raise any cat to be loving.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
Best Cat Water Fountains (and Why Your Cat Needs One)
The best cat water fountains to keep your cat hydrated, why running water helps, materials to choose, and what to look for in filters, pumps and cleaning.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
How to Stop Your Cat Scratching the Furniture
How to stop a cat scratching the sofa, without punishment. Why cats scratch, the right scratching posts to offer, and the simple steps to redirect the behaviour for good.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
Hypoallergenic Cat Breeds for Allergy Sufferers
Which cat breeds are best for allergy sufferers? The truth about 'hypoallergenic' cats, the breeds that tend to produce fewer allergens, and practical tips to reduce reactions.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
Best Cat Litter & Litter Boxes for Odour Control
The best cat litter and litter boxes for keeping smells under control, clumping vs crystal, covered vs open, and the setup tricks that make the biggest difference.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
Why Does My Cat Knead? 7 Common Cat Behaviours Explained
Why do cats knead, headbutt, bring you 'gifts' and slow-blink? A friendly guide to seven common cat behaviours and what your cat is really trying to tell you.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
10 Best Cat Breeds for First-Time Owners
New to cats? These 10 friendly, easy-going cat breeds are great for first-time owners, plus what to expect from each, and why a rescue moggie might be the best choice of all.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
Best Cat Trees for Small Apartments (2026 Buying Guide)
The best cat trees for small spaces, space-saving, sturdy and cat-approved. What to look for in height, footprint, scratching posts and stability before you buy.
By Meow Howl Editorial Team
Keeping Your Cat Cool in Dubai During the Hot Summer Months
Dubai summers top 50°C with up to 90% humidity. A vet's guide to keeping your cat cool, spotting heat exhaustion and heatstroke early, and what to do if your cat overheats.
By Dr Nina Adeyeye MRCVS
How to Rescue & Adopt a Street Cat in Dubai
A vet's complete guide to rescuing and adopting a street cat in Dubai, where to look, humane trapping, TNR, the medical checklist, Dubai Municipality registration and the legal duty of care.
By Dr Ruth Cawston Veterinary Surgeon
5 Fascinating Facts About Cats to Share With Friends
A vet shares 5 surprising facts about cats, why they choose to love us, why they only miaow at humans, their hunting instinct, and the feline 'teenage' phase.
By Dr Ruth Cawston Veterinary Surgeon
The 10 Largest Domesticated Cat Breeds You'll Love to Meet
A vet's guide to the 10 biggest domesticated cat breeds, from the gentle-giant Maine Coon to the Savannah and Chausie, their sizes, temperaments and whether they make good pets.
By Gemma Cliffin BSc BVSc MRCVS
Is Your Cat Sad? Signs and Causes of Cat Depression
A vet explains the subtle signs of cat depression, from hiding and poor grooming to appetite changes, why cats get sad, and how to help your cat feel happy again.
By Dr Katherine Baldwin MRCVS
7 Best Cat Breeds for Apartment Living (According to a Vet)
A vet's pick of the 7 best cat breeds for apartment living, calm, affectionate, low-exercise cats that thrive indoors, plus breeds to avoid and tips for a happy indoor cat.
By Dr Lizzie Youens BSc(Hons) BVSc MRCVS
Fleas in Cats: How to Spot, Treat & Prevent Them
A vet's complete guide to fleas in cats, how to tell if your cat has fleas, the flea life cycle, the health risks, and how to treat and prevent them safely.
By Gemma Cliffin BSc BVSc MRCVS
