Can Kittens Eat Adult Cat Food?
In simple terms, yes, kittens can eat adult cat food. However, that doesn’t mean they should. A growing kitten requires a much more nutrient-rich diet than adult cats to support their rapid growth, ensure optimal development of organs, bones and muscles, and to build up their immune systems.
How to Care for Your Cat’s Ears
As a pet owner, it’s your responsibility to maintain and keep track of your pet’s health, both inside and out, but even with regular health checks, some things can easily be missed, especially when there are no obvious signs of a problem. When it comes to cats, one of the most common missed issues is with their ears, partly because they’re not a fan of sitting still long enough for you to properly check, and also because they are very good at hiding when something is wrong.
How To Keep Your Cat Warm in Winter
As the temperature continues to drop and the winter weather creeps in, we all find ourselves reaching for that extra jumper or warm drink to help stave off the chill. But what about our feline friends?
How to Cat Proof Your Home
Whether you’re preparing to bring home your newest family member or you’re considering getting a cat in the future, it’s important to know how to prepare your home to make it suitable for a cat. Cats are curious by nature and love to explore their environment, whether it’s indoors or out. However, like most pets, cats don’t have a sense of what is dangerous to their health or well-being, especially when it comes to everyday items that you might not even think of as a hazard.
Bringing Home a New Cat
Whether you’ve decided to rescue, have gone through a breeder, or have found yourself opening your home to a cat for any other reason, there are a lot of things you need to consider when welcoming a new cat into your home. In this article, we’ll take you through the key things you need to remember when the time comes to bring your new bundle of fluff into your family so they can settle in properly and feel at ease in their new home.
How to Keep Cats Cool in Hot Weather
Summer is here, and you’re undoubtedly getting ready for well-lit nights spent in the garden or sunny Sundays with the family. But with that sunshine comes rising temperatures that even we struggle to deal with as the UK enters some of its longest heatwaves to date. And if you’re struggling to stay cool, how do you think your cat is doing?
Is it Cruel to Keep a Cat Indoors?
One of the choices a new cat owner needs to make is whether or not they’re going to allow their cat to free roam outside of the home. While many people think this is a simple decision, there are actually a few reasons why an owner might keep their cat indoors.
What is FIV in Cats?
There is a lot of confusion around FIV in cats, with many owners believing it to be the feline equivalent of AIDs in humans. This, however, is a myth. In this blog, we’re going to explain what FIV is, how you can spot it, and what you can do to care for cats positive for FIV.
Cattery Checklist: What to Take to a Cattery
As much as we wish our feline friends could join us on all our adventures, there are times where we must leave them behind. It could be a holiday, a family visit, or even a business trip, whatever the reason, a cattery is a place you can lodge your cat for the time you’re away much like leaving a dog in kennels.
The Complete Buyers Guide to the Best Cat Litter
Any cat owner will tell you that not all cat litters are made equal, and with cats being finicky animals at the best of times, choosing the wrong litter could be the difference between them using the litter tray or ignoring it entirely.
Bringing Home a New Cat
Whether you’ve decided to rescue, have gone through a breeder, or have found yourself opening your home to a cat for any other reason, there are a lot of things you need to consider when welcoming a new cat into your home. In this article, we’ll take you through the key things you need to remember when the time comes to bring your new bundle of fluff into your family so they can settle in properly and feel at ease in their new home.
How to Keep Cats Cool in Hot Weather
Summer is here, and you’re undoubtedly getting ready for well-lit nights spent in the garden or sunny Sundays with the family. But with that sunshine comes rising temperatures that even we struggle to deal with as the UK enters some of its longest heatwaves to date. And if you’re struggling to stay cool, how do you think your cat is doing?
Is it Cruel to Keep a Cat Indoors?
One of the choices a new cat owner needs to make is whether or not they’re going to allow their cat to free roam outside of the home. While many people think this is a simple decision, there are actually a few reasons why an owner might keep their cat indoors.
The Complete Buyers Guide to the Best Cat Litter
Any cat owner will tell you that not all cat litters are made equal, and with cats being finicky animals at the best of times, choosing the wrong litter could be the difference between them using the litter tray or ignoring it entirely.
Can I Give Human Painkillers To Pets?
You should never give human painkillers to pets. They are specifically designed and formulated for human use. Using human medicine on an animal can have extreme – and even fatal – side effects.
What to Do if Your Dog is Stung by a Bee
Summer is here, and it’s time for us to enjoy the longer days and warmer weather. But we’re not the only ones excited to be back outside and enjoying the sunshine. From spring through to autumn, critters are hard at work, and you’ve undoubtedly had one buzz by your ear already. And if you’re particularly unlucky, you may have even been stung. And if not you, then perhaps your pet.
Can You Take Your Dog Abroad?
Holidays abroad are great fun for all the family, so it’s only natural that people would want their furry friend to join in on the journey. However, there is a common misconception that to take a pet abroad, you’ll need to pay for a number of nasty health treatments and leave your pet in quarantine once they arrive. This is not the case.
Essential Oils That Are Toxic to Pets
Just because something is natural doesn’t necessarily make it safe. Essential oils have been used for decades for their lovely smells and are often found in various products and practices, including homeware products, beauty products, aromatherapy, and more. But did you know some of these oils also pose a deadly threat to our four-legged friends?
Giardia in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Parasites can be a pain, and while these little critters are small, the damage they do can be disastrous! This blog will look closely at one of the smallest (microscopic, even) parasites that can impact your dog - Giardia.
Autumn Pet Safety Tips: Keeping Pets Safe in Autumn
The days are getting shorter, the kids are back at school, and there’s an unmistakable chill in the morning air. This can only mean one thing. Autumn is almost here. As we prepare to manage the change in seasons, we also need to consider how this might affect our pets.
Can Cats Get Arthritis?
Arthritis is a common disease in many pets that affects their joints, making them uncomfortable or even painful to move. In many cases, arthritis occurs naturally as your cat ages and their bodies begin to slow down. This may be surprising as cats can be particularly limber pets, but studies have shown approximately 90% of cats over the age of 12 will show signs of arthritis. It is simply their natural instinct to hide pain from others, including their owners.
How Do Flea Treatments Work?
Treating your pet for fleas is one of the crucial aspects of any pet's at-home healthcare routine. But how do you know if you're choosing the right one?
The Complete Guide to Mixed Feeding Pet Food
There are benefits and drawbacks of both wet and dry foods, but what about a mix of the two?
Top 5 Picks in Pet Care Technology
New technological breakthroughs happen all the time, and the rollout of new technology and gadgets is never far behind! From AI to trackers, we’re going to explore the very best in new pet care technology and also take a look at what pet owners across the UK are still waiting for.
Halloween Pet Safety Tips: Your Guide to a Pet-Safe Halloween
Spooky season is upon us, and while we enjoy the frights of Halloween, the same can’t be said for our pets. Many aspects of Halloween can be stressful for pets, such as multiple visitors coming to the house, loud noises, music, and even costumes.
Complete Guide to Breed-Specific Dog Foods
Your dog's breed may play more of a role in its nutritional needs than you think, which is why a few dog food brands have taken a tailored approach to dog nutrition.
How Often Should You Worm Your Pet?
Ensuring your pet is up to date with their routine healthcare is an essential part of pet ownership, but it can take a lot of work to keep track of flea and worming treatments, especially in multi-pet households. And, what’s more, the frequency with which your pet needs to be treated can vary depending on their lifestyle, who shares your home, and more!
How to Get Rid of Fleas in Your House
Did you know that only 5% of the population of a flea infestation are adult fleas? The immature stages of a flea, including eggs and larvae, make up the rest, allowing these pesky little parasites to invade your home and increasing your pet’s chances of re-infestation.
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Dana started her journey in the veterinary field in 2004 at an animal shelter in Corpus Christi, Texas. She immediately fell in love with the profession and nurtured her passion for helping animals that were in desperate need of a second chance. Here, she began implementing improved policies that mitigated disease control, managed a low cost spay/neuter program for the community, and made recommendations to the Board of Directors on best practices for the clinic as well as the shelter as a whole.
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Lara Hew 17 articlesLara is a photography major at UArts in Philly! In her free time, she likes to walk dogs and, of course, take photos. She also loves reading and movies, hiking, kayaking, and just anything that involves being outdoors. She has grown up with animals since she was little and currently has two dogs and a cat of her own.
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Peyton Shine 9 articlesPeyton originally from Michigan, but have lived in Philadelphia for 10 years. She grew up surrounded by animals, both at home and on her grandparent's farm. She now has one dog, a golden retriever-boxer mix named Cooper.
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Tiffany Salmon 18 articlesI focus on empowering my team through collaboration, transparency, and a shared sense of purpose. I believe in leading by example, maintaining a mindset of continuous learning, and encouraging others to think creatively and take calculated risks.
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Dana Minacapelli 18 articles
Dana started her journey in the veterinary field in 2004 at an animal shelter in Corpus Christi, Texas. She immediately fell in love with the profession and nurtured her passion for helping animals that were in desperate need of a second chance. Here, she began implementing improved policies that mitigated disease control, managed a low cost spay/neuter program for the community, and made recommendations to the Board of Directors on best practices for the clinic as well as the shelter as a whole.
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Lizzie Youens 25 articlesLizzie has over ten years of experience as a veterinary surgeon with particular interests in animal behaviour, dermatology, and geriatrics.
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Hannah Clark 10 articlesHannah has worked at Pet Drugs Online for over three years, researching, writing, and publishing all of our blog content. She currently lives in Cardiff with her 5-year-old cat, Margot, and 2-year-old Cavapoo, Merida.