Expert cat gear reviews and care tips in one place.
If you live in a flat in Manchester, a terraced house in Bristol, or even a semi-detached in the suburbs of Birmingham, you know space comes at a premium. And when you’re sharing that space with a feline friend who requires their own private toilet facilities, the last thing you need is litter scattered across … Read more
Right, let’s be honest. If you’ve got more than one cat, you’ve likely experienced that particular British nightmare: coming home after a long day at work, kicking off your shoes, and being greeted by the unmistakable whiff of a litter tray that’s seen rather more action than you’d hoped. The RSPCA recommends one tray per … Read more
If you’re still scooping litter twice daily in your Croydon flat or semi-detached in Leeds, you’re working harder than you need to. After testing seven self cleaning litter tray models across eight weeks in British homes—through the typical February drizzle and March downpours—I can tell you which ones actually deliver on their promises and which … Read more
Choosing the right cat litter tray might not be the most glamorous aspect of cat ownership, but get it wrong and you’ll know about it — usually via an unpleasant surprise on your best carpet. The truth is, your cat’s litter tray is rather more important than most people realise. It’s not just about containing … Read more
Your British Shorthair isn’t just any cat—they’re a substantial, muscular feline who deserves sleeping quarters that properly accommodate their impressive build. Males can tip the scales at 7.7 kg, whilst females reach around 5.4 kg, and both possess that characteristic cobby, stocky frame that makes them one of Britain’s most beloved breeds—in fact, they’ve been … Read more
If you’ve ever watched your outdoor cat shiver through a November drizzle or huddle under the garden shed during a January frost, you’ll know that Britain’s weather can be rather unkind to our feline friends. An insulated cat house isn’t just a luxury—it’s essential protection against the elements that define our climate: relentless damp, biting … Read more
Let’s be honest—the British climate isn’t exactly kind to our feline friends. With 156 days of rain annually and temperatures hovering between 5-15°C for most of the year, outdoor cats face challenges that Americans with their centrally heated porches simply don’t encounter. Whether you’re caring for a semi-feral neighbourhood cat, providing refuge for strays, or … Read more
If you’ve ever watched your two cats navigate the living room like they’re plotting territorial boundaries on an invisible map, you’re not imagining things. Cats are naturally territorial creatures, and when you’re housing multiple felines under one roof, providing adequate personal space becomes rather more important than most people realise. A proper cat house for … Read more
If you’ve ever watched your cat wedge themselves behind the radiator or claim the top of your wardrobe as their territory, you already know the truth: cats crave safe, enclosed spaces. It’s not fussiness—it’s biology. Cats are territorial animals with natural instincts to seek secure hiding spots for rest and safety. In Britain’s compact flats … Read more
Walk through any British town at dusk and you’ll likely spot them: independent felines skulking near bins, darting beneath parked cars, or surveying their territory from atop garden walls. These feral and community cats form an estimated 250,000-strong population across UK urban areas alone, according to Cats Protection. They’re unsocialised, weather-hardened, and utterly reliant on … Read more