Animal charities have revealed that more than 850,000 cats in the UK have had unplanned litters, leaving many owners unprepared for the cost and commitment of raising kittens and struggling to find them suitable homes.
Royal Veterinary College research, published in the journal PLOS ONE, reveals that 1 in 4 cases of diabetes mellitus in domestic cats are caused by excess secretion of pituitary growth hormone.
There are many different pet cat breeds with each cat breed varying in size, shape and temperament. Check out our list of cat breeds linked to their breed profile with picture.
The Ragdoll Cat is one of the largest domesticated cat breeds and has a strong muscular body, large frame and long tail. Read more about the Ragdoll Cat in our breed profile.
When looking to buy a cat or kitten as a pet there are 3 main sources to consider and these are detailed to help you decide where is the best place to look for a cat or kitten.
Before buying a pet kitten or cat in addition to considering the costs involved, it is important to ensure that it will be given the time and attention it requires so check out this guide to the needs of a pet cat.
It is important to prepare for the arrival of a cat or kitten, bring it home in a suitable container and give it time to settle into its new surroundings to keep stress to a minimum.