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Extra Support for Cat Owners

Extra Support for Cat Owners

At Purina, we know how rewarding the bond with our pets can be. But we also know that sometimes, times get tough and we all might need a bit of extra support to do the best we can to look after our favourite furry friends.

So we’ve put together a hub containing some of our best pieces of expert advice and tip on some key topics. From what to do if you’re struggling with your cat’s behaviour, if you’re worried about maintaining your pet's long-term health or how to try to avoid unexpected vet bills – we’re here to help. Explore our articles below to find out more.
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Extra Support for Cat Owners

At Purina, we know how rewarding the bond with our pets can be. But we also know that sometimes, times get tough and we all might need a bit of extra support to do the best we can to look after our favourite furry friends. This hub contains some of our best expert advice and tips around health, behaviour and costs – explore below to find out more.   
 

Understanding the associated costs and lifestyle considerations involved in pet ownership should always be something potential owners spend time researching and preparing for before welcoming a new pet. But even with the best planning in the world, we can’t always know what’s round the corner. Read on for advice on how you can best plan for and manage your pet owning journey.

5 min read
Tips on caring for our pets’ health, effectively but efficiently
Vet and journalist Pete Wedderburn’ has some top tips on how to keep the health-related costs of pet ownership down, without compromising the well-being of your pet.
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5 min read
Cat and Kitten Insurance
Cat insurance can bring real peace of mind and help to take the worry out of a stressful situation. Choosing the right insurance for cats might seem like a big job, but we’re here to help!
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Cats’ Protection has advice and guidance for cat owners
It can be worrying to think that there might be times when you could struggle to provide everything you want to for your cat. Cats Protection has put together some advice and for cat owners on this topic.
RSPCA Better Together Fund
Better Together Fund
At Purina, we believe that pets and people are better together. In an effort to keep pets and loving owners together during the hard times many are currently experiencing, we have pledged our support by contributing £40,000 to the RSPCA. Read more about our Better Together Fund here.

Even the best-behaved cats can have their moments. From newly adopted cats, to brand new family kittens and even sometimes lifestyle changes, illnesses or a change in family circumstances for older cats, means unwanted behaviours become a problem. It can be extremely stressful for both owners and their cats and it’s often hard to know what to do. Take a look at some articles from accredited behaviourists and links to training programmes that might help.  

4 min read
Cat Behaviourists
If your cat is displaying difficult or hard to handle behaviours, it may be time to call in a cat behaviourist. Find out all you need to know about how to find a reputable behaviourist, what to expect from your first appointment and more in this guide.
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Purina One
10 min read
Why Does My Cat Bite Me? Expert Guide to Cat & Kitten Biting
Sponsored by Purina One
It's not pleasant if you have a cat that always seems to bite you. Learn more about the reasons why cats bite and the best ways to stop it with our guide and tips.
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Purina One
6 min read
How to Discipline a Cat
Sponsored by Purina One
Cats react differently to dogs, so training them in the same way won’t always work. Instead there are a number of different cat training techniques that can be learnt and performed on your cat to try and encourage them to behave correctly.
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10 min read
Aggressive Behaviour in Cats
We often associate chewed-up furnishings and general mayhem with mischievous or anxious dogs, but a destructive pet with cat behaviour problems can do their fair share of damage too.
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Kitten Code
Take the mystery out of kitten parenting with our insider guide. Dropping into your inbox every few weeks, right up until your cute kitten becomes an adult cat, Kitten Code contains everything you need to know. Your adventure starts here!

When it comes to ill health in cats, early detection and prevention can be key to helping them stay as healthy and happy as possible. Have a look at tips and information from our experts that give some great pointers to keep unexpected health concerns and costs to a minimum.  

Unusual Cat Illness Symptoms To Watch Out For
As cats can’t tell us what’s wrong when they don’t feel well, it can be difficult to know when they might need help. Find out which key symptoms to look out for.
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7 min read
Harmful Substances and Poisonous Foods for Cats
Your cat’s sense of exploration is one of the things that makes them so precious to you, but it sometimes means you have to keep an eye out for things that can harm them, too.
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7 min read
The Cat Health Checklist
As a loving pet owner, you’re bound to want the absolute best for your cat, and this all starts with making sure that they are as happy and healthy as possible.
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6 min read
The Importance of Regular Vet Check-ups for Cats
Even if you keep a close eye on your cat's health it’s a good idea to take them to the vet for an annual wellness and cat health check-up.
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Costs
Read on for advice on how you can best plan for and manage your pet owning journey.
cat biting finger
Behaviour
Take a look at some articles from accredited behaviourists and links to training programmes that might help.
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Health
Have a look at tips and information from our experts that give some great pointers to keep unexpected health concerns and costs to a minimum.
Cats Protection
Safely rehoming your Cat
Sometimes no matter how hard we try or how much we wish it was otherwise, there will be reasons that mean we need to make some difficult decisions. If you’re at the point of considering rehoming your cat, Cats’ Protection has advice and guidance on the process.
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