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Best Automatic Cat Litter Boxes (2026): Which One Suits Your Cat?

Which automatic cat litter box suits your cat? Our picks for large cats, multiple cats and shy cats, plus safety, kittens, running costs and noise.

Blog25 min read

Funny Cat Names: 250+ Silly, Weird and Hilarious Ideas

Over 250 funny cat names for boys and girls: silly, weird and hilarious ideas, food names, puns, and names for orange, black and grey cats.

Maine Coon Cat18 min read

Maine Coon Cat: Size, Temperament, Care, Health, Pros and Cons

The Maine Coon is the largest GCCF-recognised breed. Weight of males and females, temperament, colours, grooming, health tests and buying in the UK.

Cat Care15 min read

Best GPS Tracker for Cats: With or Without a Subscription

A GPS cat tracker always costs something each month. GPS vs AirTag vs radio, safe weights, breakaway collars and four picks on Amazon UK.

Litter Box21 min read

Best Enzyme Cleaner for Cat Urine: What Works and How to Use It

The best enzyme cleaners for cat urine, why bleach makes it worse, and how to clean carpet, mattress, sofa and floors. Plus when to see the vet.

Cat Care16 min read

How to Travel With a Cat by Car: Calm, Safe Tips for Short and Long Trips

How to travel with a cat by car: carrier training, keeping your cat calm, breaks, litter and water on long trips, the Highway Code and travelling abroad.

Cat Breeds11 min read

The Rusty-Spotted Cat: the Smallest Cat in the World, Its Size and Facts

The rusty-spotted cat is the smallest cat in the world: 0.9 to 1.6 kg. Size, kittens, habitat, IUCN status, and how it compares to the black-footed cat.

Cat behaviour16 min read

Why Do Cats Sleep So Much

Cats, the cuddly creatures we adore, are known for their long naps. Ever wondered why? Let’s explore why cats sleep so much. Cats are crepuscular animals, active during dawn and dusk. To conserve energy for these…

Cat Care11 min read

When Do Cats Stop Growing? Ages, Weight Chart and Big Breeds

Most cats stop growing at around 12 months. Maine Coons, Ragdolls and Norwegian Forest Cats take 3 to 5 years. With a kitten weight chart by month.

Cat Care14 min read

How To Give A Cat A Pill

Cats can be quite stubborn when it comes to taking pills. This can leave pet owners feeling frustrated and defeated. But fear not! Taking pills can be made easy with the use of this article! Understanding the…

Cat behaviour11 min read

Why Do Cats Lick Each Other? Discover the Reasons Why!

Cats are known for their grooming habits, and one behavior that often puzzles cat owners is when they see their cats licking each other. It may seem strange or even gross to us humans, but there are actually several…

Cat behaviour11 min read

Why Do Cats Knead? 5 Reasons, Claws, Drooling and When to Worry

Why do cats knead? It starts with nursing as a kitten. The 5 reasons, kneading with claws or drool, blankets, and when cat kneading is a problem.

Cat Breeds10 min read

What Breed Are Black Cats

The History of Black Cats Through the ages, black cats have been a source of fascination. In ancient Egypt, they were revered and thought to bring good luck. But in the Middle Ages, black cats were seen as associated…

Cat behaviour16 min read

Why Do Cats Meow

To understand the significance of a cat’s meow in the introduction, delve into the different sub-sections: the reasons behind a cat’s vocalization and the communication purposes it serves. The significance of a cat’s…

Cat Care11 min read

How Long Do Cats Live? Average Lifespan, Cat Years in Human Years and the Oldest Cat

Most cats live 12 to 15 years. Indoor vs outdoor, male vs female, a cat years to human years chart, life stages, signs of ageing and the oldest cat ever.

Cat Breeds18 min read

Siamese Cats: The Royal Cat of Siam, Its History, Colours and Care

Siamese cat guide: Thai origins and the royal myth, why the points form, seal, blue, chocolate and lilac colours, personality, health and buying in the UK.

Cat Breeds18 min read

Ragamuffin Cats: Fluffy & Lovable

Discover Ragamuffin cats. Learn about their physical traits, personality, health concerns, grooming needs, and training tips. - Katdootje

Cat Nutrition16 min read

The Importance of Good Cat Food: A Guide to Feline Nutrition

Discover the importance of feeding your cat with good quality food. Learn about nutritional needs, health benefits, and choose cat food.

Cat behaviour15 min read

Cats and Children: A Complete Guide for Parents

This guide for parents covers the benefits of cats and children, precautions when introducing them, and teaching children how to interact.

Cat Care6 min read

Cat Not Eating? Discover the causes and solutions.

Cat Not Eating? Read our article to discover the most common causes and how to get your cat to eat again.

Cat Care6 min read

Keeping Cats in the Garden: 5 Tips and Tricks for a Cat-Friendly Outdoor Space

Do you want to keep your cats in the garden? Make sure they can safely and happily enjoy the outdoor air without any dangers! - Katdootje

Cat Care3 min read

Cat hair removal: A comprehensive guide

Discover effective methods to remove cat hair from clothing, furniture and carpets. Also learn preventive measures - Katdootje%

Litter Box3 min read

Cleaning the litter box: Your complete guide

Discover our complete guide to cleaning the litter box. Learn about the essential steps, tips, and tricks! - Katdootje%

Cat Care19 min read

Cat Diseases: Symptoms, Common Illnesses and When to See a Vet

Spot the signs of illness in your cat: symptom checklist, emergencies, normal temperature and the most common cat diseases, from cat flu to CKD and FIP.