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Winter Pet Hazards: Keep Your Pets Safe This Season
Winter brings hidden dangers for pets – find out how to keep them safe
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How to Calculate Your Cat’s *Real* Age In Human Years
Whatever their real age, they’re still your baby
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The Secret to Persuading Your Cat to Do (Almost) Anything
Work with your cat and not against them
- behaviour
Will Cats & Dogs *Ever* Get Along? Experts Debunk the Rivalry Myths
Think cats and dogs are natural enemies? Think again
- behaviour
Litter-Free Life: A Complete Guide to Toilet Training Your Cat
Say goodbye to litter boxes... Here’s how to toilet-train your cat for a cleaner, greener home
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Can Cats Get Covid? What Every Pet Parent Needs to Know
Expert answers on Covid-19 and cats – plus symptoms to watch out for
- nutrition
Can Cats Eat Mushrooms?
Hold the stroganoff! Find out whether cats can safely eat mushrooms and the potential risks
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Why Your Cat Can’t Stop Watching TV – and What it Means for Their Health
From ‘Cat TV’ to Netflix, discover why your feline is hooked on the screen – and if it’s actually good for them
- behaviour
Cat Chat: Why Do Cats Meow At Humans... But Not Each Other?
Meowing isn’t something adult cats naturally direct at each other – they’ve adapted it just for us
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Black Dots On Your Dog Or Cat? Here’s What You Need to Know
We’re not talking about Dalmatians here – they can have all the spots they like
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Viral TikTok Trends Are Cute, But Does Your Pet Enjoy Them?
The real impact of social media trends on your pets’ well-being
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Absolutely Everything That Should Be In Your Pet’s First Aid Kit
Get your kit sorted now so you’re ready in an emergency
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How Long Can I Leave My Cat Home Alone?
With automatic feeders and self-cleaning litter trays, your cat could technically look after themselves... but should they?
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How to Prevent Your Cat From Falling Out the Window
Discover your options for creating a safe window spot for your cat
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RSPCA Urges Pet Parents to Neuter Cats Ahead of Kitten Season
The charity is expecting an influx of kittens this summer
- lifestyle
Dog and Cat Names Inspired By Food
From Potato to Pickle, we round up the best names for your pets
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Why You Shouldn’t Adopt a Pet From Social Media or Buying/Selling Sites
It’s not quite the same as buying secondhand clothes…
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Cat Parents! The Microchip Law is Here – Avoid £500 Fine
Microchipping your cat is quick and painless – and it’s now required by law
- lifestyle
Astrology-Inspired Cat Names For Your Celestial Kitty
We see a new cat in your future. Here’s what you should name them
- lifestyle
Dog and Cat Names Inspired By Your Favourite TV Shows
From Eastenders to Bridgerton, we round up the best names for your pets
- behaviour
What to Do When Your Cat Refuses to Use the Litter Box
A cat behaviourist explains why they’re so particular about where they pop a squat
- health
Declawing is Illegal in the UK – Here’s Why
A veterinarian explains why the inhumane surgery is no joke
- lifestyle
Taylor Swift-Inspired Pet Names (From Every Era)
In celebration of her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, we unleash the best Taylor Swift-inspired pet names for all the Swifties out there
- behaviour
8 Myths About Your Kitten – Busted By a Behaviourist
Forget everything you think you know...
- lifestyle
Cats and Foxes: Friend or Foe?
A veterinary nurse and cat behaviourist explains the relationship between foxes and cats
- behaviour
How to Introduce Your Adult Cat to a New Kitten
Whether you have a friendly feline or a senior sourpuss, it’s important to help your cat adjust to a new kitten in the house
- lifestyle
Is It Safe to Have an Outdoor Cat in the UK?
Free-roaming felines are much more common here than in other parts of the world – we uncover the reasons why
- behaviour
Nature vs Nurture: Does Your Parenting Style Influence Your Pet’s Behaviour?
Your personality may actually have something to do with your pet’s personality
- behaviour
Kitten Behavioural Milestones You Should Know
Keep track of all their fun phases with these guidelines
- health
Does My Cat *Really* Need to See a Vet?
Cats can be hard to read. Especially when they’re sick. Or… not sick? We asked a veterinarian how to tell
- behaviour
10 Common Cat Myths (That Are Actually False)
Peel back the layers of mystery to discover the truth about our feline friends
- lifestyle
What to Know Before Checking Your Cat into a Cattery
Prepare your kitty for their staycation
- health
Henry’s Pocket – The Weird Flap Of Skin On Your Cat’s Ear
Has your cat injured themselves? Are they growing themselves an extra ear? Nope, it’s far more likely you’ve just stumbled across Henry’s Pocket
- health
Has Your Cat Been Crying? Or Just Chopping Onions Again
Their eyes might be watering but are our cats crying? And what can we do about it?
- behaviour
Does Your Cat Think You’re Their Mum?
You love them like a child, but is the feeling mutual?
- health
What Are Cat Pheromones and How Do They Work?
Communication is key, and pheromones are your cat’s version of DMs
- behaviour
How Cats Hunt
Cats have evolved to be skilled hunters, but how and why do they still do it?
- health
Cutting Cat Nails Is Hard, Is This Unusual Viral Hack The Answer?
We asked a behaviourist if this content creator’s approach to cutting his kitten’s nails is something you can try at home
- health
10 Longevity Tips From People Whose Pets Have Lived Incredibly Long Lives
Follow these vet-backed tips to help your furry friend live a healthy and full life
- lifestyle
What to Expect in the First 48 Hours With Your New Cat
Here’s how to help your rescue kitty feel at home
- behaviour
“Kitty Language” Is the Book You Need to Finally Decode Your Cat
The author and artist uses informative (and adorable) images to teach cat parents everything about kitty communication
- lifestyle
How to Be a First Responder to Pet-Stain Emergencies
Experts say pet stains are 999 situations – here’s how to act fast
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7 Heated Cat Beds to Keep Your Feline Warm This Winter
Because your cat deserves to be cosy, too
- health
Doctor’s Orders: Cat Vet Visits Are Essential
Get thy cat to a vet, even if it’s a struggle to get them out the door
- behaviour
How to Stop Your Cat From Munching On All of Your Precious Plants
Tips to get your cat to quit eating your greens
- lifestyle
7 Steps to Keep Your New Kitten Happy and Healthy
A vet breaks down everything you need to know when you bring home a new kitten
- lifestyle
Cats vs Christmas: What to Do With Your Fussy Feline Over the Holidays
From catteries to cat sitters, we break down your options if you’re going to be away from home
- lifestyle
Should I Adopt a Bonded Pair?
Some besties are inseparable, and that’s not always a bad thing
- behaviour
How to Keep Your Kitten From Making You the Toy at Playtime
Your cat deserves to play, but you deserve to walk away unscathed
- lifestyle
A Step-by-Step Guide to Adopting a Cat
From where to begin looking to how to prepare your home for the new arrival
- behaviour
How Many Cat Naps Is Too Many?
A very sleepy kitty isn’t usually a problem, but watch out for these signs of medical distress
- health
What’s the Deal With Pet Insurance?
It covers your pet so you can get that broken leg fixed – while keeping your wallet happy
- behaviour
The Cat’s Meow – What Does it All Mean?
How to decode your cat’s love language when one meow has many meanings
- health
How to Prevent – or Treat – Cat Ear Infections
How to prevent an ear infection (and treat one if it’s too late)
- behaviour
Why Is My Cat So Kneady?
A cat behaviourist says ‘making biscuits’ could mean your cat thinks you’re their mum...
- health
Claws Out: How to Trim Your Cat’s Nails
Expert tips and the best tools for getting the job done without a scratch
- behaviour
What’s Your Cat’s Love Language?
Five surprising ways cats show affection (and how you can show it back), according to a cat behaviourist
- lifestyle
How to Kitten-Proof Your House
A cat behaviourist’s 10 steps for keeping your cat out of trouble
- shopping
The Ultimate Shopping List For Your New Cat
Here are all the new cat essentials you need, recommended by real pet parents
- lifestyle
9 Unexpected To-Dos for New Pet Parents
Sound advice from seasoned dog and cat parents who have been there
- shopping
6 High-Tech Toys Your Cat Will Go Wild For
Stoke your little lion’s hunting instinct with these electronic cat toys
- behaviour
How to Stop Your Cat From Absolutely Ripping Apart Your Couch
Placing a cat tree or post in a room only, uh, scratches the surface of solving this problem
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5 Litter Box Enclosures That Aren’t Total Eyesores
Keep your cat’s litter box out of sight – but easy to clean
- behaviour
One Is the Loneliest Number: What to Know About ‘Single Kitten Syndrome’
Why adopting two kittens may be easier (and better for them) than adopting one
- behaviour
Mastering the Art of Litter Box Training: How to Train Cats to Use a Litter Box
If you do nothing else, teach your cat to poo in their litter box (not in your shoe)
- behaviour
Should Your Cat Sleep With You?
Here are the pros and cons of having a feline sleeping buddy
- behaviour
Preventing Escape Artists: How to Keep Your Indoor Cat From Running Away
Your kitty’s an explorer. But if you want to keep their expeditions indoors, here‘s how
- shopping
5 Litter Boxes Your Cat (Probably) Won’t Reject
Think like a cat when choosing a litter box... so you can go back to not thinking about litter boxes
- lifestyle
Pros and Cons of Adopting Two Kittens From the Same Litter
Is it double the trouble or double the fun?
- health
Yes, You Should Spay/Neuter Your Cat. Here’s Why
A veterinarian breaks down how it keeps your pet healthy and curbs kitten overpopulation.
- health
Which Pet Insurance Company Is Right for You?
We compared the top insurers so you don’t have to.
- behaviour
Not All Cat Toys Are Created Equal
Here are the toys that will motivate your pet to get in the game.
- nutrition
The Ultimate Puzzle: Picking the Right Cat Food
Four veterinary nutritionists pick apart the claims, so that you can choose the right food for your kitty
- lifestyle
Heads Up: It’s Officially “Kitten Season”
Hannah Shaw, a.k.a. Kitten Lady, on how you can help with the springtime arrival of orphaned kittens.
- shopping
What’s Sustainable, Biodegradable, and Organic? This Litter
Kitty Poo Club’s soy litter subscription service has entered the chat.
- lifestyle
“Kitten Lady” Hannah Shaw Is Fostering a Movement
The lion-hearted animal advocate on rescuing her first kitten in a tree, designing an orphaned animal nursery, and becoming an Instagram sensation.
- lifestyle
10 Most Popular Cat Names of 2021
What the Wildest readers’ most popular cat names say about 2021.
- lifestyle
The Wildest, Wrapped
Our first year in review, from top-read articles and celebrity features to most-popular Instagram and TikTok posts!
- health
Please Be Nice To Your Vet
Veterinarians love their jobs, but it’s not all puppy kisses and kitten purrs.
- health
Does My Cat Need a Professional Groomer?
If you thought your cat was a self-cleaning evolutionary marvel, you’re not wrong but...