Is there anything I can do to stop my cat from going missing? A big concern for cat owners is that one day their cat will go missing. A missing cat is a relatively common thing to see, particularly as cats are prone to wandering away from their home area. The only sure-fire way of […]
Happy Halloween- Why we love black cats! With Halloween fast approaching, there are lots of people who will be opting for black cat outfits or perhaps decorating their homes with images of scary black cats. Here at Simply Catnip we think that black cats couldn’t be any less scary if they tried! To make sure […]
As cat owners, one thing that we hope for our cats is that they are going to be in the best health possible. This means that we need to keep a close eye on some of their behaviours, and look out for signs that they are not feeling themselves. In this post we take a […]
If you are looking for a new cat for your home, then chances are that you will start your search by looking for kittens for sale in your local area. We all love the idea of having a little kitten bounding around our homes, playing and generally being a cute little bundle of fluff. But […]
Remember, Remember the 5th of November; how to keep your kitty safe on Bonfire Night There is something pretty awesome about the Autumn months. Not only is it Halloween, which is a time when it is acceptable for adults to eat their body weight in sweets, but it is also Bonfire night too. This celebration […]
Why do cats rub their faces on things? It is one of the things that cat owners love about their kitties; them coming up to us and rubbing themselves all over us with their faces. We tell ourselves that it is a sign of affection, a chance to just show us that they love us. […]
Image © evakid How to care for an elderly cat Just like us humans, your cat is likely to start to slow down as they age. This means that you will need to care for your elderly cat a little differently than you would a younger cat. But how? We have put together our easy […]
Changes in our household So something strange has been happening over the past few days in our house. When it comes to our cats, Spooner has always been the most loving, attentive and affectionate cat possibly ever. There doesn’t seem to be a time when I won’t find her trying to get on my lap […]
The Purrfect place for a sleeping Kitty; our guide to the top 5 cat beds When it comes to bedtime there are plenty of places that cats love to sleep, these usually come in the form of places that they shouldn’t. Including your bed, your sofa and on top of your clean clothes. But how […]
Introduce cats to one another So its time to introduce cats to one another. We have already shown you the best ways to settle your new kitty into your home and meet the humans who they will share their life with. But that isn’t the end of the introductions; if you already have pets in […]
Sun safety for cats We all know the feeling; the weather starts to turn a little warmer and we all want to head out to bask in the sunshine. The same is true for your cats. They seem to love nothing more than lazing around in the sun warming themselves up and relaxing. When it […]
So why do cats love catnip so much? Here at Simply Catnip we stock a wide variety of catnip themed treats for you to lavish on your beautiful kitty! Many of our customers love nothing more than watching their cat roll around in the throes of catnip induced joy, but why do cats love catnip […]
Time to explore Following on from out other new cat series posts we have our next guide to help you settle your kitty into their new home. Once they have been introduced to your family and have started to show an interest in the world outside that one room then it is time to open […]
Health Matters: Fleas When you own a cat there are a variety of health issues that you should be aware of and known how to prevent and treat. One of the most common issues that can crop up are fleas. These little parasites are known to cause discomfort to your cat and can be a […]
Introducing A New Cat To Your Family We have already brought you two parts of our new cat series covering those initial hours of introducing a new cat or kitten into your home. Once they have become used to their surroundings it is time to introduce them to the humans that will form part of […]
The very best litter trays Cat toilet habits, it isn’t the most pleasant of subjects however it is something that all cat owners will know far too much about. We spend a considerable amount of time scooping out, replacing or cleaning out cat litter trays that we become experts on the subject; whether we want […]
How to: Groom your cat For many animals grooming is targeted to ensuring that they look nice. However for cats, the act of grooming can be important for more than just their appearance. To make sure that you understand why you should groom and how best to go about it; we have put together our […]
Health Matters: Worms When you own a pet there always seems to be plenty of things to think about when it comes to their health. Most of these are illnesses or ailments that can crop up at any point in their lives that you cannot prevent for and then you have problems such as worms. […]
Prepare Your Home For A New Cat or Kitten When you take the decision to bring a new cat or kitten into your home it is likely that you will want to make sure they settle in as quickly as they can. If you already own a pet then you will have some understanding of […]
Cat tattoo by @Liana Joy in New York Just call me the crazy cat lady! So last weekend I did something that even the most die-hard of cat lovers would think is slightly over the top! I got a tattoo on my back of my beloved puss Spooner! 7 hours spent in pain to be […]
Japan has officially won the internet with Marshmallow cats Is there be anything better than snuggling up on a cold winter day with a mug of hot chocolate? Well, yes there is. It involves curling up with a mug of hot chocolate filled with marshmallows shaped like kittens. Check out these from the Yawahada marshmallow […]
The importance of Microchipping your cat There has been plenty in the news recently about Microchipping dogs and the legalities that surround it. Whilst it is still not a legal requirement for cats to be Microchipped, it may be a great idea for owners to understand just why Microchipping your cat is important. What is […]
Caring For Your Cats Teeth As I have recently discovered, teeth removal in cats can be costly! But many cat owners simply do not know how to care for your cats teeth. With this in mind (and hopefully so that you can avoid costly vet bills of your own) we have put together or guide on […]
Off To The Vets For Spooner This week the unthinkable happened; our beloved moggy Spooner had a little mishap so it was off to the vets for Spooner. Before we delve into the details; I think it only best to give you a bit of a background on one of the furry members of our […]
Resolutions that every pet owner can keep So here we are, another year has started check out our handy list of Resolutions that every pet owner can keep for the next 12 months. For many people these involve fitness, weight loss, a new mindset or perhaps finding the perfect career; but for us cat lovers […]
How to Keep your Cat Happy and Healthy If you ask any cat owner then they are likely to say that the contented purr of a satisfied kitty is one of the sweetest noises ever! But how can you make sure that you have a happy pet? What are the secrets of established cat owners […]
Make sure your cat feels special this Christmas Christmas is a time for giving gifts, making sure that all the special people in your life feel loved, valued and of course just a tiny bit spoiled. But why should the feel-good factor be limited to just your human friends and family? Your furry friends and […]
We all love our furry friends, and there’s no better time than Christmas to show them how much we care. With so many different gift ideas around, you’re sure to find something to make them jump for joy, or curl up with pleasure! Here are some of the best gifts around right now… Scratching Post […]
When you’ve bought some of our lovely catnip for your cats, have you ever been tempted to have a little smell, maybe even a little taste*, just to see what your feline friends find so overwhelmingly desirable about the catnip plant? No, me neither! However, there are some people around the world who believe that […]
Catmint is often seen as a stimulant for cats, and it is! If you’ve ever seen cats on catnip, you’ll know all too well that they just go crazy, becoming playful, loving and even more confident. However is there more to Nepeta Cataria (catnip), than simply fun? Absolutely! What many pet owners don’t realise is […]
Before Getting a Cat Cats have always been very popular pets and have been domesticated for thousands of years. When considering a cat as a pet the basis of your decision should not purely be breed or pedigree. There are hundreds of thousands of cats which need good homes, you should always look to re-home a […]
Bees in Crisis Bees love catnip but did you know our bees are in trouble, a lot of trouble? There are many reports of entire colonies dying, known as Colony Collapse Disorder or CCD in the United States. It is not just isolated to the US, beekeepers in the UK have been losing up to […]
What Are You Telling Me Kitty? Contrary to popular belief that cats are happy enough left alone to their own devices, merely being the agent in which food, water and the odd petting is delivered is not all we are good for. As owners we play a far more important role in our cats lives […]
Have you ever seen cats on catnip? For cats who are sensitive to catnip, or catmint as it is also known, just smelling the scent released from the plant’s leaves can leave them feeling giddy with happiness. Firstly They Smell it Catnip contains an organic chemical compound called nepetalactone. This compound works on a cat’s […]
Catnip, or catmint as it is sometimes referred to, has been around forever. Cat owners are aware of catnip because of the effect it has on their feline friends, but the catnip plant has a long and varied history throughout the ages. Nepeta catataria is a member of the mint family (hence the name ‘catmint’). […]
Some Thoughts Before Introducing Cats There is usually lots of excitement when bringing a new cat into your home. This may be loads of fun for us however, your current kitty won’t see it that way. Cats are very independent and generally are more than happy without other feline company. As cats are very territorial […]
Well I really liked the image so lets assume this is us wading through all the myths… or something like that! There are a lot of different and conflicting stories about catnip so we thought we would clear a few up with our 7 catnip myths guide. We have gone and rounded up some of […]
We have a firm belief in doing what is right and feel that our impact on our environment should be as small as possible. One of our goals is to become carbon neutral. By offsetting our carbon footprint we can try to reduce our effect on the environment. To make this happen there are certain […]