Dave’s Journal.

Expert advice, real stories, and a whole lot of love for cats

How to Treat Hyperthyroidism in Cats: A Guide for UK Cat Owners

How to Treat Hyperthyroidism in Cats: A Guide f...

25 June 2026

Hyperthyroidism in cats is treated by reducing or removing the effect of excess thyroid hormone. The four main options for this are medication, radioactive iodine therapy, surgery, and a low-iodine...

How to Treat Hyperthyroidism in Cats: A Guide f...

25 June 2026

Hyperthyroidism in cats is treated by reducing or removing the effect of excess thyroid hormone. The four main options for this are medication, radioactive iodine therapy, surgery, and a low-iodine...

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How to Treat Cat Flu: A Guide to Caring for a Cat with Cat Flu

How to Treat Cat Flu: A Guide to Caring for a C...

16 June 2026

If you suspect your cat has cat flu, it should be assessed by a vet. This is particularly important if the cat is very young, elderly, unvaccinated, or displaying more...

How to Treat Cat Flu: A Guide to Caring for a C...

16 June 2026

If you suspect your cat has cat flu, it should be assessed by a vet. This is particularly important if the cat is very young, elderly, unvaccinated, or displaying more...

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How Often Should You Change Your Cat’s Litter? A Complete Guide for Clean, Healthy Cats

How Often Should You Change Your Cat’s Litter? ...

10 June 2026

When it comes to changing cat litter, the basic advice is to scoop at least once per day and fully change the litter every 2-7 days for non-clumping varieties or...

How Often Should You Change Your Cat’s Litter? ...

10 June 2026

When it comes to changing cat litter, the basic advice is to scoop at least once per day and fully change the litter every 2-7 days for non-clumping varieties or...

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How Do I Make My Cat's Life Better? 10 Simple Ways to Boost Their Happiness and Health

How Do I Make My Cat's Life Better? 10 Simple W...

10 June 2026

It is quite common for cat owners to worry that their cat is bored, stressed or simply not living their best life. A good quality of life for a cat...

How Do I Make My Cat's Life Better? 10 Simple W...

10 June 2026

It is quite common for cat owners to worry that their cat is bored, stressed or simply not living their best life. A good quality of life for a cat...

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How Does My Cat Know How to Use Litter? Understanding Feline Instinct and Learning

How Does My Cat Know How to Use Litter? Underst...

10 June 2026

One of the most remarkable things about cats is their natural instinct to use litter. Unlike dogs, which require extensive housetraining, most kittens and even adult cats seem to instinctively...

How Does My Cat Know How to Use Litter? Underst...

10 June 2026

One of the most remarkable things about cats is their natural instinct to use litter. Unlike dogs, which require extensive housetraining, most kittens and even adult cats seem to instinctively...

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How Many Litter Trays Should I Have For My Cat? The Definitive Guide

How Many Litter Trays Should I Have For My Cat?...

10 June 2026

One of the most common mistakes cat owners make is having too few litter trays. This seemingly simple aspect of cat care has enormous implications for your cat's wellbeing, behaviour,...

How Many Litter Trays Should I Have For My Cat?...

10 June 2026

One of the most common mistakes cat owners make is having too few litter trays. This seemingly simple aspect of cat care has enormous implications for your cat's wellbeing, behaviour,...

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