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A black and white cat enjoys being groomed by a Blue Cross staff member.

Wellbeing and care for cats

From deciding to get a cat, right through to making the difficult decision to say goodbye. Here you'll find information on daily care for happy, healthy pets.

Kitten Hugo at Lewknor adoption centre

How to play with your cat

Black and white kitten Eddie lying on a grey bed

Cat care on a budget

a white and black kitten takes a swipe at a mouse fishing rod toy

How to play with your kitten

Dog drinking out of a water bowl

How to keep pets cool in summer

Dog being checked by vet

Animal health certificate

Black cat eating from bowl

How to make ice treats for your cat

White and black kitten being groomed with a rubber brush

How to groom your cat

Baby gerbils

Did you know - owners must make sure their pets are happy by law?

Kitten Ginger Biscuit at the Blue Cross mobile clinic in Islington

Taking your kitten to the vet for the first time

Young boy playing with kitten on sofa

How to get your children ready for a kitten

Black cat with green eyes look into the camera

Fact or fiction? Pet myths explained

Kittens in cattery

Boarding cattery and alternatives