by Neil Sanderson | Sep 6, 2023 | Cat Pads, Exercise, Stimulation
We had some requests for an item that could be used as a scratching surface or as a wall-mounted platform or bridge for cats. And now we’ve created it! Introducing Big&Strong cat pads. You can use them loose on the floor or on furniture. Or attach them...
by Neil Sanderson | Jul 28, 2023 | Cat Care, Climbing Posts, Stimulation
Cats are wonderful companions, but it can be infuriating to come home and find your favourite sofa or armchair in tatters. You may wonder why your cat is doing this and how to stop it. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind this behavior and provide some...
by Neil Sanderson | Jan 2, 2023 | Cat Care, Media coverage, Stimulation
Kiwi Gardener (“the magazine for gardeners who like to get their hands dirty”) has picked up on the cat-proof gardens trend. Writing in a recent issue, Molly Kelsey looks at the best ways to keep your cat safely in your garden (while keeping other cats...
by Neil Sanderson | Jun 2, 2022 | Cat Roaming, Cat Safety, Non-Roaming Cats, Wildlife Protection
New Zealand is a nation of cat lovers. We have one of the highest rates of cat ownership in the world, says University of Canterbury master’s student Sarah Chamberlain (pictured), who has dedicated her thesis to better understanding people’s engagement in and attitude...
by Neil Sanderson | Jul 19, 2019 | Cat Roaming, Non-Roaming Cats
Many people think that keeping a cat contained, i.e. not letting it roam beyond their own property, will lead to an unhappy cat. But experts agree that this is simply untrue. The Government of Victoria puts it this way: Contrary to popular belief, cats don’t...
by Neil Sanderson | Jan 4, 2018 | Non-Roaming Cats, Stimulation
Keeping your cat safe at home with a good quality of life requires two things: 1. a secure area from which your cat cannot escape, 2. lots of things for your cat to do so that they get exercise, get social interaction and don’t get bored Fortunately, neither of...
