CAT FOUNTAINS: What You Don’t See With the Naked Eye
Health & Behaviour

What is FIV?

What is FIV? FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) is a common viral infection in cats that targets the immune system, especially certain white blood cells. Many cats live normally for years,

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CAT FOUNTAINS: What You Don’t See With the Naked Eye

Walk into any pet shop today and you’ll hear the same advice: “Cats drink more from fountains.” And sometimes they do. But what’s rarely explained is what happens to the water after day one… and day two… and day five. Because hydration is important — but hygiene is just as

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What is FIV?

What is FIV? FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) is a common viral infection in cats that targets the immune system, especially certain white blood cells. Many cats live normally for years, but over time the weakened immunity can make them more vulnerable to secondary infections (things that a healthy immune system

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Why Kittens Must Stay With Their Mum for at Least 8 Weeks

Bringing a kitten home is a magical moment — tiny paws, curious eyes, and that unmistakable feeling that life is about to change for the better. But one of the most important decisions for a kitten’s lifelong health and behaviour happens before they ever leave their mother. Keeping kittens with

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Indoor vs Outdoor Cats: What’s Best for Ireland’s Felines?

Should cats roam freely or stay safe indoors? Let’s explore what’s right for your cat — and for life in Ireland. It’s one of the biggest debates in modern pet care:Should cats live indoors or outdoors? In Ireland — with its green fields, quiet estates, and winding laneways — it’s

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The Elegant British Shorthair — Calm, Loyal, and Lovable

Meet the teddy bear of the cat world — quiet confidence, deep amber eyes, and a heart as soft as their coat. If the Siamese is the chatterbox of the feline world, the British Shorthair is its poet — calm, composed, and quietly affectionate.This breed is the very definition of

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Welcome to Cats.ie: Ireland’s Home for Cat Lovers

From rescuers to breeders, from sleepy kittens to street-smart seniors — Ireland’s cats finally have a home of their own online. It started, like all good cat stories, with one simple idea:What if Ireland had one trusted, kind, and well-organised space just for cat lovers? No spammy ads, no confusing

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