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International Cat Care Founded in 1958, International Cat Care has been working ever since towards our vision that all cats

Our mission as a charity devoted to the welfare of cats is:

“To enable people around the world to understand cats’ individual needs and perspective better, so that they can act in the best interests of each cat and its welfare.”

International Cat Care delivers its mission by creating and sharing expert feline dedicated knowledge, insights, skills and current best practice on the health and behaviour of cats so people can feel confident in their ability to help cats and to challenge misconceptions. Through its Veterinary division, International Society of Feline Medicine, Veterinary Professionals have access to a wealth of CPD training resources and events, membership and networking opportunities and access to expert resources they can use in practice. You can follow the ISFM page here https://www.facebook.com/ISFMcats

We are grateful for every donation, and the more we receive, the more we can continue to help make the world a better place for cats, owned and unowned alike. Please consider making a donation: https://icatcare.org/support-us/donate/

To learn more about our history head to https://icatcare.org/about/our-history/

International Cat Care is a registered charity (number 1117342) in England and Wales.

31/10/2026

🎃 To all those who participate, we hope you have a happy and Cat Friendly Halloween! If you are looking for a spooky craft to do, try this bat cave puzzle feeder for your cat! 🦇

🧻️ Use non-toxic paint to colour some toilet roll tubes black. Or use black paper to cover them. You could roll up some black card instead, if it is sturdy.

✂️ Cut some wings out of black paper or card.

📦 Attach them together and securely hang them from the top of a cardboard box that is turned on its side.

😺 Place a few treats in each tube and let your cat have fun sniffing and batting the treats out!

⚠️ Warning! Strings, threads and tape are choking hazards – supervise cats when playing with such toys.

Share this with a friend and let us know if you've ever tried making a puzzle feeder for your cat. 🐈

30/10/2026

Have you ever heard your cat make a cute little noise like “prrrrp”? That sound is called a trill or chirrup, and it is one of the friendliest sounds in cat language! 😺

Cats will often trill as a greeting, to gain attention or to encourage interaction with humans or other cats. Mother cats even make the sound to guide and reassure their kittens.

Sometimes cats will trill during play or exploration, and when they are content and comfortable. 🐾

If you try trilling at your cat, they may trill back. They might also approach you happily with their tail held high and initiate an interaction with you. 🐈 Have you tried it with your cat?

Discover how cats communicate 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/cat-communication



29/10/2026

Are you, or do you know, a cat rescue or cat fosterer based in the UK? 🐈 As a charity, we understand what a big difference some extra support can make, that's why we are pleased to be involved with ProtectaPet's generous giveaway by helping to select the very deserving recipients. 😺 Find out more and submit a nomination 👉 https://protectapet.com/pages/catrescuegiveaway

🎃 If you have any spare pumpkin or squash flesh this season, try turning it into a healthy treat for your cat! 😺 Make su...
26/10/2026

🎃 If you have any spare pumpkin or squash flesh this season, try turning it into a healthy treat for your cat! 😺

Make sure the flesh is clean and plain (not seasoned). Cook bite-sized pieces by roasting, steaming or boiling them and wait for them to cool before offering them to your cat. You can also store pieces in an ice cube tray in the freezer for later.

ℹ️ Pumpkin is low in calories but should still only be given in small amounts as a treat. A useful guide is that no more than 10% of your cat’s daily calories should come from treats.

When introducing a new food to your cat, do so gradually, in small amounts. Try mixing in a bit of their normal kibble or wet food to help.

🩺 If your cat is on a special diet or has a medical condition, always check with your vet before feeding them something new.

📧 Get tips like this, and more, straight to your inbox 👉 https://go.icatcare.org/stay-in-the-know

❗️Cats are obligate carnivores. This treat tip does not replace the need for a complete and balanced diet or veterinary care. Not all vegetables are safe for cats to eat

24/10/2026

Food for thought! 🥣 What leads to feline obesity? 🐱 Lifestyle plays a big part. If cats are overfed, overeat, or are not very active, these factors can lead to them consuming more calories than they are expending. Cats that are neutered also have a reduced metabolic rate, meaning they need less calories to maintain a healthy body condition. But genetic can also play a part.

With some simple steps, we can create positive change to their waistline and wellbeing 👇

🐾 Feed a complete and balanced diet suitable to their lifestyle eg, calorie-reduced diets for neutered cats

🐾 Measure their daily food portion to help prevent over feeding

🐾 Provide small, frequent meals to help prevent hunger

🐾 Use puzzle feeders to increase mental stimulation and prevent boredom

🐾 Hide or scatter food in different locations to help increase exploration

🐾 Provide toys and play with your cat to increase energy expenditure

Speak to your vet team if you have any concerns about your cat’s weight or diet. Find out more about obesity in cats 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/obesity-in-cats

🐈 The ideal weight isn’t the same for every cat because each one is an individual. Age, breed and lifestyle can all play...
22/10/2026

🐈 The ideal weight isn’t the same for every cat because each one is an individual. Age, breed and lifestyle can all play a part. A scale, known as a body condition score or BCS, is often used by veterinary clinic staff, and you can use it at home too. Take a look at our slightly simplified version in this post.

Find out what leads to obesity in cats, the health risks, and simple steps you can take to create a positive change a cat’s waistline and wellbeing 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/obesity-in-cats

🏥 Reach out to your veterinary clinic if you think your cat might be above an ideal body condition score, they can help support you and provide nutritional advice.

19/10/2026

Are you looking forward to seasonal celebrations? Here are some of our tips to keep your cat calm and safe during festivities👇

👀 Keep an eye out for news of local fireworks events

🌃 Start training cats with outdoor access to stay indoors after dark

🚪 Secure windows, doors and cat flaps

✅ Check microchip details are up to date

🐱 Give cats plenty of comfy hiding places at home

🎵 Close curtains and play calming music or leave the TV on to mask the sounds of fireworks

🐈 A synthetic feline pheromone diffuser may help reduce your cat’s anxiety

🐾 Puzzle feeding and play can help prevent frustration

🔥 Check bonfire piles for animals that may be hiding, and keep lit candles out of paw’s reach

🎃 We do not recommend putting costumes on cats. They may appear to accept it being put on, but cats can freeze when they feel a loss of control or are afraid. 🙀 Try changing collars to match the seasons instead

🍫 Keep sweet treats for yourself as they can be toxic to cats

🏥 Contact your vet clinic if you have any concerns about your cat’s health or wellbeing

is an opportunity to champion feral cats – who live life on their own terms, hunting for survival, well-adapted to out...
16/10/2026

is an opportunity to champion feral cats – who live life on their own terms, hunting for survival, well-adapted to outdoor life and keeping their distance from people. 🐈 Feral cats are not strays and they would not be suited to life as pets. They are part of the rich spectrum of cats that share our world.

Learn more about cat population management, respecting individual cat’s needs and sign up to our unowned cats community emails 👉 https://icatcare.org/cat-friendly-solutions-for-unowned-cats

October is Free Wills Month and a gift in your Will for International Cat Care can make a difference that supports cats ...
14/10/2026

October is Free Wills Month and a gift in your Will for International Cat Care can make a difference that supports cats into the future. ❤️

📝 We offer a FREE Will writing service for all our UK supporters thanks to our friends at Free Wills. With this award-winning, online service, you can make a free, legally binding Will in just fifteen minutes. Each Will is checked, vetted and approved by a solicitor and can be updated quickly and easily for free, forever.

🐈 You are under no obligation to include a gift in your Will for International Cat Care by using Free Wills, but we hope you may consider supporting our charity in this way so we can continue helping cats all over the world 👉 https://icatcare.org/support-us/gifts-in-will

is a reminder for cat owners and caregivers that arthritis is very common in older cats but may go undiagnosed because...
12/10/2026

is a reminder for cat owners and caregivers that arthritis is very common in older cats but may go undiagnosed because cats are masters of hiding discomfort and pain.

🐈 Some subtle signs include becoming less mobile and less active, and changes in temperament and the way they groom.

Learn more about how to spot the signs, when to contact your vet, and ongoing care 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/arthritis-in-cats

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