How to keep your Cat safe during Fireworks
Fireworks may be fun for us, but they are not for most cats. As you make plans to go out and enjoy the show, please ensure that your kitty is kept safely at home. Firework season generally starts from mid October to early November. And then it starts again for…
How to prepare for your HouseSitter
Passport? Check. Visas? Check. Chargers? Check. You may think you’ve got it all figured out for getting ready to go on holiday, but how prepared are you for your house sitter?
What is my cat’s tail telling me?
Cats can be very mysterious animals. It’s difficult to tell what your cat is thinking; are they crawling up to you because they want to play, or are they demanding more food? Is your cat’s tail wag a friendly gesture of companionship, or is your cat mad at you? While…
The Practical Guide to Work-Life Balance
We’re all looking for ways to help improve our work-life balance. Luckily these days there are loads of great companies out there with brilliant services from food to fashion to pet-tech to the gig-economy, that are helping us find wellness and betterment. You are what you eat If you are tired…
How to Keep your Cat Cool on Hot Days
While we can cool off by jumping in the pool or sipping an iced tea, our fur-babies struggle to stay chilled as temperatures soar. Yep, it sure can be hot wearing a fur coat all year around – but there are things we can do to help keep your cat…
Cystitis – A common sign of stress in cats
A common sign of stress in cats is Interstitial cystitis (inflammation of the bladder), also named ‘feline idiopathic cystitis’ or FIC . And just like human cystitis this can be very painful for our furry friends. Whilst cystitis in female cats is painful and upsetting. It can actually turn into…
Cat Sitter Diaries – Isha C
Friendly and energetic Isha has been with Cat in a Flat since we started, she loves making lots of new furry friends. Here’s what she has to say about her cat sitting adventures so far… What is it about cats that make them so great in your opinion? The first thing that I want…
Cat Sitter Diaries – Ayden M
The lovely Ayden works in the art department for TV & film, she is also a part time blogger. In her cat sitter diary Ayden tells us all about why she loves cats and how cat sitting has nicely fitted around her busy lifestyle… Why did you want to become a…
Cat behaviour – What is your cat really thinking.
Cat in a Flat had a little chat with Anita Kelsey, cat behaviour specialist to get a snapshot into just what your cat is really thinking.… Are they in fact plotting world domination? What are the not so obvious signs they could be in distress? All will be revealed in…
Cat Sitter Diaries – Anne C
The wonderful Anne, started cat sitting when she retired. Here’s what she has to say about ‘the best job in the world!’ Hi, I’m Anne and I’m one of Cat in a Flat’s cat-sitters. I became a cat-sitter because, after taking early retirement from teaching, I had some time on my hands – and,…
7 Tips on how to look after an aggressive cat
In your cat sitting career, there’s a chance you’ll come across a kitty with some serious CATtitude. Here are seven tips to getting you off to a paw-sitive start. First feeding Arrange to do the first feeding when the owner is there. This way the owner can keep kitty calm…
RSPCA specialist talks about cat’s body language
Cats’ personalities are one of the reasons we love them but how can we spot if a puss is a fiery feline or a mellow moggy? The RSPCA’s resident cat welfare expert Alice Potter gives Cat in a Flat’s cat sitters and owners some top tips on how a cat’s body language can…
Through sand and ice in the name of cats
The lovely Fiona Oaks chats with Cat in a Flat – The Trusted Cat Sitter Community Cats, could there be a life without them? Not in my world – they are my constant. Always there, seeing, being, loving – curious, independent, kind, bold, brave, intelligent and clever. Is there no end…
5 Reasons why cats are truly epic!
Let’s face it, with cats you know where you stand, you know that you’re only real function in life is to fulfil your furry pal’s dreams and wishes. But why do we love our cats so much? There are obviously countless reasons, but here, at Cat in a Flat, we…
6 reasons why our gig economy works.
From Sharing to Caring Over the last 2 years Cat in a Flat has socialised and breathed some life into the well established Pet Caring Industry (worth £6 billion/year in the UK). With it’s new online platform, connecting cat owners with cat-loving sitters, it quickly became the UK’s biggest Cat Sitting Community and was characterised as…
Is kitty ill or just a little shy?
We love all cats for their air of mystery, but if you’re caring for a cat who seems to vanish into thin air, then your new furry friend is either a bit shy or unwell. And as kitties are the masters of disguise it can be very tricky to tell…
How to keep indoor kitty happy and healthy?
Cats love to play! They have an instinct to explore, climb, hunt and interact so staying inside all day can get rather dull. So we’ve put together some innovative ways to keep your indoor kitty happy and healthy and stimulate it’s environment in order to stay active physically and mentally….
How to give your cat medication
Knowing how to apply medication for cats is invaluable when looking after a poorly kitty. Like a spoonful of sugar, here are our cat care tips for helping the medicine go down. Pills for Cats Crunch the pills and mix with wet food. If your cat only has dry food,…
Moving Home – Exciting for you but not for your cat
Cats are territorial creatures – the familiar nooks and crannies of home give them a sense of comfort and security. Because of this, moving house can be a stressful time for our fluffy friends. Here are a few essentials to ensure a smooth move to a fresh location, for both…
How to Look After Your Cat Sitting Client?
With it’s perks of cuddles and purrs, being a cat minder for a beloved cat is a job we cat lovers adore. Whether you are a friend who loves cats, a family member, or one of our cat loving community, you’re providing a wonderful alternative to cat boarding. Take a read…