Pet and Plant Care: Can My Cat Sitter Water My Plants When I’m Away?
Going away on holiday and need both cat care and plant care? Cat in a Flat explains what services you can expect from your cat sitter.
What Does a Cat Sitter Do?
Do you know what a cat sitter does? Cat in a Flat explains cat sitting and the services cat sitters can offer.
Indoors or Outdoors? Hazards for Cats In and Out of the Home
Did you know detergent can be dangerous to cats? Cat in a Flat explains the main hazards for your cat in and out of the home.
New Kitten at Home? How To Help Your Cats Make Friends
Patience is a must when introducing a new kitten to your cat! Use these socialization tips to help your cats make friends.
8 Fantastic Resolutions for You and Your Cat
Make 2022 epic for you and your cat! Cat in a Flat offers 8 fantastic resolutions to keep your cat happy and healthy this year.
Should My Cat Play With String? Dangerous Toys For Cats
Most cats love playing with anything and everything. However, some items make dangerous cat toys. Cat in a Flat shows you what to watch for!
First Aid for Cats – How To Help an Injured or Sick Cat
Not sure what to do when a cat is sick or injured? Cat in a Flat explains basic cat first aid and how to know when your kitty needs help.
How Do I Play With My Cat? Tips for Playing With Cats
Did you know not all cats like to play? Cat in a Flat looks at how, when, and why playing with your cat is important.
Last Minute travel plans – I need cat care !
In need of a last-minute cat sitter? Cat in a Flat explains how to book a cat sitter on short notice.
Cat sitting explained – 5 steps to book a cat sitter with Cat in a Flat App
Are you looking for somebody to take care of your cat and and are wondering how cat sitting works? Well, we are Cat in a Flat, Europe’s biggest cat sitting community, a great alternative to catteries or cat boarding. On our App cat sitters offer an in-house service to take…
6 Things Cats Hate and How To Avoid Them
Do you know cats hate to be stared at? Cat in a Flat looks at 6 pet peeves cat sitters and owners should avoid.
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 …
5 New Years Goals to set for you and your cat!
2021 is here! As you reflect and start planning for the new year, remember to include your furry friend. Setting new years goals for you and your kitty will keep your cats behaviour in check …
Moving home with 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 your cat. Here are a few tips …
The best 3 alternatives to cat boarding!
There are great alternatives to cat boarding. Such as hiring a trusted cat sitter. Let your kitty stay in the comforts of his own home while you’re away.
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 …
How long can you leave a kitten on their own?
The length of time you can leave a kitten on its own will depend on its age and health. And whether the kitten has a brother or sister to play with. A kitten’s sensitive period of socialisation and …
Why do cats groom so frequently? – Fastidious Felines!
To keep themselves clean! This may sound obvious, but it is the main reason that cats groom and they will lick themselves after almost every meal and toilet visit in order to remove the scent of food …
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. Crunch the pills and …
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,…