Cats

Starting off your cat's life with good nutrition, scheduled veterinary appointments and a happy home life sets the blueprint for a high quality of life in older years.

Arthritis is common in older cats but it can affect cats of all ages too. It is also common to find arthritis in cats developing at the site of a previous injury or trauma.

Kitten vaccinations are generally carried out from as early as 9 weeks of age, with the second dose three weeks later. 

Does the thought of travelling your beloved cat to the vets make your hair stand on end?

Gemma Kilby, veterinary surgeon here at Calder Vets, gives her advice.

Ensuring good cat behaviour will require some effort from the owner, so we have prepared some facts to help you get started and to understand your pet cat's behaviour better.

The problem is, cats – like all animals that have teeth – are susceptible to gum disease and other dental problems, and they won’t exactly let you know if they’re suffering.

Why worm your cat?  Make regular worming part of your pet care routine from day one.

Flea treatment for cats is an ongoing process. Unfortunately, there is no quick fix. The main problem with fleas is that they can live without a host for months.