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Meows, chirps, trills and purrs - if you have a cat, you’ll likely recognise their language and feel like you understand what they need. A cat’s meow can be adorable, but what does it mean if your cat won’t stop meowing? Is it a sign that something is wrong? Is it a sign that your cat is spoilt? And how do you get them to stop? Here we discuss some of the reasons why your cat might be incessant with their cries, and what you should do. 

Cats can pick up fleas easily by rolling around in moist soil or spending time in long grass where fleas tends to congregate. If fleas are left untreated, they can cause your cat discomfort and increase health risks (such as skin infections and anaemia). So, how often should you treat your cat for fleas? 

Diabetes in cats is a condition where the body can’t use glucose (sugar) from food as fuel, usually because of insulin resistance. The most common cause of diabetes in cats is being overweight. Symptoms include drinking and peeing more. Diabetes is diagnosed with blood and urine tests and is treated with insulin injections and diet control.

Pet parents unite! April 11th is a day you can dedicate to pampering and spoiling pets...more than usual! At Real Pet Store, we know the joy that pets bring into your life - whether you've got a rabbit, hamster, dog, cat, or bird, National Pet Day encourages you to celebrate your loyal companions. Use our discount code to treat your pets today!

Spring is here! Which means one thing for your cat - it's shedding season! Noticed more fur around the house, on your clothes, on your furniture? April and May are the typical months when your cat's winter coat (including their undercoat) will start to shed, ready for the warmer weather ahead. Regular brushing is not only a great way to reduce cat shedding by removing loose fur, but is an extra opportunity to strengthen your bond with your cat. 

Here we detail which cat grooming brushes proved most popular and most reliable based on our own 2024 data.