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28/11/2025

26/11/2025

Hairballs - If your cat is a prolific groomer they injest fur. The majority will pass through their digestive system. At this time of year they’re shedding their summer coat therefore more fur is being swallowed. If the tract can’t cope with the overload it becomes impacted and your cat will then spend an unhappy few days negotiating the dreaded hairball.

Signs of a problematic hairball include:
Frequent vomiting or dry-heaving without producing a hairball, lack of appetite, lethargy or weakness and constipation.

How can you help your cat? Brushing and combing your cat to assist them in removing the shedding fur, vets can offer advice on dietary foods and supplements that help breakdown fur. We offer a De-Shedding service that significantly removes the fur that has shed or loose and we remove it from the coat.

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19/11/2025

Lulu is 17 years old and one of our regular customers at The Cat Spa 🧡

13/11/2025

Bluey 💙 this force 💨 of nature came for his pre show bath. Already having the title of Supreme Grand Champion with 6000 Tica points. He’s off to Surrey to strutt his floof 🐾

06/10/2025

You may see your cat start to grow in it’s winter coat in the coming weeks. Here are some interesting facts about a cat’s winter coat and how to help take care of it:

🐱 Many cats grow a winter coat
• As autumn comes in, cats begin to shed their lighter summer fur and grow a denser, fluffier undercoat to provide insulation against the cold.
• Indoor cats or cats living in warm climates may not grow a significantly thicker winter coat as their body doesn’t detect enough change in daylight or temperature to trigger a major coat change.
• Some breeds (like Norwegian Forest Cats, Siberians, and Maine C***s) are naturally built for cold weather and grow exceptionally thick winter coats.
• Others (like Sphynx, Siamese, or Devon Rex) have little to no coat and need extra warmth in winter.

🌞 Winter coat is triggered by daylight, not temperature
• The winter coat growth is triggered by changes in daylight rather than temperature.
• Shorter days signal to the cat’s body to start producing more fur.

🧥 3. Double coat: guard hairs + undercoat
• Most cats have a double coat:
○ Guard hairs: longer, coarser outer layer that repels moisture and dirt.
○ Undercoat: soft, dense fur that traps heat.
• Some breeds (like Maine C***s) even have a triple coat.
• Cats typically shed their winter coat in the spring, again triggered by increasing daylight.
• You’ll notice more loose fur and may need to brush them more often.

🧴 6. Winter coat requires grooming help
• Long-haired or dense-coated cats may develop matting if not brushed regularly.
• Brushing helps prevent tangles and removes loose fur, reducing hairballs.
• Some cats, such as older or chunkier cats may not be able to keep on top of their own grooming and a professional cat groomer can come in handy!

🏡 8. Indoor cats still need warmth
• Even with a winter coat, cats may still seek out warm spots like heating vents, blankets, or your lap.
Always ensure your cat has access to a warm, draft-free resting place in winter.

07/08/2025

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02/08/2025

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We are looking for new Fosterers!

If you are interested please send in an adoption application form (link below) and state that you are interested in fostering.

If you have pets you will need a spare room and preferably have your own transport.

We also need short term fosterers for holiday cover.

We are looking forward to hear from you.

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14/07/2025

Atticus four month old smoke Maine C**n 🩶🖤