Should I get another cat to provide company for my cat? For cats that are left on their own for long periods each day, it is a good idea to consider...
How can I reduce or prevent my cat from hunting prey? Cats are very efficient and prolific hunters. Research has shown that domestic cats can have individual preferences for different types...
How do I stop a neighbour’s cat from entering and toileting in my yard? RSPCA Australia encourages owners to contain of cats within their property boundaries to help protect cats from disease and injury,...
How can I help my cat adjust to a new home? Cats can find moving to a new home stressful. There are measures you can take to reduce that stress and...
How do I litter-train my cat? Most cats will instinctively use a litter tray from a very early age. Once you have settled your cat into...
How do I stop my cat from scratching the furniture? If you have a cat that scratches the furniture or carpet, you are not alone. This is a common behaviour...
My cat is very active at night and keeps waking me up, what should I do? Some cats are active at night, or are awake and ‘raring to go’ very early in the morning. Since many...
Is it okay to keep my cat at home all of the time? Yes, there are many benefits to keeping your cat safe at home (contained within your property boundaries). Contained cats are...
How can we best manage domestic cats in Australia? There are an estimated 3.3 million owned cats in Australia; cats are the second most popular pet and 29% of...
Are curfews for domestic cats mandatory? The following table shows details about curfews for domestic cats in each state or territory. The information presented here is...
Why is my cat urinating inappropriately? Feline inappropriate urination (urinating in the wrong place) can be quite common. It often involves the cat urinating outside their...
How do I care for my new kitten? Congratulations on the recent addition to your household! Now that you have a young kitten to care for there are...
How often do I need to groom my cat? While most companion cats will groom themselves, maintaining a regular grooming routine will benefit their health and welfare. How, and...
Should I walk my cat on a leash? Indoor cats need exercise and sources of enrichment to prevent obesity, boredom and the development of unwanted behaviours. Some people...
I want to start keeping my cat safely at home all of the time. How do I adjust an outdoor cat to staying on my property? Most cats will transition successfully to contained life indoors, as long as you provide them with everything they need and...
What should I do if my cat is missing? Having your cat go missing can be very distressing for cat owners. However, there are steps you can take so...
How can I keep my cat safe and happy at home? Whether you’ve just adopted a new cat or kitten, or are considering how best to care for your existing cat,...
How can pain be recognised and monitored in cats? Due to the unique nature of and often subtle changes in feline body language, recognising pain in cats can be...