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CatworldDecember2014 Issue:441 £3.25 www.catworld.co.uk Caring for a catWINTER SAFETY with FIVStay safe and cozythrough the coldCHISAEYRTOOAU?R 4 pages of show news Gift ideas for your loved one

Contents4 Mews Round 17 Christmas gift guide 46 Breed profileNews and mews of all things feline Everything you need to find presents The playful and a ectionate Snowshoe for friends, family and felines10 Halloween fun 50 Show dates 36 Winter safetyBig cats enjoy seasonal enrichment Forthcoming shows around Help your cat to survive Christmas the UK and Ireland12 Katy Edge and the colder weather 52 Show newsKaty’s household sees the arrival 38 Lion Ark roarsof another four paws It’s been a busy time of year for into UK cinemas our reporter, Carole Kemp14 Flea warning An award winning film shows how 56 F.I.V. The factsYorkshire Cat Rescue urges owners to 25 lions were rescued from a circusprotect their cats from flea danger Emily Fowler looks at the reality of 40 The changing seasons caring for a cat with FIV+16 Lions’ successful rescue Lorraine Schofield observes how her 59 Carmen ButtercupAnimal Charity FOUR PAWS has secured a cats cope with the onset of winternew home for rescued lions in Gaza Cats will adopt humans - 44 Stress-free Christmas but on their terms Follow our handy tips to the letter and 61 Cats and winter avoid the uneccessary hassle that can spoil this happy time of year How winter can a ect a cat’s behaviour CAT CLASSIFIED 726K6ITTENS FOR SALE Britain’s leading breed-by-breed guide to kittens for sale 76 BREEDERS DIRECTORY The UK leading directory of pedigree cat breeders 79 STUD DIRECTORY Find a suitable stud, together with details of parentage2 NOVEMBER 2013 catworld.co.uk

Welcom Every year I promise myself to be more organised with my Christmas shopping and every year, as you’ve probably guessed, I’m still racing around at the last minute trying to find half a dozen things for as many people. I am more hope- ful this year though as our bumper Christmas Gift Guide this 62 Album month has some beautiful suggestions of presents for family, Your cats on our album pages friends and felines! I’ve already ticked several boxes with cush- 64 Ask the Experts ions, beautiful jewellery, a mug, a painting and a cat toy. I Our experts deal with your worries know I’ll tick a few more when I go through the book reviews 66 Gordy Towers too. As for me, I like to spend some peaceful time stitching Gordy has been going up in the world, when I get the chance so I’ve also added a fabulous cross stitch thanks to some new furniture kit to my own list. 68 First legal pet-nup Let’s not forget the true spirit of the season though and Caring for pets when a relationship fails spare a thought for those in need. Several charities are hosting 70 Kim’s World fundraising events and one veterinary college is helping dis- Dark evenings mean sleepy cats advantaged members of their community look after their own 82 Photo finish cats by providing free veterinary care. I’ve got visitors staying over for Christmas this year so I’ll be taking note of the tips to have a stress free festive season and making sure kitty keeps calm and out of trouble while we’re all having fun. I hope you keep calm too and enjoy the next few weeks, Jil whatever you get up to. Jill Mundy, Editor • [email protected]: Contributors: Write for Cat WorldJill Mundy Richard Allport, Carol Hebden, Alison Logan,[email protected] Inga MacKellar, Sonja K Steiner, Elaine Mead, ykotttWoonaauloulreeehw’nntrfeeeittlateearfadtmdolhfwgrreteooaewmybfoarsimsfiltlyplipooeneoaomgucfrk,i.taaciaiWnlcioilnsgunredtlitfacweorarhisbrraappiunrrtaedeetescoa@rswsisirao,a.slww.slSnyhSoriftdowiothioefarifwranycsnytonatout.tiocnsouo,t-jhdohw.euieaxineknvppk’deatohnulaodrve Denice Penrose, Tim Relf, Lorraine Schofield,Media Consultant Katy Edge, Kim Rogers, Pat Clements,Maria Fitzgerald Malcolm [email protected] Carole Kemp - Show ReporterDesigner:Wendy Crosthwaite UK office:[email protected] PO Box 2258, PULBOROUGH RH20 9BA Great Britain Tel: (01903) 884988 Subscriptions All editorial contributions in the form of articles, letters 1 year (12 issues): and photographs (b/w or colour print or transparencies) UK £39; US $120; ROW £67 are welcomed by Cat World but cannot be returned iMAG £43 unless accompanied by a stamped addressed envelope. Add the iMag Digital Library to your In any event the publisher can accept no responsibility subscription for only an extra £38 per year. for loss or damage to contributions. All material accepted solely on the basis that the author accepts the assessment Printed in the UK of the publisher as to its commercial value. All material Distributed to the newstrade by Comag submitted to the magazine is accepted on the basis that copyright in the work will be vested in the Publisher who DECEMBER 2014 © Copyright assumes all rights world-wide, in all forms and media. catworld.co.uk NOVEMBER 2013 3

Mews roundCatch up on the latest news and mews on all things feline Raising funds for FfaosxtybaencdomWionlgfiTeVarsetars! that their TV career will go from UK cats in need strength to strength and we are hop- Beautiful Birman Foxy and cheeky ing to have a stand at next year’s As a way of raising funds for UK cat chappy Maine Coon Wolfie have been Supreme Cat Show in Birmingham, rescues, Purrs in our Hearts organ- having a very exciting time. Since their where we plan to show our artwork, ises a lively pre-Christmas auction first assignment in the summer, they greeting cards and promote bespoke in November, in aid of a cat rescue. have appeared several times on the pet portraits. Foxy and Wolfie are even current series of The Secret Life of going to promote a range of designer The proceeds from their 2014 Pets, helped to organise a ‘pet bless- jumpers and scarves! They hope to be auction will be donated to an ing’ service at a local church and posed able to attend themselves, if they are extremely worthy cause – Sunny for their own range of greeting cards Harbour Cat Rescue. The funds (see page 31). Fame beckoned and they •allowed to!” are being raised to enlarge their have just recently appeared on ITV’s Visit www.princesstabby.co.uk for cat care facilities, enabling them This Morning and will also be making updates on where Foxy and Wolfie can to cope with the ever increasing an appearance in the next series of The be seen and what new products they number of cats and kittens in need. Auction House, when they will be seen are helping to promote. “Please keep a Every penny raised will go to help at home ‘helping’ with artwork and look out for them!” the cats. then later in the series at the auction house itself! Sunny Harbour Cat Rescue is a wonderful rescue run by husband Owner Tabitha Miles, of Princess and wife team Sarah and Paul, who Tabby, said: “Foxy and Wolfie hope work around the clock year after year helping needy cats. Stowaway cat Laurie needs help to keep on trucking “At Sunny Harbour Cat Rescue A black cat found as a stowaway on board a goods lorry has been looking for a change of we rescue, rehabilitate and rehome luck in the form of a new home. cats and kittens from the Fife, Edinburgh and Lothian areas. We Five-month-old Laurie was placed in the care of Cats Protection’s Ferndown Homing specialise in cases requiring exten- Centre after being found in the back of a goods lorry that had travelled from France to sive nursing care, behavioural prob- Portsmouth Docks in June. He was extremely thin and dehydrated and another black kit- lems and the hand rearing of infant ten was found dead next to him. kittens. Donna Ward, manager of the Ferndown Homing Centre said: “A local quarantine, “We regularly take in cats in Eyersdown Farm Kennels and Cattery, rushed Laurie to the vets. He was at death’s door desperate need of help ‘out of area’ and things weren’t looking good for him. At just a week old he had to be hand reared and from Oban to Glasgow and even required a lot of round-the-clock care but fortunately, he responded very well to treat- as far south as Birmingham, where ment and, after a few months stay in quarantine at Eyersdown, he was brought to our there has been a need for our spe- centre for homing. cialist care. “He’s a lively little character and we’re hoping to find him a home in the Dorset area. “We are a family run Charity He would be best suited to a home without young children. with the welfare of the cats at the forefront of all we do. We offer “He has an air of mystery about him because we don’t know how far he had travelled an advice line to the public on all in the van or where in France he had come from but we’re hoping he can finally put his aspects of cat care and welfare and paws on firm ground in the form of a new home! work tirelessly all year round to raise the funds required to provide “Cats Protection paid Laurie’s quarantine costs, which came to around £2,000, so we’d a high level of care to all felines in be grateful too for any donations towards the cost. If you’d like to adopt Laurie, or make a donation towards his care, then please call Cats Protection’s national Helpline on •our care” Purrs in our Hearts’ auction 03000 12 12 12.” (lines open Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm) will take place online until 31st Laurie isn’t the only unwanted black cat to face some tough times. Black and black- December. Visit www.purrsinour- and-white cats make up around half of all the cats in Cats Protection’s care – and sadly they •hearts.co.uk and help a cat in need. wait around a week longer to find a home than Sunny Harbour Cat Rescue the average cat. (Scottish Charity No SC041871): www.sunnyharbour.org.uk/4 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

■ Send your feline facts,news & cat gossip to MewsRound. Email them to:[email protected] your HiLife Top brandcat in style food from CanadaHiLife Petfoods is giving pet owners thechance to really spoil their cats by ven- Orijen Cat Food could be considered as nutrients in their most natural state. Noturing into the treat market for the first a new category of cat food as it stands water is added and the meat is steamedtime. apart from any other product in the in its own juices. ORIJEN replaces fast market. This pet food is biologically carbohydrates such as potatoes and The Leicestershire-based company appropriate, made from fresh regional rice with low-glycaemic and regionally-is launching its new HiLife ‘Indulge Me!’ ingredients and is never outsourced. sourced fresh fruit and vegetables. Freshrange, which is made up of tasty pieces botanicals are also included to strength-of chicken or duck breast and has been Prepared in Canada, by Champion en the body and spirit.created using 100% meat. The product is Petfoods, all ingredients are sourcedgently freeze dried to preserve its flavour locally and are delivered to their kitchens Product range includes:and contains no artificial additives. fresh each day. They never outsource their food production to third-party fac- ORIJEN Cat & Kitten, ORIJEN 6 Fish Town & Country Petfoods marketing tories and they don’t produce food for and ORIJEN Regional Red. They are alldirector Peter Parkinson couldn’t be more anyone else. The biologically appropriate typically 80% fish or meat, 20% fruitsexcited about the launch: philosophy concept is simple, to mirror and vegetables and no grain or potato. “Cat treats are one of the fastest the freshness and variety of meats that ORIJEN also have a range of freeze-growing areas of the entire pet food mar- cats would naturally hunt in the wild and dried cat treats which feature the sameket and driven largely by social changes in for which they are evolved to eat. fresh, local meats, poultry and fish aswhich many owners increasingly humanisetheir cats. We’re really excited about our ORIJEN is loaded with 80% meat, up •their award-winning cat foods.first move in this direction.” to three times more than conventional www.orijenpetfoods.co.uk Telephone: 01737 767679 ‘Indulge Me!’ cat treats are available in cat foods. The fresh poultry fish andhandy 10g re-sealable bags, which can last meats are responsibly sourced and mir-up to 18 months. ror the natural diet, supplying essential Peter added: “We pride ourselves onsupplying new and innovative products ofextremely high quality and we’ve sourcedthe best possible ingredients to make thetreats exceptionally tasty for cats. “By using the freeze-drying process,the flavour is only released when thebite-sized pieces enter the cat’s mouthand we know that they’ll go down a treatwith your pet; if you’ll pardon the pun…” This new range is available from ASDA,Tesco, Waitrose, Wilkinsons, Ocado,•Amazon and Independent Pet Stores. For more information on HiLife, visitwww.hilifepet.co.uk A pet is for life get hit by cars or be abused by cruel people. Animals require attention and care and can’t simply be returned or Thousands of cats and dogs are ‘re-gifted’ if they don’t suit a per- euthanised every year because there son’s fancy. People for the Ethical are not enough good homes for Treatment of Animals (PETA) them. Foundation say the sad reality is that animals are often forced to spend Animals need love, stability and every day alone and many are left in care. Giving them away as gifts can crates or cages. Others are dropped lead to serious problems. PETA) urge off at already crowded shelters or you to encourage anyone you know abandoned on the streets to starve, not to give animals away as gifts this holiday season. catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 5

The Pet Charity Rugby stars tackle cat releases industry- care for Blue Cross first collaborative pet care leaflets Stars from Greene King IPA Championship club Worcester Warriors have teamed up with Blue Cross pet charity to help care for homeless pets at their animal The Pet Charity, the national, public-facing rehoming centre in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire. body that promotes the joy and benefits pets have on society, has collaborated James Percival, Matt Cox and Mike Daniels from the squad visited the centre with experts to produce a new series of on 20th October to cuddle kittens, play fetch with dogs, clean the kennels and pet care advice leaflets. deliver the pets’ breakfasts. Players will be visiting the centre every fortnight to help pets as part of their support of Blue Cross’ £1.9m fundraising appeal to The UK’s love of pets seems to be rebuild the current Bromsgrove site. ever-increasing, with more and more of us inviting a pet into our family. Exotic The centre’s rebuild is due to start later this year and the new facilities pet ownership is also on the increase but include a special admissions area, an isolation unit for poorly pets, a veterinary The Pet Charity has found that much of suite, puppy and kitten housing, plus major refurbishment to the centre’s kennels. the care advice available is conflicting and confusing for owners. In order to end the Blue Cross is also building a brand new £3m rehoming centre in Suffolk and confusion, the Charity has collaborated there are plans to refurbish more centres in the near future which will help the with experts, associations and vets to pro- vide clear, standardised content. The Pet •charity double the number of pets they can help. Charity has collaborated with the leaders To donate towards either of these fundraising appeals, or find out more please, in each sector such as the Kennel Club, visit www.bluecross.org.uk. International Cat Care, OATA, the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund, REPTA and Christmas Cuddle-a-Thon the BVZS. Bath Cats & Dogs Home is offering a special fundraising experience on The leaflet range is comprehensive and Saturday 29th November and Saturday clear colour-coding will help all owners of 6th December. companion animals, small furries, reptiles, Get friends and family to sponsor fish, birds and poultry. Alongside specific you to be locked in a pod for 90 min- pet leaflets, The Pet Charity is also pro- utes with a beautiful, friendly feline - ducing sponsored leaflets, which offer pet what better way to pass the time? owners advice on neutering, vaccinations Children over 5 are welcome but and microchipping. must be accompanied by an adult. Funds raised will help to care for the The leaflets are available to retailers, many cats and dogs helped by the vets, re-homing centres and pet service centre each year. providers as The Pet Charity aims for a Interest has been high but there level playing field with standardised advice •may still be a few places left. in order to further pet welfare in the UK. For more details and to book a slot, please contact Lucie on Sara Bazeley, Media and Campaigns 01225 787334 or email Officer, for The Pet Charity, said: “The [email protected] collaborative leaflet collection is a first for the pet industry and The Pet Charity hopes that standardising advice informa- tion will raise knowledge of pet welfare in the UK.” The Pet Charity promotes research into the positive impact of pet ownership on public health and educates the public in the proper selection and on-going care of their chosen com- •panion animals. For more information about The Pet Charity’s pet care advice leaflets, contact The Pet Charity on 01234 224506 or email sara.bazeley@ thepetcharity.org.uk6 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

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Nottingham vet school helps vulnerable pet owners Celebrate cats all year roundVeterinary students at Nottingham Vet hard times, and the people who visit ourSchool are helping vulnerable members clinic really care about their animals and What better way to start theof the community to care for their pets want to do what’s best for them. It is hard new year than with a calendar fullproperly. ‘Vets in the Community’ is a stu- for them to access veterinary care, due to of beautiful cat photos. Gemmadent-led project that provides free veteri- cost and lack of formal address or paper- Menhenitt is a fundraiser for hernary care for the animals of homeless and work. Our clinic is a great opportunity for local cat rescue, Clay County Catvulnerably-housed people in Nottingham. people to access care for their loved pets, Care. She has several cats of herStudent and member Francesca Davidson but also for vet students to get hands-on own, many of which are rescues.said: “We run clinics twice a month and experience with animals (under veterinary “I have been with Clay County Catprovide free basic veterinary care for the supervision).” Care for over a year now. They are apets of homeless and vulnerably housed ‘no-kill’ rescue. This year, for a fund-people in Nottingham. This can include Vets in the Community are desperately raiser, I have been busy since Marchvaccinations, flea and worm treatments, trying to fundraise to keep the clinic going, creating a calendar which includestreating conditions such as ear and eye especially because the initial start-up fund 200 cats/kittens that have visitedinfections and providing advice. from the University of Nottingham has Clay County Cat Care since they nearly run out. They welcome donations opened their doors in 2013. The cal- “We also try to provide free samples of pet supplies or medication, pet food endars are in loving memory of Janof pet food and other pet items if pos- and other items such as blankets and dog Bettison who was a lovely lady to allsible. We see a mixture of cats and dogs, coats to give to homeless pet owners at her knew her.”and sometimes some smaller pets too. It Christmas to help them through the coldis a great opportunity for students in their winter months. If you have any cat and kittenclinical years to gain hands-on experience obsessed friends or family, youunder the supervision of a vet, whilst pro- •For further information and to see the might like to treat them to a 2015viding a service to the local community. Rescue calendar, available at £10Currently we receive some funding from work the students are doing, please visit each including p&p. All funds fromthe University of Nottingham and also their Facebook page www.facebook.com/ these go straight into the Rescue.donations from students, staff and the vetsinthecommunity or find them on Please visit the website if you’regeneral public. The clinics are expensive to Twitter: twitter @vetsincommunity interested: www.claycountycatcare.run so we are trying to fundraise to keep com/calendar or contact Gemma forgoing.” an address via email if you would like to pay another way gmenhenitt@ Vets in the Community is a not-for- rocketmail.comprofit organisation and rely solely ondonations and the goodwill of vet stu- “Every little helps, especiallydents and the public to keep running; around Christmas time. We’ve hadeach clinic costs roughly £400-£500. some fantastic support this year from generous companies sponsor- “Since starting in 2012, we have been ing CCCC and donating items for thevery busy helping people in need and their many kittens & cats. I would like toanimals. In fact, we have just increased thank them all from the bottom ofour clinics from once a month to twice a my heart...and you guys as well formonth, to meet demand,” said Francesca. supporting us...and of course Leanne and Andrew.” “The companionship and love of ananimal means so much to those facing The profits from the calendar will help towards the restoration and running of the Rescue, looking after the many cats/kittens and towards spaying & neutering them.8 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

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TbRiIgCKcaOtRsTaRtEAFTeFliOdRaHalloween pumpkins are more than just decorationat a FOUR PAWS Big Cat SanctuaryN ijeberkoop, Netherlands – 31 ing in poorly kept conditions. Presenting October 2014 - The big cats new items and scents helps to alleviate at the Dutch rescue centre boredom and improve the general well-FELIDA have been celebrating with being of the animals.their own little Halloween party. Lioness  Lioness Noor originally comes fromNoor, lion Giovanni and leopard Bakari a zoo and has been in FELIDA sincejust seem to be thrilled with their 2006. She used to live with her son,new enrichment items: big Halloween named Bobby, but he died in 2013 andpumpkins! she has been living alone in her enclosure Like any other enrichment, the ever since. Initially, Noor examined herpumpkins help the animals to rediscover Halloween pumpkin critically from alltheir natural behaviour, which has dulled sides before she finally grabbed it andduring years of liv- carried it delightedly back and forth in her enclosure.  Lion Giovanni used to be a tourist attraction in Italy, where travellers would have their picture taken with him. In 2005, at the age of one year, when he became too big and heavy to be carried, he was handed over to the rescue station. Giovanni also relished in his Halloween surprise – he nibbled at it for so long, until the pumpkin finally broke into small pieces.  Bakari, an African leopard, was also very pleased with his vegetable snack. He was born in a German zoo, where visitors could take pictures with him. When the10 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

zoo was no longer interested in him, hecame to the rescue centre. This playful animal needs to be chal-lenged and the pumpkin turned out tobe a target that could be attacked overand over again. As a result, the pumpkindidn’t last too long!   About FELIDA FELIDA is a FOUR PAWS rescue centre for big cats in the Dutch vil- lage of Nijeberkoop. The centre was founded approximately 20 years ago as “Stichting Pantera”, but for various reasons, the centre lacked mainte- nance for several years. In October 2013, FOUR PAWS took over the centre and started implementing necessary changes to improve the animal welfare situation. In the future FELIDA will become a transit station for big cats as well as a permanent centre for those animals that cannot be transferred anymore, meeting the FOUR PAWS standards for animal welfare and safety. There are current- ly two lions,15 tigers, a black jaguar, an African leopard and a leopard cat at FELIDA. catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 11

Katy Edge Confessions of a 20 something cat lady LIVING ON THE EDGEThere are no cats on Katy’s wish list this year - but there maybe a lot of cleaning products as her household multiplies againOK, OK, so we did it. We did able success. Charlie isn’t as boisterous But if I say “three”, there’s a blink. it, OK?! We got another or thick-skinned as poor Widget, so Or maybe I just imagine the blink. kitten. *Puts hands over eyes Happee doesn’t mind him. He lets Then it’s, “Wow! Three cats.” If I letand peers between fingers* Are you Widget kick him in the head – only slip that we have a dog, two chinchil-judging me? in the most loving, brotherly way, of las and a tank containing an unspeci- course – so Widget adores him. In fied number of fish, shrimps and snails Charlie is a beautiful blue bicolour fact, Widget, whose levels of personal too, the “WHOA – CRAZY LADY”Ragdoll. He’s also Operation Decoy hygiene are such that he once carried shutters come down and I mightCat. Although Happee and Widget a lump of poo stuck to his bum for an as well have confessed to collectingare getting used to each other, and entire day, even cleans Charlie. While celebrities’ toenail clippings.have even been seen asleep on the holding him in an affectionate head-same bed, we’d noticed there was some lock. Obvs. Although I know lots of perfectlytension between them – and it was sensible people have three cats, andmainly down to Widget wanting to No, really, it’s going well. I actually those cats often live harmoniouslyplay when Happee was Not In The woke up with three snoozing cats on together, I can’t help feeling like allMood. the bed this morning. Three! hell will break loose if I try to do it. I don’t know why. When I rang my Widget’s a typical boy, who …Three cats, though. It’s quite vet to book Charlie in for his once-wouldn’t take no for an answer different to having two cats. I mean, over check, I found myself saying,(“Wanna go to the movies with me apart from having 50% more cats, it “Sorry, this is the last one, honestly.”one night? No? How about dinner? seems as if there’s been some major Involuntarily, I pictured the reception-No? Can I take you bowling instead? ideological shift. Two cats is average; ist hanging up the phone and saying,No? Shall we…?”), so we thought we if someone asks how many cats you “Would you believe that woman? She’sneeded a way of redirecting his ener- have, and you say “two”, they smile just got ANOTHER cat. Really.”gies. Being the incurable cat lady I am, and say “Ahhh.” They perhaps imagineit wasn’t long before I arrived at the a brother and sister from the same lit- Of course, my vet’s receptionist isinevitable conclusion. ter, who curl up together like ying and lovely, and wouldn’t say anything like yang and share a patch of sunlight. that. She’s far too polite to comment It’s been (touch fur) an improb- that our household provides a large percentage of the practice’s business. I’ve just developed feline-specific para- noia. If I’m honest with myself, I don’t know what to do with three cats. Two is straightforward: two bowls, two beds, one lap each. Simple. But three? If they have a scrap, you can’t solve the problem by shutting one in the kitchen, because you still have two spare cats. If they won’t eat without stealing from each other’s bowls, you need three separate rooms! In cats alone, I have to keep track of six ears, twelve paws, and more whiskers than I can count!! I haven’t even started to think about how much more housework a long- haired cat will create… New year, new challenge, hey?12 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

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THE DEATH OF THE UK’S FLEA- FIGHTING FORCEfKlIeTTaENwS PaRrOnMiPnTgSTwo flea-ridden young kittens handed in at Fleas often make an unwelcomeYorkshire Cat Rescue have died from anaemia - appearance on our pets at thisprompting the charity’s founder to issue a stark time of year. Many pet ownerswarning to pet owners to make sure their animals aren’t sure of the best way to getreceive proper care rid of them or which treatment is right for their pet. Did you know Hope from the fleas and died the next day.” you might get the advice you Hope and Hero’s mum had four need simply by popping down toA long with four adult cats, your local pet store? And did you including their mum, Hope active nipples which led staff to believe know that advice will be free? and Hero were given to that she must have had as many kit-Yorkshire Cat Rescue by social services tens. “We suspect that two of her four Two thousand people nowas their owner was unable to care for kittens had already died before they work as an Animal Medicinesthem. It was only when they arrived got to us, probably also from flea-relat- Advisor, or Suitably Qualifiedthat staff noticed just how sick the ed anaemia. Unfortunately, it was also Person (SQP), in pet stores up andkittens were - carrying a massive flea too late for Hope and Hero. down the UK, and that numberburden and unable to eat or drink. is growing fast. Rather like phar- “People just don’t realise how dan- macists but for pets, they have “These tiny kittens were completely gerous fleas can be - especially for a professional qualification tocovered in fleas and none of them had young kittens and vulnerable adult cats. dispense prescriptions and supplythe energy to suckle for food. Poor lit- We pulled off a staggering 50 fleas certain veterinary medicines fortle Hero was so anaemic that we sent from Hope and Hero alone - far too flea and worm treatments.her straight to the vet for urgent treat- many for their tiny bodies to carry.”ment, including subcutaneous fluids,” Jade Johnson from Bangor,recalled Charity founder Sara Atkinson. All four adult cats, including North Wales, recently quali- Hope and Hero’s mum, were very fied as an SQP for pets. “I’m the Little Hero didn’t survive for long thin but friendly. Once they have 2000th SQP for pets in the UK”but Sara was hopeful that Hope would gained weight and been thoroughly said Jade, who works for Pets atpull through. “When Hope first assessed at the centre, including having Home in Bangor, “but actually I’marrived with her sister she was too been flea treated, they will be look- not surprised. Pet stores put a lotweak to eat. I stayed up all night ing for new, loving homes. Sara said: of effort into training their col-with her - feeding her a milk sub- “Unfortunately for Hope and Hero, leagues and giving their custom-stitute with a syringe and letting all that is left is their story and a ers really good advice.her sleep on the Aga to keep warm. warning to owners to make sure theirNext morning she seemed better cats are treated for fleas. Hundreds “Fleas are a common problemand began to suckle from her mum. of cats and kittens come through our at this time of year. Every day,I was so hopeful that she would pull doors each year but these two little people come to ask me aboutthrough but unfortunately she had mites were a little bit special to me, the best treatment and correctalready suffered too much damage and they will not be forgotten.” dose for their pet. Customers are sometimes surprised to learn Hero that they have to spray their houses too but if you just treat your pet, you’re only dealing with the adult fleas, not the eggs,” she explained. More and more pet owners are turning to their local SQPs to help them keep their pet’s flea and worm free. Their advice is free and impartial. “The public is defi- nitely getting to know we’re here for them and their pets,” concluded Jade. “In the end, it’s about making sure animals stay healthy. I get a lot of satisfac- tion from helping with that.”14 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

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FOUR PAWS brings traumatisedlions from Gaza to JordanIn the previous issue of Cat World we reportedon the work being done by International animalwelfare charity FOUR PAWS to secure a newhome for lions from a bombed out zoo on theoutskirts of Gaza. This month we are able togive you an update on this rescue tale.F OUR PAWS has now successfully appropriate shelter, sufficient food and remaining 30 or so animals remaining transferred the three traumatised medical treatment. After all, lions are in the zoo, including a macaque, vervet lions to Jordan, working with dangerous wild animals. After the air monkeys, wild cats, wolves, ostriches,officials and representatives from Egypt, strikes, the enclosures were far from safe pelicans, birds of prey, porcupines and aIsrael, Jordan and the State of Palestine for the keepers and for anyone visiting crocodile. Amir Khalil said: “We can seeto secure the rescue. the zoo. That’s why we looked for a solu- how much the people in Gaza love their tion away from Gaza.” zoo and its animals. So FOUR PAWS  Veterinary surgeon Dr. Amir Khalil is pledging its expertise and financialfrom FOUR PAWS, who coordinated The lions were anaesthetised, given athe operation on-site, was particularly medical check, and loaded into transport support for the correctkeen to secure rapid assistance for the crates. They were then transported in reconstruction of thelions (two males of around six years, and convoy to a transit enclosures. We alsoone pregnant female of seven years). station in Jordan, want to train the local“This was about more than species- where on the same team in how to deal day they were suc- with the animals.” cessfully released into their tempo- More support is rary compound. As also being provided by soon as their new French animal welfare enclosures are ready organisation, 30 mil- (these are still being lions d’amis. built), the lions will move into their per- • The FOUR PAWS team urgently manent new home. FOUR PAWS is currently setting up a needs more financial support from new animal shelter, the ‘Al Ma´wa for people who care. To make a Nature and Wildlife’, around 45km from donation to help these animals visit Amman in Jordan.  www.four-paws.org.uk/donate  A solution will also be found for the16 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE Gifts for allSilver Pet Prints Looking for present ideas this Christmas? Our gift guide has it all covered; male or female, human orPrecious pets large and small, feline, you’ll find the purrrfect gift for everyoneCats and dogs, we print them all. Eric Robson wildlife art Whether you share your house with Eric Robson is an original artist, producingthe purrrrfect cat, or your dog is your animal and wildlife art, historical and archaeo-best friend, here at Silver Pet Prints we logical reconstructions, museum presentationscan help you treasure those joyful memo-ries with your pet forever! •and children’s book illustration. To view a selection of his Those messy, muddy paw prints work, please see his websitethankfully wipe away but imagine if you www.ericrobson.co.uk or callcould keep just one of those gorgeous 07952929364 for a brochure.paw prints – after all they are as unique Fine-art prints can be providedto your pet as your fingerprints are to for any of the artwork shown;you. Well now you can! Here at Silver Pet 12” x 16” or framed in a gilt sweptPrints, we take your pet’s unique print frame 16” x 20”and turn it into a stunning piece of silver Commissions are always wel-jewellery. come.‘So they are always by your side’ Cat breed top trumps Cats: Best in Show by Sue Parslow, illustrated by Polly Horner Pet lovers everywhere can have a truly and published by Laurence King, is a set of top trump cards thatpersonal, physical keepsake of their pet’s feature beautifully commissioned illustrations, paired with pedi-paw print, beautifully handcrafted in fine gree facts and trivia on your favourite felines.silver, on a pendant, charm, pair of cuf-flinks or even a key ring. Does a Persian need more grooming than a Birman? Has a Turkish Van got a louder purr than a British Shorthair? Is a Siamese Maija Pykett, founder and Director of more independent than a Ragdoll? Who’s bigger, a Balinese or aSilver Pet Prints, says: “Pets hold a very Bengal?special place in people’s hearts and theirhome and each Silver Pet Print we make Find out who’s the cat that got the cream with this beautifullyholds enormous sentimental value to illustrated set of cards. Using the 30 cards in Cats: Best in Show, players can trumptheir owner. Some 48% of UK households their opponents with their highest score from six categories: Grooming Required,have at least one pet. Despite the eco- Activity Level, Voice, Intelligence, Independence and Size. The player with the low-nomic downturn, expenditure on dogs est number of points gives up their card and the person with the most cards atand cats has increased by an average 4% the end of the game is crowned the winner.per year in recent years. In particular, Dogs: Best is Show is also available. Both are priced at £8.95, ISBN - 978 1 85669 there is a significant 9297 demand for original pet products, as pet lovers Polly Horner lives in Rye, East Sussex. When she is not drawing, she enjoys going indulge in the relation- for long walks where she comes across a number of dogs which she will inevitably ship they share with stop, pat and photograph. She is the author and illustrator of ‘Polly and the North their beloved pets. Star’ (Orion) and illustrator of ‘Dogs: Best in Silver Pet Prints meets Show’ (Laurence King) this need directly.” Sue Parslow is a Lincolnshire-based writer, Taking your pet’s author and editor. Her childhood cat was a print couldn’t be black and white moggy named Pixie and she easier, with our has gone on to share her home with many mess-free and safe more cats, including her beloved compan- inkless print system. ions of 18 years, Ruskin (Somali) and Rosetti And don’t forget, it really isyour pet’s paw print on the final piece of (mixed pedigree). She loves cats for their beauty and intelligence.•jewellery! To see Silver Pet Print’s exciting range catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 17of jewellery with a difference, visitwww.silverpetprints.com

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE Mad About Cats Mad About Cats is a family run Butterfly Cat Jackets business established in 1999, offering If you are looking for a product which a wide range of quality, cat themed allows your indoor cat to enjoy the great products and accessories for cat lov- outdoors, then look no further. More and ers and their cats. Being cat lovers more cat owners are turning to Butterfly ourselves and sharing our home with four beautiful cats, we know how Cat Jackets, to allow their beloved ‘indoor important it is to buy good quality items, not only for our cats but only’ cats a taste of the outside. as gifts for family and friends. These handmade Cat Walking Jackets/ Over the years our business has expanded and we have gained Harnesses are very robust and escape experience of exactly what our customers are looking for through proof, when fitted correctly. They are all retail outlets, stalls at cat shows and our website www.madabout- given full attention to detail when being cats.com. Our business has evolved to suit customer demand and sewn, with a triple layered combination of mate- we launched our first website in 2001 which has run very success- rial, to give long lasting durability and ultimate comfort for fully for thirteen years. your cat. Butterfly Cat Jackets offer an extensive range of fabrics The time has now come to make changes again and our brand and designs that will complement any cat. Our customer new website has just launched in November 2014. The name www. feedback is second to none, with many happy customers madaboutcats.com remains the same but we now offer a much worldwide. improved shopping experience for our customers. After extensive testing with a variety of materials and thread, we have hit upon a combination of both to ensure The items we offer are sourced from that, when tested with our very strong and energetic Bengal around the world and we strive to find cats, they serve their purpose. unusual and interesting items, from lower priced ones like cards to higher end ones • Suitable for all breeds of domestic cat from kitten to adult such as designer handbags and jewel- • Safe, escape proof and secure-fitting for your feline fur lery, thereby offering a wide range of goods to suit every pocket. Our suppliers baby include Dunoon mugs, Ulster Weavers • Fully adjustable Velcro fastening homewares, Jellycat soft toys and Frith • Strongly secured & triple sewn, metal D ring, to attach your ornaments, to name a few. On the cat toy and accessories side, we aim to cat lead offer items that are a little bit different, that our feline friends will enjoy and • Stylish, with unique, funky & fully reversible designs these include the highly popular Da Bird • Matching coloured Velcro used where possible teasers, Yeowww catnip toys, Danish Design cat beds and Cosmic • Machine washable catnip toys, amongst many more suppliers. • Worldwide shipping available and FREE P&P within the UK We understand what our customers need and we treat them as we would like to be treated ourselves, offering a friendly, excel- These durable jackets are made so that they can be fas- lent customer service, secure online shopping and fast delivery. tened securely and safely around their neck and chest area Our post and packaging charges are staggered to reflect the whilst also providing a comfortable and snug fit. need for flexibility and are structured to ensure that our customers are not Walking your cat will stimulate their senses and eliminate paying too much if only ordering a sin- boredom. gle lower value item. For larger orders over £65.00 post and packaging is free. Cats of all ages can be trained to walk. We constantly update our website It will keep them healthy & help boost their growth and with new items and will be running development. competitions for prizes together with Remember to always keep your cat on a lead that is dura- our Cat of the Month photo ble and that you control; never leave your cat tethered and competitions. By subscribing unattended. to our newsletter, customers will be the first to hear about Dependent on the size of your beloved special offers and discounts kitty, our cat jackets are fully adjustable, to together with our Facebook meet the needs of a growing kitten to a and Twitter followers. Our fully grown adult cat. Facebook page can be seen at www.facebook.com/MadAboutCats.co.uk and Twitter page at Custom jackets for larger cats and https://twitter.com/MadAboutCatsUK hybrid cats can also be made to order. Contact [email protected] for • For further information, please call 01942 717 667, email more information. enquiries to [email protected] or visit our website You can also find out more about www.madaboutcats.com. Butterfly Cat Jackets and the weekly outdoor adventures of their Bengal cats through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and •YouTube. The jackets are available through the web-shop at www.butterflycatjackets. com and by searching ‘Butterfly Cat Jackets’ via eBay, Etsy and Amazon.18 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE Simon Ships Out by Jacky DonovanWhen Simon, a mischievous young cat, is smuggled aboard HMS Amethyst, his simple life amidst the streets of Hong Kong istransformed into an adventure fit for heroes. Based on a true story,Simon’s quirky yet emotional cat’s eye narrative of his remarkable journey from stowaway puss to hero of the Royal Navy is sure to move and entertain all who read it. A heartwarming tale from the world’s first celebrity cat. Available from Amazon.co.uk Paperback £7.99. eBook £2.99 ISBN: 9781500824839 Puss in Boot by Peter UnderhillChristmas Kittens by Peter Underhill Forty Winks by Karen Carter Crazy Cat Lady by Peter UnderhillBlack & White and Tabby Kittens by Susan Ryder Bird of a Feather by Karen Carter Cat in Hat by Peter Underhill You can see our full range of cross stitch kits, charts & fabric at www.hcrafts.comHeritage Crafts Ltd. Redbrook Lane, Rugeley, Staffordshire WS15 1QU Telephone : 01889 575256 Email : [email protected] catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 19

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDEGifts for Cat Lovers from Erin House. NOOUWTPrints, Figurines & Original Gift Ideas.View our full range at www.eh-p.com MEOWTel 01757 270484 A book of happiness for cat lovers by Anouska Jones A collection of delightful quotes and beautiful photographs which capture the essence of our fascination with cats. Beautifully presented and perfect for Christmas. £12.95 hardback www.exislepublishing.co.uk ORIGINAL ANIMAL ART AND PRINTS Capture YOUR pet’s Commissions for original artwork 16” x 20” (approx. A3) precious paw print in £125 - £150 unframed, with mount. fine silver… So they will always 16” x 20” (A3 approx.) giclee (fine art) prints unframed, be by your side… with mount, £45. Pendants Frame (various) add £38 + pp. Charms Cufflinks Please contact me: 11 Parkway Towers, Seacroft, Leeds LS14 6UX Keyrings or: [email protected] or: Tel. 07952929364 www.silverpetprints.com I will send you a complementary brochure, or website: www.ericrobson.co.uk [email protected] 0121 713 190020 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE Erin House Assppreeeccyiiaaolluppleroetos?keinntgfoforraa Erin House, a fam- The Natural Pet Toy Company can help - ily business established new season catnip toys & gifts. 16 years ago, offers a stunning and varied range of Best known for whimsical, animal shaped cat related gift ideas this Christmas. catnip toys in a range of vintage-style fab- From limited edition cat pictures to feline figu- rics, The Natural Pet Toy Company fish, rines, from cat mugs to cat books, there is something mouse, rabbit and bird shaped toys are for everyone whatever their choice and budget. filled completely with the finest quality Erin House specialise in the cat pictures of Linda Jane catnip herb. Smith with a large range of pictures for you to choose from and prices ranging from £5.99. On Unlike many other toys that contain arti- their website you will find another 15 ficial fillers or stuffing, these delightful herb great cat artists, all with their own filled cat toys are especially strongly scent- unique style, for you to consider. ed, which proves irresistible to most cats Their feline figurine ranges and they will play with these toys for hours. include Comic and Curious Cats, 4D Art The toys are packed in attractive, recyclable Contemporary Cats, Kitten Tales, Frith Sculptures, My packaging too, so are ideal as a gift at any Pedigree Pals and Govinder Cats. time of the year, not just at Christmas! Each category on the Erin House website, whether Pictures, Figurines or Gift Ideas, has a Special Offer sec- Company founders Debbie and Laura tion for those special bargains. told us: “We used to design and supply product for one of the oldest herbal shops As a reader of Cat World, in England and when they closed, we decid- Erin House offer you a ed to pool our knowledge and branch out 10% discount on any pur- on our own. In 2011 we created our unique chase you make (Excluding range of herb-based pet toys as well as carriage charges). beautiful items for your garden and home. Please quote Promotional Code: CATW88 on the check- We source from around the world but also work closely with many UK based suppliers •out page online or mention it when ordering by phone. and are adding to our range all the time.” Visit www.eh-p.com today or call 01757 270484 Now based in historic Leigh Court nearCards and canvasses from Princess Tabby Bristol, The Natural Pet Toy Company has If you are looking for artwork/photography of their own design studio and makes manycute cats with a contemporary feel, please come and of their items by hand, including beautifulhave a look at what we do. What was a new project cat collars with safety clasps and Libertyhas now has so much media attention that we are print dog collars, all named after placesquite overwhelmed! and inspired by events in Bristol. The latest additions to the range are reversible pet We are promoting our range of cute cat greet- blankets and cushions,ing cards featuring Foxy and Wolfie (as seen on This made from beautifulMorning, The Secret Life of Pets and numerous printed cotton andpublications!) luxurious fleece. Also large contemporary canvases, which fea- They have a mail orderture various subjects (including cats!) facility as well as their website,making it even We will do bespoke canvases and photographsof your pet either from our photography or using •easier to buy their bespoke products.your own photo to create a beautiful piece of Visit www.naturalpet-toy.co.ukcontemporary art. or Tel: 01275 370 935 Some examples can be seen on the catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 21website (please see advertisement) or feelwelcome to email or call for full range ofproducts, prices etc. We can make a truly original piece ofart, featuring your pet and tailor made toyour wishes, making it a gift to be treasuredforever. We will soon be seen on The Auction•House TV show, with examples of our work Visit www.princesstabby.co.uk

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDECATS IN STITCHES ATHeritage CraftsA ll of us at Heritage Crafts love they find out that they get a lot of attention cats and most of us are owned by if they sit on the chart….. at least one of these wonderfulanimals, so it isn’t surprising that many of our Susan has two British Blues, Timmydesigns are of cats. and Boris, who are brothers. Timmy helps with the stitching but Boris helps with the Heritage Crafts has been producing beau- designing by walking across the computertiful cross stitch designs since 1987, when keyboard. He can make the whole designmanaging director, Susan Ryder, gave up her turn upside down - something Susan can’twork as a primary school teacher to turn her do herself!hobby of counted cross stitch into a busi-ness. Peter Underhill is the ‘cat man of Heritage Crafts’ and has brought humour to the At first Susan did all the designing, world of cross stitch. He is an immenselyspecialising in designs of British buildings talented artist and his designs are includedand maps. Colour and clarity have always in the ‘Cats Rule’, range (Well, they do, don’tbeen very important features of Susan’s they?) He has the ability to capture a cat’sdesigns and this is still very much the case character and feelings, whether the cat isin all Heritage Crafts’ work. As the business asleep, mischievous, demanding or just beinggrew, more designers such as John Clayton sweet. Peter paints his pictures and Susanand Peter Underhill brought their skills and puts them into cross stitch – a job which sheexpertise to Heritage Crafts and it is now loves.one of the largest independent needleworkcompanies in the UK, exporting to countries One of Peter’s first designs for Heritageall over the world. Cross stitch kits from Crafts, ‘Is That All?’, is still as popular now asHeritage Crafts contain very clear charts it was when it was introduced in 2008. Howand instructions, fabric, needle, and threads, could you resist giving this cat more to eat,which are already sorted onto cards, and even though he is on a diet?there is always someone available on ourhelpline. Peter likes to produce designs to which we humans can relate. ‘I Don’t Do Mornings’ Designs featuring cats are always popular. is one of these, and I think everyone knowsCross stitch is a very gentle, relaxing and how this cat feels!rewarding hobby and it is surprising howmany stitchers have cats to help them with Christmas has been the inspirationtheir work. Cats seem to learn quickly that it for several ‘Cats Rule’ designs. ‘Christmasis not a good idea to play with threads and Kittens’ is very appealing as is ‘Catching Snowflakes’, and ‘Christmas Tangle’ shows us what can happen if a kitten climbs the22 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

Christmas tree. your fingers. of you enjoy stitching our cat designs and if Peter’s designs The latest you get a few cat hairs in with the stitches,also include cats designer to join •that’s an added bonus.who take on human the Heritage Visit www.hcrafts.comactivities such as ‘The team is KarenChoir’. We’d love to Carter, who is alsosee Gareth Malone a ‘cat lady’ andworking with this lot! whose ‘Catz & Co’Each cat here has its designs are provingown personality and to be very popular.are all enjoying singing, Karen’s cats arealthough we are not very colourful and there’s lots to seeso sure about the little one with his music in the backgrounds, making them veryupside down! interesting designs to stitch. Her cats all appear to be content and laid back but ‘Crazy Cat Lady’ features cats of every we all know that if they feel like it, theykind. We all know and love a Crazy Cat Lady can shoot off like a rocket.who spends her days surrounded by her Susan’s own cat designs for her ‘Littlefeline companions whom she adores - prob- Friends’ range are ‘Black and White Kitten’ably most of us are ones ourselves. While and ‘Tabby Kitten’. Both are quick andsome of her cats take an afternoon nap, the easy to stitch and make perfect gifts forrest look rather mischievous. We think it’s new stitchers and for the more experi-only a matter of time before the plant stand enced too.goes over and the kitten on her lap gets his Heritage Crafts believes that the ‘per-tail pulled by the little terror peeking round sonal touch’ is very important and this showsthe edge of the chair. This is a lovely project in its designs and its contact with retailers,for a ‘cat person’. There is so much in it and distributors and with the people who actual-every cat is a character on its own. It is won- ly buy and stitch its kits. We know that manyderful to stitch and see it take shape under catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 23

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDELimited 2 Art nesses and a destination for people from far and wide. “The gallery name came about asFor gallery owner Ruth Worsman, a passion for I wanted to convey that all we do is limitedcollecting art has developed into her current to art; that is all we concentrate our energybusiness venture on - it ‘does what it says on the tin’, so to speak!”T en years after opening her gallery Limited 2 Art, Ruth Worsman So what does a typical day entail? “Each celebrated the anniversary by day is different; no two days are the same,opening a new gallery, in April 2014, at the which I love. Apart from basic hoovering,Yorkshire Wildlife Park. But art has not dusting and making sure all the pictures arealways been her profession. “My background hanging straight, I am constantly working onprior to opening the gallery was in two the website and social media platforms, andspecific areas; firstly as a retail manager with talking with customers and friends who popBoots the Chemist for seven years then in to see me and the art. Since bringing my16 years as a professional Appeal & Events dog to work, I find people come in to seemanager for national charities. My husband the dog as well!”and I started to buy quite a lot of art whichthen developed into a passion...which in turn Being sociable with customers is some-led to opening the art gallery.” thing Ruth really enjoys but it can have draw- backs. “I have had several clients who have Ruth feels fortunate to have loved her bought a picture as a secret gift for a lovedwork, whatever area it was in. “My art gal- one and once I accidentally ‘let the cat outlery is no exception. I am surrounded on a of the bag’. Not my best moment.”daily basis with beautiful art. My main roleis to source the best artwork for both gal- The collaboration between Ruth andleries so I use a mixture of what I like, along David Smith developed when David and hiswith preferences I know my clients like. I wife became customers of the gallery fromlove introducing new talent like David Smith, the time it opened. “However, it was onlyespecially since I now publish his work...a several months ago that David approachednew venture for me.” me to view his own artwork. I didn’t even know he painted! At first glance, I could see Ruth believes their strength lies in great that his work would sell very well in my gal-enthusiasm, product knowledge and being lery, which we quickly agreed on. But thean independent gallery. “I think we are able conversation quickly evolved into ‘Ok, whyto offer a personal service that is lacking in don’t we publish these and sell limited edi-major corporate galleries. My customers are tions?’not just clients, they are friends.” “In the space of two months we have Limited 2 Art is situated in the beautiful professionally scanned the originals, engaged12th century market town of Bawtry, South the services of a local printer and organisedYorkshire, populated with independent busi- a public showing of the debut collection. This has absolutely convinced me that we24 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk are doing the right thing.” Ruth has found the reaction to the ven- ture overwhelming. “The beauty of David’s work is that anyone who owns a cat, or maybe I should say anyone that is owned by a cat (!) will recognise the expressions on

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE Capturing cats on canvas While viewing the work of another artist, David Smith was encouraged and inspired to create his own collection of paintings A“ s an artist, I accepted my first commission at 14 years of age. first foray into publishing.” I have spent twenty years as The career of an artist can be difficult as well as diverse. “I have been lucky enough a fully fledged professional artist and to work with Disney and ‘The Simpsons’ designer, working on ‘It’s a Cat’s Life...’ for through to computer games, painting wall one year.” murals and a collection of exciting oils in the When gallery owner Ruth Worsman country’s newest wildlife park.” invited David and his wife to a gallery Regardless of theme, all the cats in the opening, a conversation with the exhib- paintings are based on cats David and histhese pictures. I think back to my own cats iting artist about how he got started wife have owned, those of friends or thoseand I definitely had a ‘Pampered’, Tangled’and ‘I’m Just Big Boned!’ struck a chord. “Several in fact. There that simply visited their home. “The black Ruth is naturally a cat lover, having were many parallels between our career and white cat in ‘I’m getting too old forhad over the years three British Blues, aRagdoll and a Black Tipped British Shorthair. paths. A subsequent conversation with this...’ is a perfect example. This chap wel-“However, for my 50th birthday, I got a dog,a Golden Doodle, who is great friends with my wife came to the conclusion that comed us to our first home and spent nearlymy one remaining British Blue, Harvey.” I should attempt to come up with my a year visiting and behaving like one of the Art is still Ruth’s passion and as far as sheis concerned, she can’t see that changing. own collection, sighting the old adage of family. As for ‘Tangled’. the luxuriant tail“I love introducing new art into the gal-lery and I am looking forward to continuing ‘Better to have tried and failed’...” depicted in the painting had a small degreeworking to promote David Smith and helphim become an established artist. As well David’s style is full of humour which of artistic licence. Charlie, our neighbour’sas opening the new gallery at the YorkshireWildlife Park this year, who knows? If the he puts down to studying his subject. “I cat, had an unfortunate accident with aright premises in the right location come up,maybe a third gallery could be in the offing!” think my ability to observe, in this case motor vehicle which left him resembling The limited edition prints of David’s cur- cats, and put those observations down more Manx cat than the fine fellow you seerent collection are only available as a limitededition size of 25, meaning only 25 people onto canvass in both a jovial and engaging before you.”in the UK will own a David Smith print. Allprints are personally numbered and signed manner is really where my strengths lie.” Yet the family don’t currently have anyby David, complete with a certificate ofauthenticity. If required, David will also per- There is incredible attention to detail pets, other than a fish pond. “The gingersonally dedicate the back of the print with a in each one of David’s paintings. “Once tom though, in ‘Hang on in there’, is based•special message, complete with doodle! Orders can be placed via either the wife and kids are away to their on our own huge tom cat, Jasper who onwebsite www.limited2art.com orwww.limited2animals.com or you can respective work and school, music goes regular occasions could get himself into aphone the gallery on 01302 711189.www.facebook.com/Limited2Art on, a pot of coffee gurgles away and the pickle. Sadly no longer with us, it was only thousands of hairs that go into each and right that he was immortalised in my very every cat begin. Some have between first oil collection.” 200 - 300 hairs per square inch.” David did reveal though that he has plans David knew Ruth was the obvious to include a Maine Coon in the family in the choice to confirm the viability of his •near future, adding: “But don’t tell the wife!” own collection. “Little did either of us facebook/theartofdavidsmith expect that this would lead to Ruth’s catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 25

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CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDEBook reviewsGet your Christmas reading started with our selectionof books for the purrrfect Christmas read or buy onefor a friend to make their Christmas special. Nine Lives BRuadrmaretsheeCat By John Hope By Graham South Nine Lives is an enchanting read for any cat loving adult or older This compilation child with a sense of whimsy. Written in a delightful narrative, it tells of charming tales the story of nine cats and their understanding of us, their human gives the reader an servants. The reader is led in the paw prints of Bunni, navigating the insight into Radar’s unnerving realm of humans and the day to day hazards of encoun- life from the time ters with their mysterious objects. he joins Mr & Mrs South. Based on We are educated eloquently in Khat Language and Khat Lore, as true-life occur- Bunni guides her companions on a very special mission under the rences, we hear of auspices of the cat deity, Lord Tabithat - a feline odyssey in the Radar’s mischievous antics and dis- genre of the grand adventure of Watership Down. cover what he likes doing best; from All the cats featured were pets of John and his late wife, Julie - who produced practicing his tree climbing skills tothe charming illustrations - and the story, set in South Africa and in the UK, spans 36 enjoying rides in a wheelbarrow.years. John and Julie have published three successful books with Bantam: ChristmasCarols for Cats; Nursery Rhymes for Cats; and Christmas Crackers for Cats. We soon come to realise that this Nine Lives was originally published in 2010 but has now been revised and is also beautiful Burmese cat is very inde- pendent and does not always do as•available on Kindle: he is told but one thing is certain, he http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nine-Lives-ebook/dp/B00E0GVAEA/ref=sr_1_1? loves life to the full.s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1375094595&sr=1-1&keywords=john+hope+nine+lives The book has been written for chil-The True Story of a Not So Crazy Cat Lady dren and the stories are very endear- ing. They are told in a way that is By Catherine Walker the while trying to shrug off the label of the warm and friendly, with situations that To some, being the crazy cat lady. children will understand and identify with. In fact, Radar stories have been owner of a few cats This book has been written with real road-tested by children at a local mid- earns the title of ‘crazy feeling and Catherine obviously has a true dle school and given the thumbs-up. cat lady’ but to those of understanding of emotions that come with us who share our lives an ended relationship. Ultimately though, the There are also some lovely black with them, we know book is a love story, focussing on new begin- and white illustrations throughout, that the relationship nings and the life style changes that these including a map of Radar’s world. bring. There are troubles along the way, with with our four legged important decisions to to be made and Hardback: 216 x 135mm. £7.99. ISBN: friends runs deeper with every word, the reader feels a bond to than that. •978-1-84624-954-9 •Harriet and hopes for a happy ending. Available from Book Guild This book follows Available in paperback at £6.65 or in a Publishing www.bookguild.co.ukthe tribulations of a young woman called Kindle edition at £2.55, from Amazon.co.ukHarriet, who in one fell swoop finds herself ISBN: 9781502819659 About the authorplummeted from the life of a happy wife to You can also find The True Story of Aa broken hearted divorcee. On a cold wet Not So Crazy Cat Lady on Facebook Graham South lives in a villageday, not long afterwards, she discovers a in East Anglia, not very far fromlitter of abandoned kittens, discarded in a About the author: Cambridge Airport, where for manycardboard box. Relating to their vulnerability, years he flew business, executive andshe decides to take them in and she finds Catherine Walker was born in survey aircraft. He lives with anotherthat caring for them helps to mend her bro- Staffordshire, England. A country girl, she cat now; one that just appeared oneken heart. loves animals and the great outdoors, and day and decided the house and occu- currently lives in Southern France. The True pant appeared acceptable, and moved As she moves on with her life, she meets Story of a Not So Crazy Cat Lady was short in!the man who seems to be the answer to all listed in the Amazon Breakthrough Novelher problems but finds herself locked in a Award 2014. catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 29love triangle between boy, girl and cat, all

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Purrs CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE In Our Hearts Sh pwww.purrsinourhearts.co.uk/shop by John & Julie Hope Playing with your cat regularly can help with: MEET BUNNI, a feisty cat matriarch, • Weight Loss who guides her human staff to • Use up energy to prevent destructive behaviour rescue an assortment of strays. • Defuse tensions • Overcome negative associations DISCOVER traditions, religion and • Increase confidence language through the eyes of the • Calm anxiousness cats, as Bunni leads us through • Strengthen bonds their lives and hilarious adventures. • Reduce the need to kill live prey A GREAT, LIGHT READ and SUPER Highly recommended by behaviourists is the shing rod style toy. ** NOW ON KINDLE ** XMAS GIFT for WHIMSICAL CAT LOVERS aged 10 or more!! Two of the best are the Flying Fenzy and Da Bird Interactive cat toys. Stocking the very best cat toys worldwide that cats go absolutely purrrcrazzy over! Limited 2 Art offers limited edition prints, sculptures and original artwork by the country’s leading artists. Introducing David Smith with his quirky and comic collection ‘It’s a Cat’s Life’. Originals and limited edition prints personally signed by David with a personal dedication if required for that special gift. Beautiful Art for Beautiful Homes www.limited2art.comLimited 2 Art | 12 The Courtyard | Bawtry | Doncaster | DN10 6JG | Tel: (01302) 711189 | Email: [email protected] catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 31

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE Three delightful stories by Heather CookBooks raise funds for holistic cat rescue Morley Cat rescue was formed four years ago to deal with Evie’s Diary the rising number of stray street cats and semi ferals that the other cat charities in the area could not seem to cope Evie’s Diary is an entertain- with. But they are a charity with a difference as the found- ing look at life from the eyes er, Morwenna Holman, has done a degree course in holis- of a rescue cat with attitude. tic medicines and pet nutrition and the Rescue wanted to apply this healthy slant to the cats in their care. There are kind cats, friendly “After four years we have proved that a raw, healthy cats, even hero cats and then diet not only results in fantastic condition and health there are cats like Evie, who for the cats in our charity but the vet bills are practically consider themselves infinitely diminished. We feed raw frozen meat, thawing it and superior to the human race. feeding immediately so that the cats have the nearest diet to that which they would consume in the wild. To Adopted by a human make up any shortfall we use a product called Pet Plus involved in rescuing unwant- which is practically given to us by the wonderful raw diet ed cats, Evie finds herself liv-expert Suzy McIntyre and this boosts the health of a lot of our cats who have ing with a weird array of felines including Benjaminto live on the streets and in people’s gardens due to the fact that we do not Wobble, a porky ginger boy with mobility problems;have the money or the land to build a cattery.” Bella, a Persian resembling a hairy beetroot and the ancient, fur-covered coathanger, Bonnie Bun-Bun. This is where the books came in, as author Morwenna J. Holman has been Evie has harsh things to say about these creepy catsa spirit writer since the age of 18, when she first communed with the spirit of that suck up to the humans in return for goodiesEmily Bronte for her book ‘Westerdale’. It remained unpublished for several and cuddles, but has a grudging admiration for theyears, for a variety of reasons, but an idea was formed when Morwenna set wild cats that rampage around the garden.up the Rescue. Evie delights in tormenting the numerous waifs “We put the book to print in order to raise funds for a mobile home and and strays. Occasionally, she is impressed by thesome land which we hope will provide shelter for the growing number of cats appalling behaviour of these temporary residents,in our care that live wild. Now we are about to publish our fourth book and such as Frank, the blue-eyed vandal that imprisonswill continue until we have sufficient funds to house our stray cats and keep the Earth Mother in the garage, and Griselda, thethem until loving homes can be found for them. We NEVER put a cat down gorgeous girl that specialises in remodelling people’sunless the situation is hopeless and have kept FIV and FEL cats alive for many faces.months and years. Evie recounts their adventures with sulky con- We visit the cats on sites, night and morning, with food and water and tempt, which makes for an interesting and amusingare slowly getting temporary shelters such as kennels for them as the coldweather comes in. Although one of the only holistic shelters in the country, •account of life viewed through her eyes.we do use conventional treatment if we have to but many of the cats are Available from Amazon ortreated holistically with supplements such as aloe vera for coat and digestive www.troubador.co.ukproblems and chlorella for poor condition and appetite. Paws for Thought As well as Morley Cat Rescue, we wanted to help the wonderful TorreArgentine Cat Rescue at AISPA as my late father supported their work, being Paws for Thought by Heather Cook explores thean Italian. This rescue is very much overlooked as the people there are totally hijinks of Stumpy Malone, a little black cat borndevoted to the cause and the charity is set in the Roman ruins, with many without hind pawscats being cared for there (see website www.aispa.org.uk for more details).So we decided to halve the royalties between ourselves and this wonderful Stumpy Malone doesn’t think of himself asrescue. disabled and often wonders why other cats have those funny, blobby things on the end of their back The tiny kitten in the photo is Cass - a dear little soul whose mother was legs. He takes a robust view of life - a life he sharesabandoned and left to starve despite being pregnant. Sadly she lost most with two extremely challenged humans, the Earthof her kittens but we sat up with little Cass for three weeks and pulled him Mother (EM) and Poor Roger (PR), along with a castthrough! Cilla, his mum, is now gaining strength of felines. There is the lumpy ginger boy, Benjamintoo as she profits from good food and care. This Wobble, who has mobility problems and a tenden-is just one of the many many cats we are caringfor - some 49 at present.” cy to be over-friendly. Miss Elizabeth has heart prob-The books lems but reminds every- one of her ‘Head Monitor’ Westerdale, its sequel Heaton and a further status at every opportu-book, Rainharrow, all deal with human strug- nity. Then there’s Whizzygles and dramas, love and treachery, life and who lost a leg in a trafficadventure, set against a back drop of the plantsand animals of the countryside, all beautifully accident, and many oth-described by Morwenna. ers, none of whom could be described as ‘normal’. All three titles are available through Amazonand retail for around £5 - £8, with all royalties Stumpy has angoing to aid the cats at Morley Cat Rescue. insatiable appetite for32 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

life and gets into a number of scrapes, driving the CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDEhumans mad with worry. When they aren’t wor-rying about Bonni Bun-Bun’s dementia and cats Purring Angelssabotaging telephones and computers, EM and PRare frequently searching for Stumpy, who proves ‘the book for cat-lovers’that two paws are all a cat needs to cause a lot of By Marguerite Vlielandertrouble... Cats are wonderful. We can learn so “I was inspired by Stumpy Malone’s indomitable much from them.spirit. He was a tiny black kitten, born without hindpaws, who was rescued in the nick of time from a In the first part of ‘Purring Angels’garden along with his half-starved mother and sib- you will read all about Marguerite’sling. I’ve always found cats rewarding and amusing seven kitties: Daimke and Catje, whoanimals and Stumpy Malone just demanded to be have had such a difficult start in theirwritten about,” said Heather, on the motivation for lives; Chummy, her golden eyed Britishwriting her book. Gentleman; Puddie, the eldest, who writes beautiful letters with much Published in October 2013, Paws for Thought is wisdom to his pen friends; Donsje, thepriced at £7.99 sweetest cat on earth, who becomes a real film star; Mickje who wasFrom Sidcup with Purrs thrown over the gate, thin and injured, who learned how it is to be loved; Tommeke, her ‘wild’ Belgian Forest Cat who joins Marguerite later This is another wonderful and loves her with all his heart and Luckje who stayed only for a year.book by Heather Cook andfollows the adventures of a Marguerite tells us about stray cats and the good work the peoplenew rescue cat and her life who take care of them do. Just read what happened to Ophelia. Thereat Tresta Towers. are also wonderful poems and stories throughout the book - the ones about the Rainbow Bridge give so much comfort. The story centres aroundTiny, a small abandoned In the second part of the book, Marguerite talks about her own battlecat who has had to fend with anorexia and how her animals saved her by urging her to fight andfor herself from the very eat. The next chapters deal with the upbringing of cats and include manybeginning. Born brain dam- interesting facts about them.aged, deaf and with a slighthead–tilt, you would think that About the authorlife had dealt her enough blows but combine all thiswith an unhappy first home leading to her being Marguerite had a lovely youth on a manor of 1800 hectares, where herabandoned on the streets and you are left wonder- father was the steward. She loved working on the land, took long walksing ‘what next?’. with the dogs along the river, went horse riding, swimming, etc. She was a very happy child, surrounded by animal friends, always in close and You will not be surprised to hear that Tiny special contact with them. They were her most important teachers. Theyknows no fear, which makes her a danger to her- taught her the real meaning of friendship, unconditional love, loyalty andself and others but by a pure twist of fate, she the real value of life! Their love is Love with a capital ‘L’.comes to live at Tresta Towers. With the help ofthe Earth Mother, Poor Roger and the rest of the Her dearest wish was to have a cat. This dream materialised whenSpecial Needs felines, her extraordinary talents are Puddie came into her life. Puddie, her beautiful king-cat! He was the firstrevealed. of her eight cats, the co-authors of Purring Angels. Luckje and Donsje soon followed. Then came Mickje, sick and starving, who was thrown Tiny is such a character, with a huge personality over the fence into the garden. Chummeke, Daimke, Catje and Tommekeand her triumphs are proof that a tough start in life followed later.and disabilities can’t hold back a brave cat with aworld to conquer. Marguerite has had 30 years of anorexia and was saved by the uncon- ditional love of her angel animals: “Not all angels have wings”. Now she The book is written from Tiny’s perspective but dedicates her life to helping cats in distress. She writes about them, givesis based on true life experiences. information about them, advises people how to keep their kitties happy and promotes spaying and neutering, one of the most important things Laughter and love are constant features in this to prevent unhappy cats.heart warming tale and we also hear again of Evieand Stumpy, from Heather’s first two books. This is It is her profound wish that her book may helpa humorous work of adult fiction that will appeal to cats by informing people. Part of the proceedsfeline lovers everywhere. from Purring Angels will go to help kittens in dis- tress.About the author: 33 Heather Cook fostered unwanted cats and kit-tens for Woking Branch of Cats Protection for near-ly 30 years and has found new homes for thousandsof waifs and strays. She was honoured to be chosenas the charity’s Volunteer of the Year in 2011.

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE Simon Ships Out By Jacky DonovanMeow How a stowaway helped brush each other then… How odd. the Royal Navy And so I creep over to the man. He patsA book of happiness for cat lovers.By Anouska Jones When Simon, a mischievous young cat, is his knee. I look over at Lilette again and then smuggled aboard HMS Amethyst, his simple jump up on him. This book contains a delightful col- life amidst the streets of Hong Kong is trans-lection of quotes and observations formed into an adventure fit for heroes. He brushes my back and belly.that capture the essence of life where Sometimes, he has to brush quite hard andthere is a feline presence. Cats have a Based on a true story, Simon Ships Out pull. ‘You’ve got a few clumps in here,’ heway of walking into our lives and mak- follows the bizarre life of a heroic puss who says. ‘Have you fallen in the sea?’ I can seeing themselves at home, and this book went from a stowaway street cat to the hero some of my hairs in the brush. I hope heis a collection of quotes that all cat of the Royal Navy when his ship was cap- doesn’t brush me away completely.lovers will treasure. tured by Chinese Communists in the famous Yangtze Incident of 1949. He gives my head a little brush and I Some are philosophical and some can feel all my fur spring up. I think I preferare light-hearted, all are memorable. For 101 days the brave sailors were under cleaning myself to be honest but I want toThere are even some famous quotes siege, desperate for home and fighting to look brave in front of Lilette.from the likes of Mark Twain, Jean survive against heavy gunfire and dwindlingCocteau and Ernest Hemingway. rations. Then came their biggest battle – rats. ‘There you go,’ the man says after a while and puts the brush down. ‘Looks like you’ve The book is available in hardback They needed a miracle – so Simon licked been in the wars a little, but you’re all ship-and has some stunningly beautiful his gunshot wounds and risked all his nine shape now.’photography. lives to help the sailors survive a daring escape. I might not know what the wars are, but I Presented in a high quality-gift know I am not the shape of a ship.format, this book will make the ideal His service to his country made SimonChristmas Gift for all cat lovers every- the world’s first celebrity cat and the only About Jacky:where. puss to ever receive the treasured PDSA Dickin Medal – 65 years ago, in November. She might not have nine lives but author The Cat World team loved this Jacky Donovan does have a few. Havingbook; the photographs are wonderful, Now in an extraordinary reimagining, become bored with being a ‘Stepford’capturing cats in situations and posi- Simon Ships Out tells the remarkable tale, or housewife in Southampton, Jacky packedtions that only a cat owner will under- should that be tail, from Simon’s side for the her bags and headed to London just over astand and identify with. The quotes first time, giving cat lovers a fun and charming decade ago. She’s now an established authorvary in style; some are funny and made and, more importantly, mad about cats.us smile, others made us nod with •cat’s eye view of the Navy’s little fluffy hero.agreement and empathy. Definitely a Simon Ships Out: A heroic cat at sea -‘must have’ for any cat lover. based on a true story. Price: £7.99 paperback, £2.99 ebook•£12.95 hardback. ISBN: 978 1 921966576 www.exislepublishing.co.uk (Lilette is a female cat and Peggy is the ship’s dog.)About the author: ‘What about you?’ the man says to me. Anouska Jones is a cat-loving book ‘Do you want to have a nice brush too?’editor, who has worked in publishingfor over twenty years. She compiled I stand there and stare at him. I don’tthe quotes from a range of sources, really want to go over.while her own cat kept close watchfrom her vantage point on Anouska’s Lilette stares at me. ‘Go on,’ she nods.desk. ‘Haven’t you ever been brushed before?’ No, I haven’t. I like to clean myself. I don’t know if I would like a human to do it for me. Do humans clean each other, I wonder. The woman looks down at me and smiles. ‘It does feel marvellous.’ Perhaps humans do Fabulous competition prize: Your cat’s story in print Tales of bravery Is your cat a hero? Does he or she have a tale of adventure and bravery? Jacky is offering one lucky reader the chance to have their cat’s heroic story writ- ten up by her, from the cat’s point of view, for the winning reader to keep. So get putting pen to paper (or should we say fingers to keypad!) and send us a brief summary of your cat’s own brave deed. Entries can be submitted by email to [email protected] or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Cat-World- Magazine Deadline for receiving entries is 31st January 2015.34 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

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CHRISTMAS ANDwinter safetyWe all look forward to some festive fun at this time ofyear. A few quick checks can make sure that your petshave fun too and are kept safe from hidden dangersSonja K SteinerW hilst most of us look forward these are all toxic to cats, it is cat or your cat could chew and swallow to the festive season filled advisable keep them well out of these fragile objects, so not only can with fun, laughter and their reach. these broken pieces have sharp edgespresents, for cats it can be a time of that may lacerate your pets mouth, throatanxiety and hazards, so how can we Inquisitive cats will be intrigued and intestines, they could also create aprepare to enjoy this time and cause by the decorations on your Christmas choking hazard. If possible, try and placethe least amount of stress to our feline tree. Whilst ribbon and tinsel themselves them higher up on the tree.friends? are not toxic, it is very attractive to cats; the shiny dangling decoration reflects Remove your Christmas wrapping Most types of Christmas tree only light and can move with the slightest paper and any toys from the floor tohave a low level of toxicity but if chewed, draft which is very appealing to playful avoid your cat chewing or swallowingneedles may cause gastrointestinal upset kitties. If they were to be eaten, it could them!(vomiting or diarrhoea) or even intestinal cause choking or if it twists and bunchesperforation. Ideally choose a tree with inside them, causing an intestinal Ingestion of batteries is more common‘non drop’ needles, vacuum regularly obstruction, it would require immediate at this time of year and although moreand water the tree to prevent it drying veterinary attention otherwise it could prevalent in dogs, they have been foundout which will minimise needle drop; be fatal. in cats too. If the battery is chewed andyou should avoid leaving your cat unsu- pierced it can cause chemical burns andpervised in the room where your tree A cat was brought into see Mark heavy metal poisoning and if swallowedis. Artificial snow is best avoided if you Buxton at Vets4Pets. The owner had seen whole it is possible they will cause anhave cats as that is also toxic. him playing with ribbon and noticed obstruction. it was shredded, with chunks missing. If you have a destructive or very Over the next few hours, the cat became All batteries are potentially toxic so ifinquisitive cat or kitten that is prone lethargic, was not eating or drinking and you suspect your cat has chewed or swal-to chewing, then be extra careful if you was trying to vomit. He was immedi- lowed a battery speak to your veterinaryhave Christmas lights. Check your lights ately admitted to the vets where an x-ray surgeon. Some camera and watch batter-for signs of fraying or chewing before revealed that the ribbon had bunched up, ies are particularly small.putting them up. Your cat could get causing an obstruction. The ribbon wasan electrical shock if they try to chew successfully removed and the cat went Party time!through the electric cable and this could onto make a full recovery.cause tongue lacerations and possible Cats like nothing moredeath. Baubles (especially glass ones) than peace, quiet and and paper ornaments on the tree are routine so it is It is best to place candles in a more another play thing for a cat. worth consider-difficult to reach area so your cat can- However these can be ing that loudnot access them. Not only could your cat easily knocked off the noises such asburn themselves but they could knock tree which may causethem over creating a fire hazard and may them to smash andleave a trail of hot wax that will easily shatter on the floorburn the pads of the paws. Don’t leave a potentially caus-burning candle unsupervised. ing an injury to your Whilst cats will rarely eat poisonousplants such as festive berries, holly, lil-ies, mistletoe and poinsettia due to thembeing unpalatable, if they brush pastthem there is a chance that the cat couldlick their coat, ingesting some and since36 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

FOODS TO AVOID Christmas crackers, party poppers, bal- oughly to remove any residue. loons and champagne bottles could cause When it is cold, cats can look for Food can be another hazard for upset to your cat and reason for themyour feline friend; here is a list of to panic. When exposed to unexpected shelter in sheds, garages and outbuildingsfoods to avoid. noises, cats try to escape, mostly by run- so keep the doors either firmly shut or ning away or hiding. If you are having a wedged open, so that cats do not becomeSweet: party with a few visitors, then make sure trapped. More cats tend to go missing you have a quiet room in the house or in the winter months; many lose their• Chocolate toxicity is the most com- places where your cat can hide and will bearings, so if your cat is not yet micro- feel safe and secure. If your cat is particu- chipped it is definitely worth consideringmon problem seen during the festive larly nervous, then it may be worth con- and if your cat is already micro-chippedperiod. It is highly toxic as it contains sidering using a product that replicates and your details such as address or phonea substance called theobromine. It is their own natural pheromones and helps number have changed then contact thepresent in all chocolate and the higher induce a calming effect. company they are registered with to getthe cocoa content, the more toxic them updated. If your cat goes missingthe chocolate, so dark chocolate is Outdoors and is found, you can be reunited muchthe worst. Cats who ingest choco- quicker.late can suffer from heart problems, One of the other hazards to considermuscle tremors or seizures. If you during the cold winter months is anti- In the winter try to let your cat out-have wrapped up presents by the tree freeze as ingestion is very dangerous and side when temperatures are warmer andwhich contain chocolate, it is advis- life threatening. Please keep antifreeze avoid the peak hour traffic levels. Checkable to keep them out of the way of out of the reach of your cat. Some cats your cat flap on a regular basis to ensureyour cat. crawl under wheel arches or climb into it has not frozen over or become blocked vehicle engines for warmth whilst out on by snow. Try to keep your cat in during• Two weeks ago a cat was brought their travels. the dark hours when there is a greater risk of cats being involved in road trafficinto Mark at Vets4Pets as it had eaten If you leave your car on the drive and accidents, theft and physical attacks.chocolate cake! It was given a drug to it is a cold, frosty or snowy morning weinduce vomiting and monitored for would automatically reach for the de-icer A lot more people are setting off fire-several hours afterwards and fortu- so just as a precautionary measure, it is works on New Years Eve so it is best tonately made a full recovery. worth being vigilant and checking under try and keep your cat inside and where the bonnet of your vehicle. Tap on the they feel safe and secure and to minimise• Grapes and raisins are found in many bonnet, just to make sure a cat has not their stress levels. made their way underneath, before youfestive foods such as Christmas cake, spray the de-icer on. Always consider taking out an insur-pudding and mince pies and can cause ance policy for your cat, they are defi-kidney failure. Cats would be drawn to the sweet nitely worth the peace of mind. taste and the palatability of anti-freeze.Savoury: Even a very small quantity can cause If your cat is on regular medication serious kidney damage and be fatal. or prescription food make sure you have• Onion and garlic can all be toxic to Unfortunately, the longer the delay enough to get you through the festive between the ingestion and the start of season.cats as they contain compounds which treatment, the less favourable the out-destroy red blood cells. come. Prevention as they say is better than cure and as long as cat owners are aware• Nuts are poisonous to many pets Try to avoid salt and chemical melting of the hazards you can prevent your products on your driveway as these can feline friend from coming to harm soincluding cats and their consumption be toxic to cats and harmful to the paws. you can all enjoy the festive and wintershould be avoided. Blue cheese is If the cat cleans themselves they could period.another food not to give your cat. ingest the products so if your cat has been outside, wipe your cat’s paws thor- Sonja, Willow & Suki would like• Giving your cat some of your to wish all Cat World readers, human and feline friends alike a very HappyChristmas dinner can also cause prob- Christmas!lems. Cats have quite sensitive diges-tive systems and don’t tend to copewell with sudden changes. They arenot used to eating rich and high fatfoods and are very sensitive to salt; asa result they can suffer from indiges-tion and in some cases vomiting anddiarrhoea.• It is best not to encourage them toeat leftover human food or treats. Ifyou want to make your cat feel partof the festive spirit, there are specialcat treats available but these shouldonly be given in moderation.• Be wary if you are having turkey asthe bones can cause choking, constipa-tion or damage to your cat’s intestines.• If you are at all concerned that yourfeline friend has eaten any of theabove foods then seek immediate vet-erinary advice. catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 37

LinIOtNo AURKK RcOinAeRmS asL ion Ark, the multi-award ditional documentary, feel-good movie and both appear in the film. Bob winning film which charts the Lion Ark charts one of the world’s most Barker’s support enabled the rescue team dramatic rescue and relocation ambitious and daring animal rescues, as to empty Bolivia of its suffering circusof 25 lions from circuses in Bolivia by a team from Britain’s Animal Defenders animals and build new homes for themthe organisation Animal Defenders International (ADI) swoops on eight in the US.International is set to land in cinemas illegal circuses spread across Bolivia fol-across the UK during November and lowing a ban. A similarly ambitious rescue operationDecember. Cinemagoers will be among – Spirit of Freedom – is now underwaythe first to see what has been touted Lion Ark Director Tim Phillips said: in Peru, where ADI is once again assist-by critics as the ‘feel good movie of the “We wanted lion Ark to entertain and ing authorities to enforce an animal cir-year’ and rescue team leaders, Lion Ark inspire but also to have audiences laugh- cus ban, having successfully secured theDirector Tim Phillips and Producer Jan ing - this is not your traditional docu- legislation. ADI currently has 22 lionsCreamer are visiting the UK too. mentary - it’s a rollercoaster ride which and 11 primates in its care, and audi- will have you cheering for the lions as ences will hear the very latest news. More action adventure style than tra- the rescuers defy the odds to bring them to freedom.” • Lion Ark has recently been signed A smash hit on the international film into distribution for television and festival circuit, winning six awards, Lion DVD but if you can’t wait for that, the Ark is told through live action inter- remaining dates when you can see the views, in the moment, as events unfold. film are: Bristol (Nov 28); Guildford This is up close and personal, in the (Dec 1); London – West End Gala thick of the action; you are as close as Screening (6 Dec); Colchester (Dec 9); you can get to these animals and to New Brighton, Merseyside (Dec 11); understanding their life in the circus Brixton (Dec 15); Southampton (Dec 17). and feel the fear and joy of the rescuers as they journey through their incredible mission.  The Lion Ark rescue mission was backed by Emmy award-winning US TV ‘Price is Right’ game show host Bob Barker and CSI actress Jorja Fox (‘Sara Sidle’), whose company Seafox Productions is an Associate Producer • Go to www.lionarkthemovie.com/ screenings for tickets and screening details.38 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

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CchAaTnSgAiNngDsTeHaEsonsLorraine Schofield has noticed a definite change winter should food supplies be lean. Ifin her feline companions as the colder weather he was a feral cat, it would be highlystarts to arrive likely that food might be scarce during winter and as such, eating more in theL ike many people, I find that as know that I myself often feel hungrier autumn is a survival tactic. However autumn arrives and the days during colder weather and it seems that as cosseted domestic cat, Tibbles is become darker and colder, my Tibbles is just the same. unlikely to face a scarcity of food anddaily routine alters accordingly so that certainly not judging by my weeklyI spend less time outdoors and more However, before I regale Tibbles for expenditure on cat food!time in the warmth of the indoors. his gluttony, according to scientists, aThis is also the case for my three cat’s desire for extra food in winter is Nonetheless, having a biologicalcats Tibbles, Toby and Mia. Gone entirely normal and can be explained explanation for his apparent gluttonyare hours of basking in the sunshine by the hormonal changes that are tak- certainly helps me to make sense of(Toby’s favourite pastime) or pouncing ing place within its body in response to his behaviour and demonstrates thatand hunting in the field in front of the changes in light and temperature we should be aware of how the seasonsmy house and instead, all three of my that autumn brings. Thus although feral affect our cats. Indeed, animal expertscats are now seeking the warmth and cats are more affected by the change state that in order to avoid the problemcomfort of the indoors, characterised by in seasons due to their living outdoors, of feline obesity we should perhaps feedendless naps in cosy places. domestic cats are also affected by the our cats less in the summer months to seasons although admittedly to a lesser compensate for this increased autumn Therefore cats, just like ourselves, extent. appetite.are not immune to the changes that theseasons bring and there have definitely In Tibbles’ defence, rather than Undoubtedly my feline family arebeen noticeable changes in their collec- regarding his behaviour as greedy, from now spending much more time indoorstive behaviour. Tibbles, my senior puss, a biological perspective he is actually and their desire for warmth has ledhas undoubtedly been sleeping more only eating extra food in order to store to all sorts of changes in where theyand I have to say, also eating more, as fat that will not only keep him warm sleep, as the cosier a spot the better. Forhis appetite is currently insatiable! I during the winter months but would Tibbles this means that every evening, also mean that he could survive the after he has eaten, he struts imperi- ously over to the gas fire in my front room and gives me a pointed stare until40 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

I switch it on. Following this, Tibbles SureFlap® launches its SureFeed®will bask in its warmth all evening and MICROCHIP PET FEEDERloves to stretch out, often with all fourof his paws in the air which makes both Does your dog steal your cat’s food, are your cats onan amusing and heart warming sight, di erent diets or do you wish you could keep your pet’sdespite my hefty gas bills! food fresher for longer and your house free of smells? Toby meanwhile has been in competi- I f the answer is yes, then look no further than the innovative new SureFeed®tion with Mia for the fur lined beds that Microchip Pet Feeder, the first product in the ground-breaking new petI recently purchased but Mia appears feeder range from the award-winning microchip-operated pet productto be commandeering both so that specialist, SureFlap®.now Toby will not use either if they arevacant. Thus instead, Toby has found Activated when the pet feeder identifies an authorised pet by its microchip orthat my lap top is a nice cosy spot and RFID collar tag, the SureFeed Microchip Pet Feeder will slide open automaticallytakes every opportunity when my back when approached and close when the pet has finished feeding.is turned to jump on it and enjoy itswarmth. Not only has he mixed up some The feeder will ensure that pets eat from their own bowl, making it ideal forof the settings on my computer but he pets on special diets and those that are on medication or on a weight manage-also becomes very grumpy each time I ment programme. It will also stop other pets from stealing food. Indeed, the sideremove him from it and close the lid! guards and the folding lid create a barrier around the bowl when the feeder is open to shield food from other pets when it is eating. The eye-catching SureFeed Spending more time indoors has also bowl is available in four colours and features a unique integrated seal to help keepexacerbated the feline tension problems food fresher for longer and the house free of smells, flies and insects. The feederwithin my home because although I have is easy to clean and the mat and lid can be removed and washed.had Mia for above two months, she isstill a most hesitant cat and most cer- “The SureFeed Microchip Pet Feeder provides owners with the versatilitytainly displays a certain distaste for Toby. to feed their pets whatever their requirements, from those on special diets toIndeed, during the past couple of weeks, animals in multi-pet households that have their food stolen,” said Dr Nick Hill,the fur has literally been flying in my founder and managing director at SureFlap. “The new SureFeedhome and I have been woken on several Microchip Pet Feeder is the first in a range of innovativeoccasions by their little night time spats. pet feeders from SureFlap with additional productsFortunately, Mia and Tibbles seem to get in the pipeline.”along fine although Mia still reserves theoccasional hiss for Tibbles’ benefit! • For further information on the SureFeed I am hoping that this winter turns Microchip Pet Feeder or the company’sout to be as mild as last year’s because microchip operated pet products,otherwise I can see myself frequently including its innovative SureFlap microchipbeing awoken by spats as Mia and Toby pet doors, please visit www.sureflap.comseek night time sanctuary indoors. The phone 01954 211664 orchanging seasons have definitely altered email [email protected] cats’ behaviour and routines but Ihave to say that despite the tensions, I catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 41am enjoying having them inside more,especially when Tibbles snuggles downwith me on the sofa for our nightly cud-dle or Toby makes the occasional appear-ance on my lap. Mia is still definitely awork in progress but I am optimistic of athaw very soon!

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stress-frTeeHCE AhrBisCtmOaFsAFollow our handy tips to the letter and avoid the uneccessaryhassle that can spoil this happy time of yearAis for Attention. Less attention is service but arrangements may differ from unable to stop as quickly as usual may often paid to household pets at usual to account for members of staff pose an increased hazard. The salt/gritChristmas and New Year, simply because taking time off and public holidays. applied to roads and pavements willthere are so many other things crying certainly irritate paws in particular.out for it. This is a hectic time of year Fis for Fireworks and crackers whichin many ways, but our feline friends may cause cats to run off in fright. If Jis for Just the two of you. Try tostill need us and, as is now generally you know your cat does not like crackers, spend some calm time with your cataccepted, simply stroking a pet, if they then either ban them from your house or over such a hectic period. You will bothare happy for you to, can relieve some ensure your cat is not within earshot. Be appreciate it.of that stress which builds up in both aware of any plans for fireworks displaysspecies. in your neighbourhood so that you can Kis for Kennels/catteries which often be sure to keep your cat in from late are very busy at this time so youBis for Bones; more specifically those afternoon onwards, with a litter tray. The will have to plan ahead if you want to associated with the roast dinner. Cats safest precaution is, again, to keep your board your cat over the festive period.may steal the carcass after carving, whilst cat in during the hours of darkness over Some catteries have regular Christmasthe family tuck in, because it is very the festive period. bookings from year to year.tempting if left sat on a work-top. Thebones from turkey and other poultry will Gis for Guests and visitors, meaning Lis for Lights and in particular thebe easy for cats to eat but do splinter and that your cat may not like strange flashing strands of lights which maycan cause vets no end of problems, from people visiting the house and not encourage a cat to climb up to investigatethe mouth through to the rear end, so to everyone likes cats! Providing a bolt- at closer range, which is not a good thingspeak. Best avoided! hole for your cat, with a litter tray, is the if they are hung on a Christmas tree, for best course of action. If your cat is really example. Additionally, and stating theCis for Candles, which should never upset by visitors then you might want to obvious, live electricity from the mains be left unattended and especially if consider putting it in a cattery. It may supply is involved.your cat is in the room. The flickering seem a shame, because they are part offlame may attract your cat’s attention and the family, but might be the kindest Mis for Medicines. Do check thatshe may wave a paw at it, at least burning course of action for an individual cat. you have sufficient supplies of anyherself and potentially knocking over the regular medications to hand to see youcandle with alarming consequences. His for Holidays and the change in well into January, because running out routine for everyone, with children of an anti-epileptic drug, for example,Dis for Dark mornings and evenings. home from school and increasingly on Christmas Day is not advisable. By Owners should try to keep their excited about Christmas, and adults the same token, do make sure you havecats in overnight once they have come taking time off work. Traffic flow can plenty of prescription diets and alsoin for tea because the long hours of vary and be less busy in the mornings regular cat foods.darkness increase the chances of a cat but heavier mid-morning and afternoonbeing hit by a car. Reflective collars are as people go out to shop etc. This can Nis for Needles, in this case the typevery effective but do ensure they are confuse the road-aware cat and vets do of needle shed by the real fir treesafety collars and correctly fitted to avoid seem to see a peak in road casualties in which suddenly appears in the sittingany nasty injuries from catching a leg or December. room. They can catch in the fur of long-lower jaw in the collar. haired cats and at worse work their way Iis for Ice which can catch out the into the paws between the digits (toes)Eis for Emergency service – make nimblest of cats as they run along and cause all sorts of problems. Simply sure you know how to contact your the tops of fences and walls, for licking in an attempt to remove pineveterinary practice in an emergency over example, resulting in injuries. Also, needles from the fur could result in athe festive period. There will be a 24/7 cars misjudging icy conditions or being nasty skin infection.44 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

Ois for Oh, I have eaten too much! no longer be supplied with the black entry signed by a veterinary surgeon. Cats can eat too much as well as plastic bags because they were a realhumans can and especially if treated to danger to cats, like ribbon (see P). Wis for Water. As well as ensuringtheir own Christmas lunch. It is not a water bowls in the house are keptgood idea to change the diet at any time Sis for Santa Claus and his Sleigh topped up and fresh, outdoor sourcesof the year, let alone over Christmas, pulled by reindeer which might should also be remembered. This isbecause many cats will develop gastro- frighten your cat as they fly through the especially important if your cat relies onenteritis. sky. On a more serious note, Snow is a them – just as a dry spell in the summer possibility and certainly temperatures may reduce water availability outside, soPis for Presents which may be below zero degrees Centigrade. can a dry winter and, obviously, subzero wrapped in sparkly paper with temperatures. You may well not knowribbons. If a cat starts swallowing ribbon, Tis for Tree, Tinsel and other where your cat drinks, in which case allit is not possible to stop until the end decorations which appear in the you can do is to ensure there is a sourceis reached, unless it breaks beforehand. house and can be enough to spook a cat of fresh, unfrozen water in the garden,That length of ribbon may pass out of or at least to encourage climbing and which will also please the birds.the stomach into the intestines where it entanglement. Don’t allow your cat themay cause them to concertina, requiring opportunity to chew tinsel as it may lead Xis for eXcitement. If you have youngsurgical intervention. Sparkly paper to urgent veterinary treatment. children in the house during thismay entice a cat to investigate further, time, try to provide a room where yourto reveal a present which may not be a Uis for Upset in routine: mealtimes cat can be left in peace and quiet, withsuitable toy for a cat. Keep such packages may change if different work food, water and litter tray. Advise adultswell out of reach. patterns are being followed, for example. not to use the room while the cat is in Cats are creatures of habit and do not there too.Qis for the Queen’s Speech and like change. Quidditch – both are sure to be on Yis for Yuletide cheer and Year’s EndTV! Vis for Vaccinations – if you are together with resolutions for the intending to put your cat in a New Year. Happy New Year to you all,Ris for Rubbish which is often not cattery over Christmas, do check on four and two-legged! collected on Bank Holidays and can the vaccination policy at the cattery inbe delayed for as much as three weeks! If good time so that you can fulfil their Zis for zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzyou have to store full rubbish bags, please requirements. You will need to show your zz zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz Eitherensure they are in a secure location. At cat’s vaccination certificate which records post-Christmas dinner or once all theleast those thin yellow plastic ties should your cat’s vaccination history, with each visitors have finally gone home! catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 45

MaakeSfnrioenwdsshwoeithDevote some time to this playful, energetic The personalityand affectionate breed and be rewardedwith a wonderful companion The Snowshoe has a personality formed by the mix of both ancestors. AnI f you are lucky enough to live with a terning was fairly inconsistent and many aloofness from the Siamese is tempered Snowshoe then you will know who breeders were discouraged. Slowly, inter- with the ‘normality’ of a domestic cat, is boss and that the Snowshoe is, in est in these beautiful cats was rekindled although no two Snowshoes are everfact, the owner of the human. Give one and the breeding programme in the UK alike. Some can be a little bossy, othersof these affectionate cats your un-divided was started in 1986. Much is being done can be quite shy. While they are usuallyattention and you will earn their lifelong to produce new bloodlines, eliminating comfortable with other cats, some preferfriendship. health issues and faults caused by too to have your complete attention all to much inbreeding and there are now more themselves. Most are quite happy to beThe origins colours than before. around children. The playful Snowshoe originates from With a soft, melodic voice that willPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania. In the 1960s, talk back to you, this breed often knowsestablished breeder Dorothy Hinds- what you are going to do before you do itDaughtery found three kittens, each withfour white feet, in a litter of Siamese.The combination of these feet with thepointed colours was very appealing andshe decided to develop the breed. Kittenswere bred to a domestic AmericanShorthair cat with tuxedo markings andeventually the desirable white facial ‘V’was developed. However, following a lot of initialinterest in the new breed, the white pat-46 december 2014 catworld.co.uk

and while they like to be near you, they BREEDprefer to be the leader rather than follow PROFILElike a dog. In fact they will adopt yourather than the other way around and tobe ‘owned’ by a Snowshoe is somethingyou can only appreciate by experience. They are an inquisitive and active catand will entertain you for hours, quicklybecoming an affectionate companion.They love to play and will soon learnhow to fetch toys and even turn on lightswitches. Climbing frames (the tallerthe better), tunnels and fishing rod toysare all great favourites for this energeticbreed.Features in size and oval, tapering to the toes. also be white. The tail is fairly thick at the base, A shorthair cat, the Snowshoe should Preferred pattern - As above but with anot be confused with a Birman or tapering towards the tip and must be perfect white ‘V’ on the face which runsRagdoll. The coat is smooth to the touch in proportion to the length of the body, from the muzzle and nose up betweenwith only a single layer. This makes it reaching to the shoulders. the eyes.easy to groom and most Snowshoeswill groom themselves unless they are Male cats weigh approximately 9 - 12 Bi-Colour - Bi-colours have varyingstressed or unwell. A light brushing with pounds but can feel heavier when lifted. degrees of white patterning; as much asa soft bristle brush is usually all that is A female is much smaller, approximately a third of the coat may be white. Therequired and is an opportunity to check 7 - 10 pounds, though some can match white on the front feet may extend tofor any problems. the weight of a male but without the include the whole leg while on the hind heftiness. legs, the white may extend above the The combination of blue eyes, pointed hocks and right up to the hips. The facepattern and white trim makes the Showing a Snowshoe should still have the inverted white ‘V’.Snowshoe unique amongst shorthaired Mitted - Pointed (Siamese/Colourpoint)cats. Harlequin - As much as two thirds of pattern overlaid with white mittens on Kittens are completely white when the front paws and boots on the hindborn and it takes a few weeks before you legs. Chin, throat, chest and belly maycan be sure of the point colouring. As thekittens age, legs, tail, head and ears beginto darken and the body is a light creamcolour which also darkens with age. Themost common colours are seal pointand blue point. Specialised breeding isrequired to produce the lighter colourssuch as lilac or chocolate and they donot have such a good contrast betweenthe point colour and the feet. Eye col-ours range from sparkling blue throughto a pale blue/grey and paw pads can beeither pink, point colour or a combina-tion of both. The Snowshoe cat is firm and muscu-lar without being too large and is decep-tively powerful and agile. The body is notexcessively long and is basically rectan-gular with medium - long legs. The headshould be a medium wedge shape witha slightly rounded outline. The pref-ered Snowshoe pattern is a symmetricalinverted V of white on the face, from thebridge of the nose extending to cover thewhisker pads and chin but not extendingbeyond the outer eye; the chin and noseleather are white.The ears are mediumlarge and continue the triangular appear-ance of the head. Paws are also medium catworld.co.uk december 2014 47

Breed • Fawn Magnolia-white body with buff- point colours to give six possible colour PrOfiLe varieties where the self colours have been beige points combined with red or cream.the coat may be white for a Harlequinsnowshoe but for GCCF competitions, • Seal points and Blue points are among • Seal-tortie Beige/fawn body with seal/the ears must not be white. the most popular and are regularly seen red patched and/or mingled points.The official breed standard at shows. Dilute colours, such as lilac, will take longer to develop a maturity. • Blue tortie Glacial bluish-white bodySelf-coloured points Those with Self (single colour) points Tabby points with blue-grey and pastel cream patched or mingled points.are possible in eight different varieties: The addition of tabby markings makes tabby versions of the self-coloured • Chocolate tortie Ivory body with• Seal Beige/cream body with dark seal points: chocolate and red patched and/or min-brown points • Seal Tabby, Blue Tabby, Chocolate gled points.• Blue Bluish-white body with blue-grey Tabby, Lilac Tabby, Red Tabby, Cream • Lilac points Magnolia body with lilac Tabby, Cinnamon and Fawn Tabby.points and pale-cream patched and/or mingled • Seal Tabby Points and Blue Tabby points.• Chocolate Ivory body with milk choc- Points are very popular. • Cinnamon tortie Ivory body witholate points Tortie points warm cinnamon brown and red patched• Lilac Magnolia body with frosty pink- or mingled points. Red has been introduced to four basicish-grey points • Fawn tortie Magnolia body with• Red Creamy-white body with warm beige-buff and pale-cream patched and/ or mingled points. Tortie points areorange points almost always females since they are genetically sex-linked colours and can• Cream Creamy-white body with pas- produce a wide range of all colours.•tel-cream points Tortie tabby points Cinnamon Ivory body with warmcinnamon-brown points Tortoishell and tabby combinations make a further six Tortie Tabby varieties; although rare: Seal Tortie Tabby, Blue Tortie Tabby, Chocolate Tortie Tabby, Lilac Tortie Tabby, Red Tortie Tabby, Cream Tortie Tabby, Cinnamon Tortie Tabby and Fawn Tortie Tabby. ScALe OF POINTS Head 20 ears 5 eyes 15 body, neck & bone structure 15 Legs & paws 5 Tail 5 coat length, texture & condition 10 colour and markings 15 Temperament 10 Total 10048 december 2014 catworld.co.uk

T here were many factors that drew wSnhYoCwhsOhOoseea? me to the snowshoe as a breed. Owner and breeder Lisa-Marie Meadows, of Bella (Destrier Snowbelle) is Paridec snowshoe siamese, has been bowleda rare breed of cat, with beautiful and over by her new snowshoe Queenunusual markings. Bella’s grandfather isDestrier Dodge Viper, the first apricot more and become involved with breeding Destrier Snowbelle was liked bysnowshoe in the world. the Snowshoe and progressing the breed judges and did very well, gaining Best myself. of Breed and first in her breed class, Bella is also related to Destrier to name a few. This was particularlyTroublemaker, a seal classic show pat- Eventually there came my chance exciting and encouraging, as Destriertern snowshoe whom I had pleasure of to own a Snowshoe queen and I was Snowbelle is the first and only knownshowing at South West of England cat entrusted with Destrier Snowbelle, fourth generation seal tortie snowshoesociety’s 50th anniversary show, where the first fourth generation seal tortie worldwide to be shown in full competi-he won Best in Show in the Pedigree Pet Snowshoe. tion, ever.section. Destrier Snowbelle came to me at 14 I have also recently received a let- Bella has a very special social per- weeks old, very social and interactive. ter inviting me to the South Westernsonality with a very much ‘need to be Counties cat club trophy presentationtouched’ attitude. In order to go on to show Destrier to collect a trophy on behalf of Destrier Snowbelle at a later date, I had to con- Snowbelle for gaining a First and Best She is a very sweet interactive girl tinue to feed her on the high quality of Breed.and loves to talk to us and also makes Royal Canin diet she was used to ineye contact with us. Bella is the perfect order to keep her coat in tip top condi- The wonderfully sweet nature of thiscompanion for people who want a cat tion. Snowshoe kitten means she is the perfectthat they can cuddle and play with. She companion and she seems to be enjoyingis very good with children and other I also needed to continue with sociali- life on the show circuit too.animals, embraces change and is a par- sation and with her show training byticularly intelligent girl, making Bella a regularly putting her into show pose soperfect, sound all round cat and perfect she would learn the correct pose and befamily companion. confident at cat shows. Talking to Kelly Cruse Destrier Snowbelleof Destrier cats and see-ing her passion for the attended her first catSnowshoe drew me to show as a kitten in 27ththe breed as a breeder. I’m September 2014, at thelooking forward to work- South Western Countiesing alongside Destrier cats cat show at Well Springsand producing more excit- Leisure Centre.ing patterns and coloursand of course quality, happy,healthy, well bred and social-ised baby Snowshoes forpeople worldwide to enjoy. I came to learn of theSnowshoe as a breed after I purchasedtwo Havana girls from Destrier cats. Igot to know Kelly Cruse and her catswell and soon began going in to help andenjoy looking after the cats. From there I gained a wealth ofknowledge from Kelly and her passionfor achieving the best for the breedand developing new bloodlines for theSnowshoe drew me to want to learn catworld.co.uk december 2014 49

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