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If you love cats, you’ll know cats bring so much joy to our lives, and Your Cat Magazine is a celebration of all things cat, every month!

Welcome… March 2022

Your Cat

The story behind the photo…

SEARCH FOR UK’S MOST MARVELLOUS MOGGY BEGINS

VETERINARY PRACTICE CELEBRATES DOUBLE GREEN WIN

OWNERS' SMOKING IS HARMFUL TO CATS, DATA REVEALS

NEW BOOKS

BLUE CROSS MARKS 125 YEARS OF CHANGING LIVES OF PETS AND THEIR PEOPLE

CHAIR OF CATS PROTECTION STANDS DOWN AMID RAISED WELFARE QUESTIONS

CAT PRODUCTS

Becoming a therapy cat • In a new series, we’re looking at the incredible ways in which therapy cats help people. But just how does a feline take up this role? Kathryn Hearn finds out.

PAT facts

WOULD YOUR CAT MAKE A THERAPY CAT?

James Bowen • He’ll never stop missing Bob but adding two kittens to his home has helped James cope with the loss of his best friend. We hear how Bandit and Gizmo came to be part of the family.

KING OF THE CASTLE • Not many cats can say they have a literal rags to riches story, but this adorable and mischievous feline lord has gone from homeless to living in a castle!

ABOUT GWRYCH CASTLE

NO AMIMAL left behind • This March sees the 10-year anniversary of Fur and Feathers Animal Sanctuary, which was set up by community hero Lisa Hunt.

A never-ending mission

Cat chat • We want to hear all about your fabulous felines! Email catchat@yourcat.co.uk or write to us (see page 5 for our address).

Confessions of a Cat-sitter • When accidents happen to Chris (and they often do!), there is usually a cat involved…

CAT NAPS! • Sleep is an incredible regenerative force and cats are renowned for their ability to snooze. But what are the signs that our feline friends are actually getting good sleep?

Freebies

Should your cat share your bed? • A purring cat next to you on the bed can be so cosy but sharing your sleeping arrangements with your pet is not for everyone. Read on to discover the dos and don’ts…

CAT BREED INDEX: TOYGER • The look of a tiny tiger with an affectionate and intelligent character, is the Toyger for you?

Cat care

DIARY • Health aware of these risks and putting cat welfare above is not always the priority it should be when breeding cats, explains CEO Claire Bessant.

Cats in the media

KITTY’S GONE A HUNTING • Some cats rarely catch wildlife, while for others it’s a full-time job. But if you want to encourage your puss to bring home fewer ‘presents’ there are things you can do…

Are they trying to bring you a present?

What kind of cat owner are you?

Protect the birds

GOING ON SAFARI! • Getting a glimpse of a Civet ‘cat’ is one of the rarest things on a safari but here Andrew and Peter give Your Cat readers an insight.

CIVET SIGHTINGS

TRIPLE JEOPARDY • Maya had endured a tough life but an epic journey brought her home to Sian Wade.

FIRST ISSUE + FREE GIFT

A VERY SPECIAL SAUCER • A black cat is on hunger strike. Can any hero get this kitty to eat? A short story

RESCUE COMMUNITY • We are building a section for people passionate about rescue cats

Pawtraits • Take a look at these gorgeous and playful kitties!

Pickle’s puzzles • Pickle has put together a selection of fun puzzles for you to enjoy this month!

The fourteenth dinner guest • We bring you feline-inspired hotspots from around the world and this month, we’re back in the UK to a black cat’s permanent place in a luxurious London hotel…