Jim McCauley
Jim is a writer, performer and cat-wrangler based in Bath, who last year adopted a pair of sibling rescue cats who turned out to be effectively feral, and has spent a lot of time since then trying to get them accustomed to people (some success) and each other (ongoing project).
Latest articles by Jim McCauley

Watch: German Shepherd chilling in the pool with his noodle is the sweetest thing you'll see today
By Jim McCauley last updated
News The coolest pooch in the pool has become a massive TikTok hit

Everything you need to know about Chris Evans' dog
By Jim McCauley published
News Meet Chris Evans' dog Dodger, who's been a big social media hit since the pair met while filming at an animal shelter

Meet Kaipo the blind Malinois, rescued from Mexico and living his best life in Seattle
By Jim McCauley published
News Discover Kaipo's inspiring story, from neglect and abuse to a loving new home

Watch: German Shepherd eating out of a high chair raises awareness of rare canine condition
By Jim McCauley published
News Ash the German Shepherd is raising awareness of a rare condition in dogs

Cats are an invasive alien species, claims Polish scientific institute
By Jim McCauley published
News Cats are responsible for 140 million bird kills every year in Poland, says researcher

Can cats eat bread? Dietary advice and feeding tips
By Jim McCauley published
Advice It's delicious for us, but can cats eat bread? Let's find out

National Mutt Day 2022: What is it and how can you get involved?
By Jim McCauley published
News National Mutt Day celebrates mutts, mongrels and mixed breed dogs. Here's everything you need to know about joining in with the fun

What your cat's tail is telling you: Meanings, facts and its importance
By Jim McCauley published
Advice A cat's tail is an amazing communication tool, and here's your guide to what it means

Heroic Border Collie saves owner's life after 70-foot fall in Tahoe National Forest
By Jim McCauley published
News Saul the Border Collie led rescuers 200 yards after his human suffers a 70-foot fall

Twitter legend Sockington the cat has died aged 18
By Jim McCauley published
News He had over 1.5m followers at his peak and now he's finally caught the red dot

Polydactyl cats: What it is, causes and number of toes
By Jim McCauley published
Feature Some cats have extra toes, and it's not as rare as you might think

TikTok star Dexter the dog walks on two legs following tragic accident
By Jim McCauley published
Dexter the dog was hit by a van but taught himself to walk on his hind legs, and now he's an Internet star

Quiet cat: 7 least noisy felines and how to reduce excessive meowing
By Jim McCauley published
Advice Avoid excessive meowing with our guide to quiet cat breeds

Watch: Hilarious cat enjoying a fan is all of us during the heatwave
By Jim McCauley published
News Blissed-out kitty makes the most of its human's fan in this adorable video

Do cats burp, fart or hiccup? Is your cat's belching normal?
By Jim McCauley published
Advice Do cats burp? Here's what you need to know about unexpected noises and emissions from your feline

I adopted two rescue cats saved from a cat hoarder - here's the advice I'd give
By Jim McCauley published
Feature Adopting a rescue cat can seem fraught with problems at times - but it's worth it. Here's how I settled shelter cats Daisy and Marmalade into their new home

How to clean your cat's water bowl and food dishes
By Jim McCauley published
How to Everything you need to know about how to clean your cat's water bowl and food dishes

How to carry a cat (without getting scratched)
By Jim McCauley published
How to Want to know how to carry a cat without getting scratched? Follow our tips on how to pick up your pet without fear

How to get a scared cat to the vet
By Jim McCauley published
How to Wondering how to get a scared cat to the vet? We're here to make the whole situation less stressful for all involved

Are cats ticklish?
By Jim McCauley published
If you're asking yourself, 'Are cats ticklish?', read this before annoying your furball and risking injury

Most common cat breeds: 7 of the most popular moggies in the world
By Jim McCauley published
Advice Want to know the most common cat breeds? Here are some of the most popular moggies of all

10 cat playground ideas for your feline friend
By Jim McCauley published
Advice Pick up some purrfect cat playground ideas and build the perfect space for kitty adventures
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