Tim Dowling: the cat’s had his nuts off. Does no one else feel his pain?

Tim Dowling: the cat’s had his nuts off. Does no one else feel his pain?

Once out of the carrier, he walks round the kitchen table in unsteady circles, knocking into chair legs.“He’s still groggy,” the middle one says.My wife is washing up, and the youngest is at the table making guacamole, surrounded by a growing mess.“How is he?” I say, looking at the cat.

Zara is now selling stylish outfits for your dogs

Zara is now selling stylish outfits for your dogs

The raincoats are especially adorable (Picture: Zara)Meanwhile, for dogs who prefer a muted look, Zara is also selling a quilted jacket that will keep them warm and on-trend at the same time.The accessories are stylish too (Picture: Zara)Even better, all the products are currently on sale.

Tim Dowling: I’m sent a photo of a tiny kitten… in the back of our car

Tim Dowling: I’m sent a photo of a tiny kitten… in the back of our car

An hour before, she comes into the kitchen with a cat carrier.“Where did that come from?” I say.“We had it,” my wife says.Looking again at the picture of the kitten, I notice it’s sitting in a brand-new cat carrier, on the back seat of our car.

9 best dog carriers for transporting puppies and older hounds

9 best dog carriers for transporting puppies and older hounds

Pushing a pooch around in what looks like a baby buggy might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but they can be great for people whose dogs can no longer walk far but still want to be out of the house in comfort – they can sit/lie down in it or rest their paws on the bar for a good view of the outside world.

In 18 months, we've had 30 cats – and it's been wonderful | Tom Hawking

In 18 months, we've had 30 cats – and it's been wonderful | Tom Hawking

Photograph: Tom Hawking One and a half years on, we have fostered some 30 cats: a cavalcade of kittens, two nursing mothers with their babies, two separate cats named Pebbles, a couple of senior catizens, and a strange beast by the name of Cami who liked to lick my head every night, without fail, at 3am.

10 best cat carriers to easily transport your pet

10 best cat carriers to easily transport your pet

Buy now Lazy Bones skudo airline approved carrier: £54.99, The Range Dimensions : 68 x 48cm When it comes to cats and air travel, if we’re honest, it’s not a great combination.

'Disgusting!' Fury after 'terribly thin' cat found dumped by heartless owner

'Disgusting!' Fury after 'terribly thin' cat found dumped by heartless owner

Emaciated cat dumped like rubbish (Image: RSPCA) The young ginger cat was so skinny that almost every bone could be seen protruding from his body.

8 Chihuahua Gifts for Dog Lovers

8 Chihuahua Gifts for Dog Lovers

With pages full of comical and charming photography of Chihuahuas tackling their many “duties” and self-appointed household roles, this engaging book makes an ideal gift for dog lovers who love seeing their favorite breed exhibit this delightful, amusing behavior.

Cat found abandoned with duct tape around her head, but her spirit isn't broken

Cat found abandoned with duct tape around her head, but her spirit isn't broken

"When I got the one side clear, I had to reach in front of her mouth to pull the tape down, and I was fully expecting to get bit at that time," Norton said.

JetBlue crew saves French bulldog struggling to breathe on flight

JetBlue crew saves French bulldog struggling to breathe on flight

A couple whose French bulldog was struggling to breathe on a Jetblue flight last week has credited a pair of flight attendants with saving the dog's life.

Airlines and cruise ships crack down on emotional support animals

Airlines and cruise ships crack down on emotional support animals

Federal regulations allow some disabled passengers to fly with their service animals, and the Air Carrier Service Act allows for those with mental-health issues to travel with an ESA free of charge if it helps alleviate anxiety.

Disaster Preparedness

Disaster Preparedness

Be sure to discuss your expectations at length with a permanent caregiver, so he or she understands the responsibility of caring for your pet.Step 4: Prepare Emergency Supplies and Traveling KitsIf you must evacuate your home in a crisis, plan for the worst-case scenario.

Tips to enjoy a pet friendly vacation

Tips to enjoy a pet friendly vacation

It is important to prepare your pet for the trip in advance and give them easy to digest food, say experts. Prepare your pet for the trip Feed your dog with easy to digest food and bottled water