It has been a real sunny past few weeks across Britain hasn’t it?
Thank fully our friends at PetSafe have helped us put together some expert tips for owners of Scotland's 785,000 cats on how to help them stay hydrated and healthy as temperatures soar.
While a nice summers day is definitely welcome in Scotland – it makes a change from the rain! – we can all ensure that our furry four-legged friends don’t get too warm and are able to cope when the temperatures continue to increase.
Does your house have a gorgeous kitty cat that needs to be kept cool in the summer heat? Then read these 9 experts tips which are sure to help.
5. Place water bowls everywhere
A sure fire way to ensure your cat has plenty hydration is to place numerous bowls of water around the house, meaning they are able to drink around the house all day. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
6. Try a water fountain
Similar to dripping tips, cats are much more likely to drink when they can see and hear moving water, so purchase a pet water fountain. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
7. Keep water bowls away from food
Did you know, cats don't really enjoy the smell of food when they are drinking water? Try moving their water bowl away from their food and it should make a difference. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
8. Get your cat a wide, shallow bowl
Another fact many pet owners may not know is that cats are very sensitive to their whiskers being touched, and so they type of bowl they have may effect how much and how often they drink. Get a shallow, wide bowl to help your cat feel more at ease. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro