by Cheltenham Animal Shelter | Aug 13, 2025 | Tips & advice
With hotter summers becoming the norm, protecting cats from overheating is vital. Cats may be adapted to warmer climates, but they can still suffer heat stress or heatstroke. Keeping cool indoors Many things can help cats stay cool indoors. Cat’s often love playing...
by Cheltenham Animal Shelter | Aug 13, 2025 | Tips & advice
Keeping rabbits and small animals cool Keeping cool indoors Studies show heatstroke is a leading cause of death in pet rabbits, so it’s vital to know how to keep them cool. Always provide plenty of fresh water, adding ice to help maintain a lower temperature....
by Cheltenham Animal Shelter | Aug 13, 2025 | Tips & advice
During the hot summer months pets can suffer from the same problems as humans including overheating, dehydration and sunburn. As important as physical exercise is for dogs, every summer day dogs are taken to veterinary centres suffering from heatstroke after a walk....
by Cheltenham Animal Shelter | Jul 14, 2025 | Tips & advice
Hamsters are one of the UK’s favourite pets and it is very clear to see why with their cuteness and compact size! Although they can make brilliant pets, they are also sadly one of the most neglected, so it is very important to ensure we provide them with the best...
by Cheltenham Animal Shelter | Jul 1, 2025 | Tips & advice
House soiling is where a cat urinates or defecates outside of the litter tray around the home For owners this can be distressing but is important to understand why this is happening and address it effectively, rather than getting frustrated with your cat. What is a...
by Cheltenham Animal Shelter | Jun 18, 2025 | Tips & advice
Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) is an annual campaign that aims to educate rabbit owners on all aspects of their care. Sadly, despite being the third most popular choice of pet in the U.K, rabbits also remain the most neglected. Many live a life of solitude in...
