Kitten Handbook & More Resources

Not sure what to feed your cat or kitten? Explore our collection of feeding resources covering raw, wet, freeze-dried, and homemade diets, along with practical guides for portions, transitions, hydration, and more.

How often should cats eat? Learn how feeding frequency can change from kittenhood to adulthood, why I recommend two meals a day for kittens, and how to create a feeding routine that works for your cat.

Cats don't always drink much water—and that's one reason the moisture in their food matters. Learn about hydration, raw and wet food, water bowls and fountains, and urinary health in cats, especially males.

Soft stool doesn't always mean something is seriously wrong. Learn what can cause diarrhea and digestive upset in cats, how food changes and stress can affect digestion, what blood in the stool may mean, and when it's time to call your veterinarian.

Does your cat have a saggy belly? Learn what the primordial pouch is, why cats have it, how to tell it apart from excess weight, and what's normal for British Shorthairs.

Learn how to safely trim your cat's nails, how often to do it, and tips to make nail trims easier for kittens and adult cats.

Wondering if your cat is overweight? Learn how to assess body condition, feel the ribs, identify a healthy waist, and understand why British Shorthairs can naturally be large.

Why is your cat peeing outside the litter box? Learn common causes, medical concerns, litter box problems, kitten accidents, spraying, and practical solutions.

Is raw food safe for cats? Learn about Salmonella and raw feeding, including contamination, hygiene, food handling, commercial raw food, homemade diets, and practical ways to reduce risk.

Learn which common houseplants are toxic to cats, including lilies, pothos, aloe, and more. Keep your kitten safe with this simple guide to cat-safe plants.

Written from my experience raising British Shorthairs at Royally British Cats, combined with veterinary guidance and ongoing preventative care for our breeding cats. Dental health is one of the most overlooked aspects of pet and cat ownership- and it's something I receive a surprising number of questions about from British Shorthair owners. Many people assume bad breath is "just a cat thing" or don't notice a problem until their cat stops eating or needs a dental procedure. U