Is the capital cool for cats? London pet show live thinks so!
With 1.4 million cats compared to 1.2 million dogs and 1.1 million toddlers, it’s no surprise that 61% of pet owners in the capital own a cat, compared to just 30 per cent or lower nationwide (ONS).
London Pet Show Live – taking place 20th–21st September at Olympia – is celebrating the cat’s place in London’s ‘Pet Pole Position’.
London has also been crowned the UK’s best city for cats by Emporium Insurance, scoring highly across all criteria: from pet-friendly rental accommodation to the abundance of vets. And clearly, cat owners in the capital love to share their feline lives – Instagram is full of London’s cat-antics.
Busy city dwellers appreciate a cat’s independent nature, with no need for daily day care services. And with cats spending up to 50 per cent of their waking hours grooming themselves, owners also save on expensive trips to the groomer – especially compared to dogs!
To discover why cats reign as London’s most popular pet, head to the dedicated Cat Zone at London Pet Show Live.
Meet the UK’s top 20 cat breeds – from Ragdolls to Bengals and British Blues – with expert advice to help you choose the kitty that best matches your lifestyle and experience.
Enjoy talks from leading feline specialists, including renowned behaviourist Lucy Hoile who will de-mystify cat behaviour, and nutrition expert Anna Webb, who’ll explain what makes for an optimal feline diet.
Join Battersea’s cat behaviourist JoAnna Puzzo for a live conversation on why cats make such wonderful pets – and why adopting a ‘moggy’ might be just the tonic you need.
ITV’s This Morning vet, Scott Miller, will host the main stage, sharing tips on cat health and responsible ownership. He’ll also welcome The Yorkshire Vet, Peter Wright, for a talk on all things pet – cats very much included.
Don’t miss The Literary Corner, hosted by award-winning children’s author and actor Jane Elson in partnership with Paper Cat Books. There’ll be celebrity signings from Graeme Hall (The Dogfather), Ted the Dog from BBC2’s Gone Fishing, Pen Farthing of Nowzad, and author Travis Nelson, whose best-selling book Sigrid Rides tells the story of an extraordinary cat.
There’s plenty for families too, with retail therapy, a dedicated Kids Zone, face painting, and calming story readings with Pets As Therapy dogs.
ITV’s vet Scott Miller said:
“It’s no surprise that Londoners are so passionate about cats. Science proves how all animals – but particularly dogs and cats – lower our stress levels, make us smile more, and give us purpose and companionship. I’m excited to be hosting the main stage at London Pet Show Live, promoting responsible ownership, and helping people choose the right pet for their lifestyle and experience. I’ll also be highlighting why considering a rescue pet is so important – rehoming charities like Battersea and Dogs Trust are at bursting point.”
London Pet Show Live promises a fun-packed family day out – both educational and entertaining – and a chance to explore the entire pet kingdom.
Five Fun Feline Facts:
∙ Cats have powerful night vision, allowing them to see at light levels six times lower than humans
∙ A group of cats is called a clowder
∙ A litter of kittens is known as a kindle
∙ Cats can jump up to five times their own height
∙ A cat lover is called an ailurophile
Children under 16 go free when accompanied by an adult!
Tickets are selling fast – visit www.londonpetshowlive.com to book yours today.
(Article source: Pets Magazine) (Photo by ALICE POLLET on Unsplash)