If you haven't seen grumpy cat yet, he is this unfortunate guy with a permanently grumpy look on his face. This being the internet, it was only a matter of time before his photos went viral and grumpy cat started popping up everywhere in memes.

Here are some of our favorites. Click on the images to open the grumpy cat memes up in full size.

Many cats use their litter box for a while and then stop doing so. This could be a medical issue or a behavioral issue but most of the time it is simply down to having a dirty litter box... After all, you don't like using a dirty toilet do you? Having a dirty litter box doesn't only look bad but it smells bad as well. Below are some hints and tips for keeping your cats litter box clean and smelling great!

The obvious way to keep your cats litter tray clean is to CLEAN IT!! Clean out clumps of litter every day then once a week change the remaining litter. Make sure the area where the box is kept is well ventilated. 

Does the Type of Litter Matter?
Clumping cat litter allows for easy removal of solids and liquids which keeps the litter tray smelling fresher. Some cat litter has perfumes and other additives which help cover the smell but cats cat be repulsed by this and many vets advise against using these for various reasons.

How Do I Stop The Cats Litter Box from Smelling?
One trick you can try which is more natural than using a perfumed cat litter Is to add a little baking soda to the litter tray. When combined with clumping cat litter and regular cleaning, this can help minimise smells. You can also add an automatic air deodorizer to the room to help with the smell.

Does the Type of Box Matter?
Almost any easily cleaned plastic container can be used as a litter box but it is always a good idea to choose one that is BPA free because BPA is harmful to animals as well as humans (why is BPA bad? Click here to find out). As for size, you should try and get something that is at least twice as long as your adult cat and as wide as the cat is long. This is because cats are clean animals and don’t want to step or dig in already soiled areas. You should try to avoid covered boxes.

Are Self-Cleaning Litter Boxes Any Good?
Some cats, especially skittish and large cats, may dislike self-cleaning litter trays. But if your cat doesn't mind, it’s an option for people who are away from home for longer periods.

What are your thoughts about cat litter boxes? Let us know in the comments.

Article from AdelaideNow Wednesday 14 November 2012 Read full article here. 

Dozens of kittens are being dumped at the Animal Welfare League each day, sparking calls for people to adopt a fluffy feline.

Animal Welfare League spokesman Peter Sellen said the Wingfield shelter already had more than 100 kittens, and staff were bracing for more in coming weeks.

He said the number of unwanted and abandoned kittens usually increased by about 200 per cent as the breeding season peaked each November.

"The sheer volume of the increase is quite staggering," Mr Sellen said.

The kitten influx has prompted the organisation to launch an urgent appeal to raise $10,000.

Donation tins are being placed at businesses across Adelaide as part of the We Need Your Help Fur Real campaign.

"Hundreds of animals will need to be fed and cared for as we try to find them a new home," Mr Sellen said.

To cope with the increase in numbers, the shelter will also hire another staff member.

Shelter hand Laura Higgins said the Animal Welfare League was already "overwhelmed" with kittens.

"We're hoping people will help out where they can by either donating their change or adopting an animal," she said.

Those willing to help the Animal Welfare League by hosting a donation tin at their workplace should phone 08 8348 1300 (South Australia).

Visit www.animalwelfare.com.au for more information

We all know that cats are sneaky... Well, these camouflaged cats are the next level of sneaky!!

National Geographic has collaborated with the University of Georgia in order to research what cats do when owners are not around. How did they do this? By putting cameras on dozens of cats to see what they’re up to when they’re alone. It’s been done on smaller scales before but this time it was on a much larger scale.

Quoted from CBS News "Cats spent a lot of time under cars, inside of cars, inside of sewers, climbing roofs, climbing fences.I think they have intriguing lives because they do things we’d never expected them to do.”

Something that may disturb a few cat owners is this though... “A lot of cats were found cheating on their owners, in that they were spending a lot of time with other families, and were fed by other families and slept on the beds of other families.”

Looks like the cat is out of the bag as the study answers many of our curious questions and suspicions about their alone time and has also shed more likght on how cats interact with other animals when people are not around.

To read more about what your cat gets up to when roaming the streets click here. Keep your cat safe whilst allowing the freedom of your yard with a SecureaKat custom cat enclosure. 

Everybody knows that most cats don’t like getting wet but sometimes kitty needs a bath… The question is how can you bath your cat without getting torn to shreds?!

This is by no means a definitive guide to bathing your cat, but steps that we have found to work. If you have anything to add or any advice/tips that you know of please let us know in the comments section at the bottom!

Don't forget the most important step before you get started... Have somebody standing by with a camera ready to post photos of your wet cat on the internet because everybody loves photos of wet cats!! 

• Decide whether your cat actually needs a bath? There are other options such as brushing, combing or rubbing down with a damp cloth (You could even try using a clothing lint roller as we have discovered works really well!). 
  

• Prepare yourself! A jumper or long sleeved shirt is vital if you want to protect yourself from scratches and long sleeved gloves are a good idea as well.
  

• Make sure that you have proper shampoo designed for cats. You can buy this from a vet or pet store. Do not use dog shampoo and never use human shampoo as this can be toxic to cats and dry out its skin.
  

• If possible, get somebody else to assist you with holding the cat. Be gentle though and make sure that you don’t hurt the cat.
  

• Fill the tub or sink with a few inches of warm water before bringing your cat to the water as some cats can be frightened by running water.
  

• Pre-treat any stains such as oil or grease by rubbing a runny, edible oil into it which will help break down to molecules and make the oil easy to remove with shampoo.
  

• Comb your cat’s fur thoroughly before getting the cat wet. Make sure that knots and tangles are removed. This is especially important for long haired cats.
  

• Now its time to get wet!
  

• Talk to your cat in a calm, soothing voice whilst washing.
  

• Make sure that you have a firm grip on neck or shoulders. 
  

• Put your cat in the water allowing it to stand, if they only want to get 2 feet wet let them stand in the water on their back legs only.
  

• Wash your cat using a wash cloth but be careful not to get shampoo in eyes, nose, mouth or ears.
  

• Rinse thoroughly with water until all of the shampoo is completely removed and there is no soap left.
  

• Dry your cat by blotting with a warm towel and rub gently.
  

• Give your cat some treats so that they will associate baths with something positive.
  

And again... Remember to take some photos!!

Every day!