Dublin Cat Lovers Guide
RECCOMENDATIONS BY ALICE CHAU
www.maowcare.com Welcome!
Hey! My name is Alice Chau and I’m the human founder of Maow Care.
If you’re reading this it is because you are a cat lover like me! Maybe you have recently moved to Dublin with your cat or you have just joined the cat lover world. Either way, WELCOME!
Here you will find the best Dublin Guide with local shops, cat sitters, cat rescues, events for cat people and so much more.
Let’s get into them right MAOW!
*The recommendations in this guide is just my personal experience with these businesses. This guide is not endorsement nor advertisement. Content 01 03 Veterinary Clinics
Dublin Physical Pet Shops and 04 European Online Pet Shops
Irish Online Cat-Friendly Product 05 Suppliers
06 Our Favourite Brands of Cat Food and 07 Cat Litter
08 What to do when your Cat Gets 09 Lost in the City? 10 Environment Enrichment Content
Cat Sitters, Catteries and Cat 11 Transporters
Courses to be the best cat owner 12 you can be! and Groomers
13 Cat Rescues 15 A Local Guide for Cat Lovers
Pet Photographer and Purebred cats 16 directory
Events to Meet More Cat Lovers, 17 Facebook Groups and Pet Bereavement VETERINARY CLINICS These are vets that we have good work relations with at Maow Care. (Listing is in alphabetical order.)
Cat ONLY vets
Just Cats Address: Just Cats Vet Clinic, Coolmine, Clonsilla, Dublin 15 D15 X392 Phone number (01) 822 7270 More Information: https://www.justcats.ie/
Cat-Friendly vets
Animal Welfare Veterinary clinic (handy city centre location) Address: 40 Charlemont Street Dublin 2 Phone number (01) 4784348 More information: http://animalwelfareclinic.ie/
Blackrock Vet Clinic (Eamonn in there is a great cat lover) Address: Wilton Cottage, 25 Stillorgan Park, Blackrock, Co. Dublin Phone number (01) 288 9641 More information: https://blackrockvet.ie/
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Cat-Friendly vets
Fairview Vet Hospital (Vet Ciaran in there is a cat lover) Address: 13 Fairview Strand, Northside, Dublin 3 Phone number (01) 833 8217 More information: http://www.fairviewvet.ie/
Carey and Keane (handy city centre location) Address: 12 Old Kilmainham, Kilmainham, Dublin 8, D08 TY09 Phone number (01) 679 1975 More information: http://www.dublinvets.ie/
Raheny Veterinary Clinic Address: 122 Raheny Rd, Grange, Raheny, Co. Dublin Phone number (01) 847 8044 More information: http://rahenyvet.com/
Sandymount Pet Hospital (handy city centre location) Address: 15C Gilford Rd, Dublin 4 Phone number (01) 269 5830 More information: https://sandymountpethospital.ie
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Mobile vets
Vets for Cats Phone number 086-1985568 Julia Ivanova More information https://vetsforcats.ie/ and https://www.facebook.com/vetsforcats/
Vets Direct Phone number 087-6686278 More information http://www.vetsdirect.ie/
Emergency vets
Pet Emergency Hospital Phone number: (01) 2609920 Address: UCD campus, please call before heading over so that they will open the door for you. More information http://petemergencyhospital.ie
03 DUBLIN PHYSICAL PET SHOPS (In alphabetical order)
Shauna Pet Shop (Also available online) One of the best City Centre pet shops. Great selection on cat food, cat litter, specialised items, e.g. Sureflap, Surefeed, Feliway range. Location: 5 Capel St, North City, Dublin, D01 TH76 More information: http://www.shaunaspetshop.com/ Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/Shaunas-Pet-Shop- 120143778097018/
Maxizoo Pet superstore, multiple locations nationwide. To find a store near you follow this link: http://www.maxizoo.ie/store- locator/ More information: http://www.maxizoo.ie/ Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/MAXIZOOIRELAND\
EUROPEAN ONLINE PET SHOP
Zooplus European pet superstore, the biggest collection of cat items online. Maow Tip: choose DPD for shipping, they give the best customer service according to the experience of other clients. More information: https://www.zooplus.ie 04 IRISH ONLINE CAT PRODUCT SUPPLIERS (In alphabetical order)
Animalia Direct Owned by vets. Highlights: cat supplements. More information: http://www.animaliadirect.eu/
Fred’s Catnip Farm Irish homegrown catnip, unlike anything you have ever tried before! Your cat will thank you. Products: Catnip and catnip toys, catnip based scented candles, catnip reed diffusers, cat bandanas. More Information: https://fredscatnipfarm.com/ Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/FredsCatnipFarm/
Husse High-quality cat food delivered to your home. More information: https://ireland.husse.com/ Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/World.of.Husse
Maow Market Maow Care’s online shop, we only stock specialised and niche items for behavioural purposes. Products: a variety of cat toys, electric heat mats, grooming equipment. Online shop: https://www.maowcare.com/maowmarket
05 INFORMATION CAT FOOD AND CAT LITTER AVAILABLE IN IRELAND
There are so many brands in the markets! The names we mention below are by no means endorsement. It’s just that we often notice clients from outside of Ireland feel quite confused when it comes to where to start their research on different brands available in Ireland. We decided to share our experience with the most common brands we see at our client’s home when we are cat sitting.
Wet Food- It is important to consult with your veterinarian about the best food that suits your cat’s needs!
Hills and Royal Canin are available at vet clinics. Supermarkets often stock Whiskas, Purina, and their own brands. Premium brands available in the EU are Applaws and Canagan Zooplus has exclusive on Porta 21 and Cosmo. Maxizoo has exclusive on Select Gold.
Treats
Stick treats - Tesco, Lidl, and Aldi do their own brand. Dreamies (or Temptation in North America) are available at Tesco. You can also find the premium brand at pet shops. 06 INFORMATION CAT FOOD AND CAT LITTER AVAILABLE IN IRELAND
Dry Food
Hills and Royal Canin are available at vet clinics, but they often don’t have both. Please contact your local vet clinic to check which brand they stock. A lot of vets also stock Burns, which is a Scottish brand developed by a retired vet. It is worth looking into it! Purina is available at Tesco. Premium brands include Acana, Applaws, Arden Grange, Burgess, Canagan, Orijen.
Litter
Each supermarket does its own brand of both clay litter, non-clumping litter, and clumping litter. They are usually not the best, but they are cheap. As cat sitters, we scoop many many many litter trays per day. Our favourites are the premium brands like World’s Best Cat Litter and Cat’s Best Cat Litter.
07 WHAT TO DO IF YOUR CAT GETS LOST IN THE CITY?
Do you know what you need to do when your cat is missing? Hint: it is not what you're thinking!
There is a lot of psychology and investigation behind it such as search probability theory, behavioral profiling, evidence gathering, and high-tech equipment.
The steps are as follow: 1) Search for your cat at home 2) Search at your neighbours and places near by 3) Use the equipment necessary 4) Facebook groups and posters+flyers
In this e-book we are going to give you a list of Facebook groups for step number four: Maow Care Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/maowcare/ Lost and found cats Ireland: https://www.facebook.com/Lost-and-Found- Cats-Ireland-454849137948450/ Lost and found pets Dublin: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1245164265519709/ Lost and found cats Dublin: https://www.facebook.com/groups/529516910745597/ 08 WHAT TO DO IF YOUR CAT GETS LOST IN THE CITY?
If you would like to learn more or need extra help, please visit our website for a full list of services related to Lost Cat Recovery: https://www.maowcare.com/missing-cat-rescue
We also have a course in Maow Academy that covers the basics for only €3!: https://maow-academy.teachable.com/p/missing-cat-psychology/
Alice is a trained Missing Animal Response Technician (aka Pet Detective), personally trained by the famous police-officer-turned-pet-detective Kat Albrecht. If you need help, give her a shout.
And just a reminder: Assume lost, not abandoned!
--> If you find a cat, always scan for the chip. --> If it looks "rough", it doesn't mean the cat is unwanted. The most pampered cat will look "rough" after one week outside. --> Don't assume "no one is looking for the cat", the person might not have access to Internet, or could be a victim of a crime, or got in a car accident. (Yes, all of the above happened!)
09 ENVIRONMENT ENRICHMENT
ProtectaPet “Using cat enclosures, cat fences, cat runs, catios, dog enclosures, dog fences and dog runs, our modular components offer the flexibility to accommodate all garden shapes and sizes. We work with you to provide you with an effective solution to you and your pet's individual needs..” More information: https://protectapet.com/ Contact: [email protected] Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/ProtectaPet Use "MAOWCARE" at check out to get £50 discount for orders over £400.
Flat Cats “Flat Cats are a lightweight and effective method of allowing fresh air into your room while stopping your cat from falling out of a window by slipping on the window ledge, and possibly causing injury” More information: https://www.flatcats.co.uk/ Contact info: [email protected] Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/flatcatswindows/
THE SAFETY OF YOUR CAT IS IMPORTANT!
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Maow Care We are a trusted cat sitter company and cat behaviourist established in 2009. Member of Pet Sitter International. We offer 30 and 60 minutes visits and overnight stays. More information: https://www.maowcare.com/ Follow Maow Care on https://www.facebook.com/maowcare/
CATTERIES
The Moggie Motel Ireland’s first cattery to be registered with International Cat Care (formerly FAB). More information: http://www.moggiemotel.com/ Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/MoggieMotel/
CAT TRANSPORTER
K International Freight Cat’s international transport expert, a real cat lover too. Ask for Kevin and tell him Alice sent you. More information: https://www.kinternationalfreight.ie/ Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/K-International-Freight-Ltd- 127557177429102/
11 COURSES TO BE THE BEST CAT PERSON YOU CAN BE!
Maow Acdemy Love cats and want to know how to do it properly? Our online courses are purrfect for you! From cat care to cat behaviour, cat massage to cat photography, we've got you all covered Enrol MAOW https://maow-academy.teachable.com/
The Purrfect Nurse A great educational Facebook page by a cat-lover vet nurse https://www.facebook.com/thepurrfectnurse/
GROOMER
Audrey at The Moggie Motel has received specific training from Heidi Anderton, an award-winning cat groomer based in the UK. She is able to groom your cat with the confidence required to ensure that any stress is minimised. Contact Audrey on 086-1717105 or [email protected] More information: http://www.moggiemotel.com/grooming.html
12 CAT RESCUES (In alphabetical order)
Cats Aid More information: https://www.catsaid.ie/ Contact information: 01-2751665 Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/catsaid
Feral Cats Ireland Feral Cats Ireland is not a charity or rescue, it is an online resource dedicated to promoting awareness of feral cats. More information: https://feralcatsireland.org/Feral_Cats/Feral_Cat_News.html
Lucky Cat’s Rescue More information: https://luckyscatrescue.com/ Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/LuckysRescue/
Philsboro Cat Rescue More information: http://www.phibsborocatrescue.ie/ Location: 13 Dalymount (laneway at back), Phibsborough, Dublin 7, Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/phibscatrescue/
North Dublin Cat Rescue More Information: https://www.facebook.com/northdublincatrescue/
13 SOME WAYS YOU CAN HELP LOCAL RESCUES
1 Fostering a cat
2 Adopting a cat
Donating money 3 or resources
4 Volunteering
5 Sponsoring a cat
Organising and 6 event to raise funds
Sharing about them 7 on social media
Together, we can make a better world for cats A LOCAL GIFT GUIDE FOR CAT LOVERS
Creature Creations Cat theme jewellery hand-sculpted by glass or created by hand enamelling copper. More information and contact info: https://www.creaturecreations.ie/ Follow them on https://www.instagram.com/creaturecreations.ie/
Crawcrafts Beastie Bespoke Cat theme fibre gifts. More information and contact info: https://crawcraftsbeasties.com/ Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/crawcraftsbeasties/
Rua Crafts Bespoke Cat theme wooden gifts. More information and contact info: https://www.ruacrafts.com/ Follow them on https://www.facebook.com/ruacrafts
PLEASE SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES!
15 PET PHOTOGRAPHER
Petography Contact Tracey on 087-8173510 or [email protected] More information: http://www.petography.ie/ Gallery: http://www.petography.ie/index.php/pet- photography/galleries/cats/
Furry Tales Photo Contact Magda on 085-7449330 or [email protected] More information: http://furrytalesphoto.com/ Gallery: http://furrytalesphoto.com/portfolio/cats/
PUREBRED CATS DIRECTORY
If you want to buy a purebred cat, only go to the registered breeder vetted by the GCCFI (Governing Council of the Cat Fancy of Ireland) http://www.gccfi.com/ “The GCCFI requires that no kitten be permitted to go to a new home before 13 weeks of age. At least seven days prior to this, the kitten must have completed a full course of vaccinations, including a health check, given by a Veterinary Surgeon...”
16 EVENTS TO MEET MORE CAT LOVERS
Dublin Cat Fair (every November) Our yearly event where you can meet cat people and learn with our purrfect speakers. Stay tuned: https://www.dublincatfair.ie/
Missed our first Online Dublin Cat Fair? No problem! Replays are available https://maow-academy.teachable.com/p/online-dublin-cat-fair-2020
FACEBOOK GROUPS FOR DUBLIN CAT OWNERS (ALPHABETICAL ORDER)
Cat Lovers Ireland Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/catloversireland/
The Cat's Pyjamas Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1126524177487039/
PET BEREAVEMENT
Clearview Counselling Dublin More information: http://clearviewcounselling.ie Location: Heathfield Drive, Cappagh Road, Dublin 11. Contact Kevin on 083-3075719 or [email protected] 17 Thank you!
We hope you enjoy your time in Dublin with your family and your cats Let us know if there is anything we can do for you and if you have any other recommendations and feedback. Our email is [email protected]
Dublin Cat Lovers Guide - 1 st edition June 2020