Where our cat information begins.
Every EverYes Cats guide names a primary reference. We prefer established veterinary, poison-control, welfare and breed organisations, then translate relevant information into practical language for cat parents.
Core reference organisations
These organisations appear regularly across the guide library. The exact reference used for an individual topic is linked at the bottom of that guide.
Cornell Feline Health Center
Cat health, nutrition, common diseases and household hazards.
Visit official source ↗Feline Veterinary Medical Association
Feline life stages, environmental needs and cat-friendly care.
Visit official source ↗Merck Veterinary Manual
Veterinary background on symptoms, diseases, emergencies and treatment principles.
Visit official source ↗International Cat Care
Cat behaviour, welfare, home care and practical owner guidance.
Visit official source ↗WSAVA
Global nutrition guidance and principles for evaluating pet food and nutrition advice.
Visit official source ↗ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Common toxic substances, plants, foods and poison-response information.
Visit official source ↗Cats Protection
Cat welfare, adoption, behaviour and everyday care guidance.
Visit official source ↗The International Cat Association
Breed histories, recognised breed characteristics and breeder questions.
Visit official source ↗What a source link means
The linked organisation is a research starting point. It has not reviewed or endorsed our wording unless a guide explicitly states that an individual veterinary review occurred. Some broad references cover an entire topic area; readers should always use the emergency and veterinary guidance shown on the page for their individual cat.
How health claims are handled
Urgent warning signs are written conservatively. Online information cannot diagnose a cat, calculate a safe treatment or replace an examination. When a symptom may be time-sensitive, the guide directs the reader to a veterinarian or emergency clinic rather than offering a home diagnosis.
Suggest a correction or stronger source
If a link is broken or a reliable veterinary source conflicts with a guide, send the guide URL and the source through our contact page. Safety-related reports are prioritised.