Cats in particular much prefer routine and the status quo – whether it’s sticking to the best cat food or keeping the kitchen layout the same – and spring cleaning can cause them anxiety.

Nunia the cat was left with an injured bladder after her owner, Adella Hiscova, used cotton thread to sew up her wound herself at home in Bilston, rather than take her back to see a vet.

Cat saliva is also pretty special stuff. It can help overheated cats to cool down, and it contains certain enzymes that can help with wound healing ... or an antibacterial cleaning spray before ...