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Silvia

Silvia is a cat rescuer with nearly two decades of hands-on experience and a former Vice President of the registered rescue organization SOS Cat. She has fostered dozens of cats and kittens, participated in rescue missions, organized charity fundraisers, and provided intensive neonatal care for vulnerable newborns. Her writing is grounded in real-life experience - real cats, real challenges - and supported by careful research. When covering feline health or nutrition topics, she consults licensed veterinarians to ensure the information shared is responsible and evidence-based. She currently lives with her three feline co-editors - Tito, Myratz, and Pierre - who enthusiastically “review” every recipe and cat-related insight published on Cats Magazine.
White and gray cat named Pierre sitting on a vintage sofa with elegant cushions - the perfect image to illustrate reasons to get a cat and the calm beauty they bring to a home.

Should You Get a Cat? 15 Honest Reasons You’ll Never Regret It

I’ve lived with cats for most of my life - it’s practically in my genes. My mum loved them, my sister does too, and somehow, I ended up surrounded by purrs, paws, and rescue stories. Here are 15 heartfelt reasons why cats make the best pets you’ll ever have - from calm companionship to spontaneous comedy.

Rescued yellow and white cat named Noka recovering from a cold and now living in her forever home.

Cat Health Problems: The Complete Guide to Feline Wellness

As my cats are growing older, I’ve learned that cats are masters at hiding pain. In this complete guide to feline wellness, I share how to spot early signs of cat health problems - from sneezing and constipation to allergies - and what helped me care for my cats, including my beloved Payo, who lived 10 brave years with FIV and FeLV.