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In the Summer 2009 issue of The Cat, we take you by the paw and lead you through the streets of London on a feline-themed tour of the capital, while top pet photographer Nick Ridley explains how to take a perfect picture of puss. Find out more

Plus, we've just announced the winners of our Writing Competition. Click here to discover the winners and to see The Best of the Rest roundup of our favourite shortisted entries.