Most cats in the household like to make up their own agenda; choosing when they would like to be pet, when they would like to be played with, and when they would like to eat. When your cat does not want your affection, they have no problem showing you they want none of it (through their claws and teeth!). So, it isn’t a surprise that most cat owners don’t get a very good look into … Read More
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The Trials and Tribulations of an Outdoor Cat
I saw recently on a Medicine Hat Facebook group, a post about a cat who goes outdoors and came back to the owner with a beebee bullet imbedded into its skin; pure cruelty on the person who did this to the animal – but this incidence of a cat coming back to their owner wounded from a night out prowling is not the first. Most times when a Veterinary Clinic has a feline patient that … Read More
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A Blog for Sleepless Cat Owners
Adopting a new kitten can be an exciting event for the whole family. But there is something that others won’t tell you when you bring little Fluffy home…Kittens/young cats become little night terrors as soon as everyone is in bed at night! Cats sleep most of the day away, so this means they become fearless night hunters and early morning risers. We have come up with some tips on how to manage your night prowling … Read More
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National Take your Cat to the Vet Day!
August 22 is National “Take your cat to the Vet” day! Studies have shown that dogs are seen more often by their Veterinarian than cats are; even though there are statistically more pet cats than dogs. Why Is this? Is it because dogs are more notorious for getting into trouble? Is the stress of bringing your cat to the vet worse than a yearly check-up is worth? According to Purina, the first two years of … Read More
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Little Tricks and Snippets…To Stress Free Vet Visits!
We love pets. That’s why we are in this profession. But we understand that sometimes, pets don’t really love us (the Veterinary Clinic). And we can relate to pet owners that bringing your pet to the vet can be a stressful time. Whether you’re bringing your pet in for an annual exam, for surgery, or they aren’t feeling well, we want you and your pet to have the most positive and stress free visit … Read More
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Your Kitty vs. the Litterbox
Our feline companions, as we know, are usually the rulers of the household (or so they think!), watching us from up high perches, demanding us to get up early for feeding, only allowing petting when it is permitted, and having the pickiest of bathroom standards. The last point about bathroom standards are one of the things that pet owners need to be more cautious of with their felines. One of the top veterinary visits for … Read More