Welcome to Cat Corner: A Haven for Cats and Their Owners
There’s a reason cats are an internet sensation. Their quirky behavior, funny antics, and demure personalities make them into the perfect internet mascots. However, there is a lot more to your cat’s behavior than immediately meets the eye.
Cats are masters at hiding illness, so how do you know when they're sick? Chances are you don't, and you won't until the disease is far more advanced and more difficult to treat. That's why regular vet visits are so important! Due to their natural instincts to avoid showing signs of vulnerability, their behavior changes can be subtle. It takes expertise to pick-up on symptoms of developing conditions.
Luckily, at Hanover Veterinary Hospital, we understand cats like no other. Our Cat Corner is designed to share with you some insight into your feline friend’s health and wellbeing. We also stress the importance of annual wellness exams and tell you more about the work we do to make our clinic a haven for cats (and you, too).
You may have noticed pawprints speckling the page, and no, they’re not from your cat swiping at the screen when you weren’t looking! These paws hold little nuggets of cat-specific facts, so hover over each one for a bit of feline insight.
Your Cat’s Veterinary Visits: Why They Matter
Did you know your cat needs to see us at least once a year for an annual check-up? Their long-term health depends on it, but we know it can be difficult to get them here. At Hanover, we recognize that visits to the vet can take a toll on our feline patients, so that’s why we take extra good care of them. How, you ask? Here are some reasons your cat should come to see us:
We are Fear Free Certified Professionals.
We understand cat behavior and can handle your cat with low-stress techniques that put them at ease.
We’re experienced.
Cats are experts at hiding illness, but during a check-up, we can catch the subtle signs of health issues long before they develop into more serious problems.
We’re dedicated to feline wellness.
We’ve built our practice to be a cat-friendly environment, so your cat can feel at home the moment they walk through our doors.
Still, you may be asking, do all cats really need to see the vet annually? The answer is no! Some cats require even more frequent visits (so you better help them to love their carrier!)
Creating a Cat-Friendly Space
We are determined to eliminate stress for cats at our animal hospital. Part of our commitment to feline wellness means helping them feel comfortable when they are with us. When your cat visits us, they can expect the royal treatment:
- Designated cat-only exam room
- Calming, cat-friendly music
- Pheromone therapy
- Cat-friendly textures and colors
- Minimal restraint techniques
- Treats for positive reinforcement (and distraction!)
How STRESSED is your cat?
Stressed behavior can be difficult to diagnose, so take our quiz and we will reach out to you with your results! It only takes a minute or two–it’s that easy! With a bit more understanding into your cat’s stress level and their behaviors, we will work with you to develop a simple plan to help them relax.
More Questions?
We have answers. There’s a lot to your cat’s health and wellbeing and we want to help you understand it fully so can give them the care they deserve. Check out our resources below for further information on feline health and behavior.
