Cat Care & Surgery Vaccines Recommendations We offer the following vaccines: FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calici, and Panleukopenia also known as 3x1) - Vaccine protects against upper respiratory and gastrointestinal viruses. Felv (Feline Leukemia) -  Vaccine protects against feline leukemia, which is a feline immunodeficiency disease. Rabies - Vaccine protects against the rabies virus, which attacks the nervous system and causes a very painful death.  Rabies is such an important disease because of the almost 100% fatality rate of cases once symptoms occur, and because of its potential transmission to people by bites from infected animals. Rabies vaccination is an essential part of the vaccination program for all cats. Vaccine Recommendations: FVRCP  Kittens - Can start vaccines as young as 8 weeks old, with boosters given 3-4 weeks apart.  A one-year booster should be given one year after the last kitten vaccine, and then boosters can be given once every three years.   Unvaccinated Adults- Can start vaccines at any time, and will require one booster 3-4 weeks after the first was given. Then a one-year booster given one year after the last vaccine, then boosters can be given every three years.   Vaccinated Adults over 2 years old - Once every three years. Felv  All cats under two years of age should have a two vaccine series, given 3-4 weeks apart. It has been shown that cats under 2 years old are the most susceptible to Felv, and indoor only kitties can escape! After the first series boosters are given yearly until age three, then boosters are given every three years. Rabies Kittens and Unvaccinated Adults- One vaccine as early as 8 weeks old, then once a year boosters. Vaccinated Adults- Vaccinate yearly.

Parasite Control Indoor only cats  External Parasites - We recommend to check regularly for fleas with a flea comb, and to treat fleas as needed, or at the very least, treat for fleas twice a year. Internal Parasites - Parasites can be brought inside accidentally on shoes, or could be encysted in muscles from when your cat was a kitten. Doing preventive de-worming twice a year is recommended. Indoor/Outdoor & Outdoor only cats External and Internal Parasites- Monthly treatments are best for keeping infestations from getting started. Products we trust for External Parasites, and some Internal Parasites: Advantage Multi, Revolution, Frontline, Capstar and Profender.

Dental Care Dental Cleaning Cleaning a cat’s teeth is a safe and necessary way to give your cat a healthy, long life. How often a cat needs to have a full cleaning under anesthesia varies from cat to cat, and your cats needs can be evaluated during a yearly exam.  During the exam the doctor will check your cat’s oral health, and then will make recommendations as to what kitty needs. Costs can vary by quite a bit depending on what each patient’s needs are, and we can provide an estimate after an exam. What happens during a Dental Cleaning?    First, the patient is placed under gas anesthesia, as cats are not the most willing to have their teeth cleaned! Second, we use an Ultrasonic Scaler that is water cooled to clean of the surface of the tooth, and around the gum line. Then, we use a Dental Polisher to polish the teeth. This makes sure the surface of each tooth is smooth, so that tarter has a harder time building up. Next a doctor will do an even more thorough exam of the cat’s teeth and gums. During this the time the doctor will decide if a bad tooth is in need of removal, or if other treatments are necessary.

Blood Work, Urinalysis, Fecal Analysis We routinely send specimens out for analysis, although we have the ability to perform in-house lab work. Serum Chemistry This group of tests evaluates various functions and the structural integrity of the liver. Kidney  These tests monitor the function and health of the kidneys.  They are most sensitive for detecting kidney disease when combines with a urinalysis. Pancreas These tests assess the function and health of the pancreas and carbohydrate metabolism. Electrolytes Important in monitoring the electrical, water, balance and general cellular health of the body. Muscle/Bone Checks for the presence of muscle damage, trauma and inflammation. Thyroid Function Tests These evaluate the function of the thyroid gland. Complete Blood Count To test for anemia, infection, inflammation, leukemia and function of bone marrow. Urinalysis/MA Assesses the health and function of the kidneys and bladder, especially important in older animals for early detection of kidney disease. Parasite Exams/Fecal Checks for parasites in the intestinal tract such as roundworms, whipworms, hookworms, coccidian, heartworm and Giardia.  Blood tested for heartworm disease.

Surgeries Offered Ovariohysterectomy – spay Castration – neuter Eye surgery Orthopedic – Fractures, dislocations, ligament damage Abdominal Exploratories Cancer/mass removals Abscess surgeries

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