Financial Info + FAQS

We will evaluate your cat's unique needs to help you determine the ideal time to spay or neuter your cat. In general, most veterinary professionals recommend spaying or neutering around four to six months of age.

Microchipping is a simple yet invaluable measure that significantly increases the chances of a happy reunion if your cat ever wanders away. Unlike collars or tags, microchips are permanent and cannot be removed or lost. The process involves implanting a tiny chip under your cat's skin, containing a unique identification number linked to your contact details. This ensures quick and reliable identification, increasing the chances of being reunited with a lost cat. You will need to keep your address up-to-date in the microchip database when it is first implanted and then whenever you move.

You will need the microchip number, which we will provide to you when you microchip your cat at our clinic. If your cat already has a microchip, we can scan your cat for that information. To register for free, go to https://www.freepetchipregistry.com/. There is no annual fee, and usually no upfront cost to register your cat’s microchip. If the microchip was previously registered to another owner (such as in the case of a private adoption), and you are changing the name of the owner on record, then there may be a one-time fee for this change.

Dental disease is more than just bad cat breath. If not removed, plaque and tartar buildup on your cat's teeth and gum line can cause tooth decay and gum disease, which can result in pain and even tooth loss. Harmful oral bacteria can also be released into the bloodstream, putting your cat's health at risk. Our dental cleaning is under general anesthesia, so we can properly clean and radiograph all the teeth at that time. This will safeguard your cat's oral and overall health.

Common signs of a cat emergency may include the following:

• Difficulty breathing
• Extreme coughing or choking
• Ingestion of a foreign body
• Ingestion of toxins or poisonous substances
• Bloating or a swollen or painful abdomen
• Severe diarrhea or vomiting
• Difficulty urinating or defecating
• Seizures or convulsions
• Unconsciousness, weakness, or lethargy
• Inability to stand or walk
• Heavy bleeding that will not stop
• Traumatic wounds (abscesses, bites, cuts, etc.)

Cats are masters at hiding their pain, so if you have any concerns, contact our office to schedule a same-day appointment. If we are unable to see your cat, we will refer you to a local urgent care or emergency clinic. If your cat experiences an emergency after office hours, please contact an emergency veterinarian for immediate care.