Veterinary Services For Cats
A Comprehensive Approach to Feline Veterinary Medicine
The veterinarians and support staff at Southern Crossing Animal Hospital have sought to achieve the highest standards of veterinary medicine and surgery. We celebrate that cats are part of the family, yours and ours.
We Support Every Stage Of Your Cat’s Life
As your feline friend grows, he or she will move through six distinct stages of life:
- Kitten: 0—6 months
- Junior: 7 months—2 years
- Prime: 3—6 years
- Mature: 7—10 years
- Senior: 11—14 years
- Geriatric: 15+ years
Cats are very good at hiding illness. In fact, most cats will simply become less active and less interactive when very ill. Any signs of illness that a cat may show will be very subtle. Therefore, any change in their behavior should warrant a consideration that they may be ill. Many clients will return from work to find that their cat simply does not greet them at the door as usual. This may be an indication that your cat is ill. Because the signs of cat illness are so subtle, if you should notice any obvious changes in behavior please call our office.
Cat Health Services and Treatments
At Southern Crossing Animal Hospital we specialize in the following cat health services for cats of all ages, breeds, and circumstances:
- Allergy Treatment: Cats commonly face a number of allergens that can cause a wide variety of symptoms, from itchy skin to over grooming to gastrointestinal symptoms. We provide the necessary treatment to provide health and comfort for your cat.
- Anesthesia: We have the facilities, equipment, medicine, and knowledge to ensure your cat stays safe while under anesthesia.
- Behavior Services: Your cat’s behavior is not genetically inherent, but can be learned and unlearned with your commitment and our help.
- Cancer Treatment: Cancer can be such a devastating diagnosis but treatment is possible. Our team will provide medical and surgical options for your cat diagnosed with cancer.
- Cardiology: At Southern Crossing we provide diagnostic chest x-rays, blood pressure measurement, cardiac ultrasound (diagnostic echocardiogram) and EKGs to properly diagnose and care for your pet’s heart.
- Dental Care: Cats are unique in their dental disease; therefore, our knowledge and dental experience can help prevent and treat your cat”s dental conditions, including periodontal disease.
- Dermatology: While diagnosing skin conditions early is highly beneficial in treatment, we diagnose and treat skin conditions at all stages.
- Deworming: Intestinal parasites are a danger to both your pet and your family, so let us ensure that your cat is protected from worms.
- Diagnostic Imaging: Diagnostic imaging (x-rays and ultrasound) allows our veterinarians to accurately diagnose your cat’s condition so that the proper treatment can be prescribed.
- Emergency Care: We offer emergency care services during normal office hours.
- Eye Care: Our doctors are trained to recognize feline-specific eye disease and choose treatments based upon efficacy and your cat’s tolerance to specific treatments.
- Flea & Tick: We employ safe and effective flea & tick treatments for your cat’s health and happiness.
- Heartworm Prevention: We specialize in heartworm education prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for your cat.
- Hygiene: Proper feline hygiene is an important component of a healthy happy lifestyle. We offer services such as therapeutic cat grooms, nail trims, and anal gland expressions.
- Kitten Care: We help you learn to care for your kitten through education and nutritional awareness while providing the proper preventive medical treatments
- Laboratory: Our laboratory testing services mean faster and more accurate diagnostics and treatments for your cat.
- Medications: When your cat requires medication our doctors will provide the right prescription.
- Microchip ID: Microchipping is the best way to aid in having your cat returned safely should he or she become lost.
- Nutrition: We will address the specialized nutritional requirements for your cat in different life stages and to aid in the management of certain illnesses
- Pain Management: We specialize in effective and compassionate pain management for your cat regardless of age, ability or condition.
- Preventive Care: Our comprehensive preventive care program is the first step to ensuring that your cat has a long healthy life.
- Semi-Annual Wellness Exams: A cornerstone of preventive care, semi-annual wellness exams help prolong life by allowing health issues to be identified and addressed early.
- Senior Care: We understand the special needs of aging cats, and we will partner with you to provide the optimal plan for your aging feline.
- Spay or Neuter: We provide a safe and painless surgical experience for your cat.
- Surgery: Our facilities, equipment, experience veterinary surgeons and surgical team offer your cat the best opportunity for a successful surgery and recovery.
- Ultrasound: We use ultrasound as part of our diagnostic imaging tools.
- Ultrasound guided biopsy: We procure biopsy tissue samples through a less invasive procedure guided by our ultrasound.
- Vaccinations: Our veterinarians will recommend an individualized and personalized vaccination protocol based on your cat’s needs.