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Prescription Diet®

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Therapeutic food available at your veterinarian

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Therapeutic food available at your veterinarian

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ScienceDiet®

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Prescription Diet®

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Therapeutic food available at your veterinarian

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Tips on taking your cat to the veterinarian

THE CAT CARRIER
  • Always transport the cat in a carrier or other safe container.
  • Train cats to view the carrier as a safe haven and "home away from home." Keep the carrier out in the home. Put a few kibbles of Science Diet® cat food, favorite toys, or blankets inside to entice the cat into the carrier.
  • Carriers with both top and front openings are recommended. Top-loading carriers allow for stress-free placement and removal of the cat and enable them to be examined while remaining in the bottom half of the carrier.
  • Bring the cat's favorite treats, toys, and blanket. If the cat likes to be groomed, bring its favorite grooming equipment.
  • If the cat has previously had negative experiences at a veterinary hospital, the veterinarian may prescribe a short-duration antianxiety medication that should be given approximately one hour prior to the visit.
THE CAR RIDE
  • Take the cat for regular rides in the carrier, starting with very short ones, to places other than the veterinary hospital.
  • Because cats may get carsick, do not feed the cat for at least an hour prior to travel.
AT THE HOSPITAL
  • Reward desired behaviors, even small ones, with treats, verbal praise, and other things the cat likes (e.g., brushing, massaging, playing).
  • Remain calm and speak in a soft voice to help the cat remain calm. If a situation is upsetting for the pet owner, the cat may do better if that person leaves the room.
  • Always allow a trained veterinary team member to handle the cat. Even the sweetest and most laid-back cat can become aroused and fearful in a strange environment. Anxiety may cause the cat to act out of character and bite or scratch.
  • Discuss techniques that might make future visits more relaxing for the pet owner and the cat.

Download a printable PDF of these tips.

Source: Making Your Practice Feline-friendly Brochure
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