Very similar to people. We use a needle, and we draw from whatever part in the kitty that is comfortable for them....
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You should observe them for some time afterward because they can hide it, spit it up, or spit it out if they didn't take it....
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Certainly doesn't seem to be. I've microchipped hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of cats, and it's a syringe with a needle on it....
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We try to make it as stress-free as possible, whether we are distracting by petting or using the catnip or treats if they're food motivated....
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Miss Thing here is not too keen about the food. She's not one to believe us that it's not going to have medication in it....
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I would not.
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Bonding comes through play. That's the best way I like to bond with my kids. Find what they love. Some cats will fetch....
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That's a great question. Yes and no. Certain values might help us determine if there's a risk or an indication of cancer....
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I don't know if that is possible entirely, but things to think about would be: is there something that you would not want them to be on or potentia...
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Yeah, there are a few on the market. The vast majority are not going to be safe....
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Mainly for baseline lab values....
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So if you have some concerns about carpet or things like that, you could always try to keep your kitten off of the carpeted areas if you're worried...
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Never. I know that sounds crazy, but punishment is never a good option....
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If we detect abnormalities, we want to follow up and make sure that they have improved with the treatment....
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That's a great question. I'll answer that by saying cats are sensitive to many medications....
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Well, good question. We use HomeAgain microchips. These sterile syringes come in little packages. Inside the syringe is a sterile microchip....
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Medications that are safe to give to your cat are ones we give them after a full history, physical exam, assessment, and perhaps even some diagnost...
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The pet’s age would determine that, along with the results of other tests that you do that might spur you on a different test....
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No, cats are very sensitive whenever it comes to NSAIDs, and if you give too many of them, or if you're not getting the correct dosing or the corre...
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We may order that as a general baseline or wellness test to determine if your pet is hiding anything or having some reference values....