Whisker Wellness Center

04/25/2025

Join us and Kitten Lady at The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County’s upcoming community cat and orphan kitten care workshops! Learn more about trap-neuter-return and how to save the lives of kittens born outside. We can’t wait to meet Hannah Shaw! We also heard CatLuminati might come by…hope you can come learn and love on some kitties with us!

04/24/2025

Please welcome our new client service representative, Kristen! You’ll see her smiling face when you walk through our door.

Kristen’s a big-time cat lover with a background in behavioral healthcare and administration who is thrilled to be joining the team. When she’s not at the clinic, you’ll probably find her hiking, playing video games, treasure hunting for vintage fashion, or spending time with her family (and her two fur babies, Lana and Juno)

04/22/2025

Mari 😻 what a gorgeous rescue kitten! Her DNA test is still pending. Any guesses what her breed makeup might be?

04/20/2025

Happy Easter! And remember to keep lilies out of your home. They are super toxic to cats. My kitties are stoked to chase some catnip-filled plastic eggs today. How are you celebrating?

04/20/2025

Happy Easter! We’re open Monday with regular business hours.

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04/19/2025

The Tacoma Humane Society needs donations for the pet food bank! Please spread the word.

As inflation continues to stretch household budgets to the breaking point, local humane societies are sounding the alarm.

04/17/2025

!! Important Announcement !!
We will be closing early today, Thursday April 17th, at 12:00pm.
We will resume normal business hours tomorrow, Friday April 18th at 8:00am and will close at 5:00pm as normal. We will respond to all emails, texts and voicemails from after 12:00pm today, tomorrow morning.

If your pet is experiencing a medical emergency, please seek care at a local urgent or emergency care facility.
Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency
6565 Kimball Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 400-5052
Uptown Animal Hospital & Urgent Care
3316 56th St #104, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 851-7387

We hope everyone gets to enjoy the sun, and has a great Thursday!
Sincerely,
Your Team at Whisker Wellness Center.

04/16/2025

Yes, we are accepting new clients! Yes, we usually have same-day appointments available! Yes, you can schedule appointments online! We get asked these questions regularly and thankfully the answers continue to be yes. ❤️ We are the first cat-exclusive veterinary hospital in Gig Harbor and excited to show your family how cat-centric care can make a difference in your kitty’s health and wellbeing.

Learn more about us and schedule online at

Welcome to Whisker Wellness Center, your premier destination for cat-centric care. Our expert team specializes in feline health and happiness. Book your appointment now and give your beloved cat the purr-fect care they deserve!

04/10/2025

We always love when our kitty patients come out of their carriers and make themselves right at home. Sometimes they roll around, sometimes they ask for petting, and sometimes they want to play!

Our hospital is a calm place with no strong smells or loud noises to frighten our patients. No dogs, no waiting at the reception area, and you stay with your kitty throughout the entire doctor appointment. No taking your kitty “to the back”.

We think cats notice these distinctions and feel more at ease here 😻

Cat-exclusive veterinary hospital in Gig Harbor helping cats live extraordinary lives.

04/09/2025

Quimby has unfortunately been a bit of a frequent flier with us this year 😬 First he had a stomach virus, then he got sick from eating a stinkbug, and last week he came in with an infected wound that we think came from getting tangled in a section of the fence on his property. Happily he bounced back quickly after each misadventure and he has pet insurance so his family doesn’t have to worry about the cost of his care!

Hopefully Quimby stays out of trouble now but we’re here if he needs us ❤️

04/06/2025

Some of the simplest fun you can have is by fostering a litter of kittens. Kitten chaos isn’t your thing? Adult kitties need foster homes too! Reach out to a local shelter or rescue group and ask how you can help.

04/04/2025

Did you know cats can get acupuncture too? Biscuit came in a couple weeks ago struggling to walk and Dr. Hicks determined she had inflammation in her spinal cord in her neck. She was in so much pain that she could barely hold her head up! She relaxed with needle placement and basically napped through her treatment. After treatment, she started medication to reduce inflammation and pain. She looked like a whole new cat at her recheck appointment this week!

04/01/2025

Whisker Wellness Center is ready to expand our team and we seek an experienced Client Service Representative! Learn more about our ideal candidate and what we offer below.

Who We Look For:
Crazy about cats… check.
Naturally warm and caring… check.
Crazy talented and eager to reach your potential… check.

Responsibilities include:
* Welcoming and aiding clients with a friendly, competent demeanor
* Clear communication via phone and email with clients
* Managing appointments and cultivating a smooth flow of operations
* Creating a comfortable and low-stress environment for our feline patients
* Reviewing, uploading, and transmitting patient medical records
* Checking clients in and out of the hospital, collecting payment, and forward booking appointments
* Basic cleaning and stocking supplies in hospital
* There may be cross training with the Veterinary Assistant position, which includes patient handling, if desired

Requirements include:
* Passion for cats and cat people
* 2 years of prior experience as a Veterinary CSR/Receptionist
* Excellent communication and organizational skills
* Self-motivated, personable, and dedicated to providing top quality service to patients and clients
* Ability to prioritize and switch tasks in a fast-paced environment
* Familiarity with EzyVet software a bonus
* Medication clerk license a bonus

Compensation/Benefits include:
* Salary Range $20 to $24/hour
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* 401(k) with matching
* Employee discount
*No night or weekend shifts - 4 day work week

You'll appreciate our supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth. You'll love our location in the center of beautiful Gig Harbor. Ready to join our team? Please send your resume
and cover letter to [email protected]

03/31/2025

Ever wonder how we collect a urine sample from a cat? Gandalf the Gray demonstrates in this video. We use an ultrasound probe to visualize the bladder. Then we gently position the kitty to allow us to access the bladder and, using a sterile needle and syringe, directly collect urine from the bladder. No heavy handed restraint or holding a cat by their scruff. You can see Gandalf eat Churu while Dr. Hicks pets him. He’s not sedated, he’s just relaxed. (Normally we have someone directly offer a treat to the kitty’s face but Dr. Hicks asked Carmen to record this video instead.)

Fun fact: for fans of the TV show The Pitt, we use the same portable Butterfly ultrasound that the ER doctors use in the later episodes.

03/28/2025

Alfred 😻 We love former street cats!

03/25/2025

Carrot from Feisty Felines visited us today 😻

03/20/2025

Norovirus struck our team and we are short-staffed today! Please leave a voicemail and we’ll call you back. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

03/19/2025

Nothing like birdwatching while getting an ultrasound exam! Mickey enjoyed some TLC provided by our partnership with South Sound Veterinary Imaging. We can offer advanced care in our cat-friendly setting to help your kitty feel their best.