The Cat Doctor

09/19/2024

We all know that cats do not always make it obvious that they do not feel good; that is, until they cannot hide it anymore and puke on your bed😅
Below is a very helpful article written by Dr. Heather Berst on recognizing the signs and/or symptoms of pain in your beloved cats, its effect on their quality of life and treatments offered in, if not all then, most veterinary practices around the world.
Our furry friends rely on us to be the voice of reason and the helping hand in their lives, and being able to recognize when they're in pain is one of the best ways to help them you can offer! - 🩷🐾

Understanding acute and chronic pain can help you catch it quickly when your cat is in pain and better work with your veterinarian to diagnose and treat it.

09/16/2024

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09/16/2024

Hey Cool Cats
Our internet cable is in the road, so phones and internet are down. Hope it's repaired early this morning!
EDIT: Phones are back up! Thank y'all so much for your understanding and patience!

09/12/2024

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08/30/2024

We just wanted to come online and tell everybody here who couldn't see the sign on our door that we will be closed this upcoming Monday September 1st for Labor Day.

If any of your babies need medical attention, we recommend taking them to either the Animal Emergency Clinic on Line Avenue, or Valor Veterinary Emergency Hospital near the Heart of Bossier Shopping Center.

Have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend ya'll!

08/28/2024

We sure do miss seeing our friends in the office :'(

Today, we honor and remember the beloved pets who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Their paw prints are forever in our hearts, and their love continues to shine brightly.

08/22/2024

08/08/2024

Hey ya'll.
We at the Cat Doctor are experiencing some heartbreak for a family who had no idea that today would be the day they had to say goodbye to their beloved friend.
We wanted to take the time to make a public service announcement about the dangers that lilies can pose to our little fur babies.

We all know that cat's are curious creatures by nature. They love to play, jump and roam around the house or yard; however, sometimes their inquisitive personalities get the better of them. They are just as drawn to those beautiful bouquets of Stargazer Lilies and colorful clusters of Day-lilies as you are! And while they are common and popular and pose no threat to humans, lilies pose significant dangers for you cats. (And dogs.)

Lilies in the “true lily” and “daylily” families are very dangerous for cats. The entire lily plant is toxic: the stem, leaves, flowers, pollen, and even the water in a vase. Eating just a small amount of a leaf or flower petal, licking a few pollen grains off its fur while grooming, or drinking the water from the vase can cause your cat to develop fatal kidney failure in less than 3 days. The toxin, which only affects cats, has not been identified. Dogs that eat lilies may have minor stomach upset but they don’t develop kidney failure.

Early signs of lily toxicity in cats include decreased activity level, drooling, vomiting, and loss of appetite. These symptoms start 0 to 12 hours after ingestion. Signs of kidney damage start about 12 to 24 hours after ingestion and include increased urination and dehydration. Kidney failure occurs within 24 to 72 hours, leading to death if the cat isn’t treated. Early veterinary treatment greatly improves the cat’s prognosis. However, if treatment is delayed by 18 hours or more after ingestion, the cat will generally develop irreversible kidney failure.

The most dangerous lilies for cats include:
Asiatic lily (including hybrids)
Daylily
Easter lily
Japanese Show lily
Oriental lily
Rubrum lily
Stargazer lily
Tiger lily
Wood lily

Because these lilies are so dangerous for cats and there’s a high risk of death if they’re ingested, it’s best to not bring these plants into your home if you have a cat. It’s also best if you don’t plant them in your garden if your cat goes outside or if your neighbors have outdoor cats.

Other plants may have the word “lily” in their name but they aren’t in the “true lily” or “daylily” families and don’t cause kidney failure in cats. However, these “lily” plants may cause other serious problems if ingested. Both lily-of-the-valley and the gloriosa or flame lily are very dangerous to cats and dogs.

For more information about harmful plants please visit our website at www.catdoctoronline.com
Scroll over on the tab titled Informational Pages, select Poisonous Plants and be sure to research them thoroughly!

This is a lesson we do not want any pet parent's to learn on their own so we are posting this as a public service announcement. Please share this to your own pages to help make as many people aware as possible of the dangers that lilies present to your babies!

Below I've listed the Pet Poison Helpline and the ASPCA Animal poison control telephone numbers and websites! Taking a moment to enter these numbers into your contacts can save yourself any panic in the event of trouble!

We are so so sorry for the family of Pumpkin today, and want to save everyone any future heartbreak.

Pet Poison Helpline:
855-764-7661, www.petpoisonhelpline.com

ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center:
888-426-4435, www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control

08/08/2024

Happy International Cat Day, ya'll!
Be sure to shower your feline overlords with the proper affection during this most auspicious paw-liday!
The overlords featured are our most regal, brooding and demanding ones. Show us your overlords in the comments below!

08/06/2024

Carriers and car rides tend to be very stressful for our fur-friends.
This is a great informational diagram for making sure the carrier is a comfortable place for your cat to be, rather than a harbinger of imminent doom!

National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day reminds us that cats require just as much care as we do! Ongoing regular checkups keep your cat happy and healthy. Learn ways you can help from trusted leaders in feline care. Visit here often for updates, and make sure you sign up

08/02/2024

We have no Doctor's in office today!
If you are having an emergency please contact a local emergency clinic in order for your cat(s) to receive the care they need!

08/01/2024

Only a few of our ferals will let us see them in vulnerable moments like this, and even when this baby is trying to enjoy the morning sun's rays, she's gotta keep one eye open at all times...just in case 🫣😹

07/31/2024

He's too handsome to not have a forever family 🥰
If you want to adopt him, following the instructions in the original post from SBAR!

07/31/2024

We're so grateful to Businessman Earl for keeping us all on track in our day-to-day tasks. He's the purr-fect assistant office manager - 🩷🐾

07/30/2024

Finley expresses a great distaste for the grooming process! Thankfully, he did not feel the need to resort to violence 😹
-🩷🐾

Photos Feature our Vet Tech Meagan and were taken by our other Vet Tech Mya!

07/29/2024

Just a reminder for those who don't know!
We aren't going to have any Doctor's in office this Friday, August 2nd! 😊

07/29/2024

Betty is often forced to endure Vivian's affections in exchange for forcing Vivian to endure her intrusion during nap time -🐾🩷

07/25/2024

Can't forget the cirque-de-soleil technique performed on the curtains 😮‍💨

07/25/2024

Our techs thought up a new way of welcoming local celebrities into the clinic yesterday! It's been a hit so far, and we've loved seeing the smiles on everyone's faces this morning! -🐾🩷

07/24/2024

Goldie deserves an amazing home!! Call S-BAR if you are interested in adopting her into your family!

07/24/2024

07/23/2024

Why I have such a hard time making friends...😄🤣

07/22/2024

August 22 is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day. This serves as a reminder to schedule an annual checkup for your cat. Veterinarians are trained to spot even the slightest signs of illness or disease in cats. Yearly appointments are crucial for early detection and providing the best possible care for your cat. Contact your veterinary practice to book an appointment. Remember, take your cat to the vet because they can’t take themselves. Learn more at https://bit.ly/464LxcF.

07/22/2024

We are not going have any Doctor's in office on Friday, August 2nd.
Please keep this in mind when scheduling appointments for your cats :)

07/18/2024

Did you know, 80% of pet owners think it would be dangerous for anyone other than a licensed veterinarian to make recommendations about life-or-death decisions for their pet. Yet, proposed initiative 145 would allow someone with inadequate training to perform surgery on your pet.

07/18/2024

"When you come upon your cat, deep in meditation, staring thoughtfully at something that you cannot see, just remember that your cat is, in fact, running the universe." -Bonni Elizabeth Hall

Ft. Addie, our attitudinal office cat

07/17/2024

It’s Amazon Prime Day!
While you’re getting amazing deals from Amazon today, please remember send a few things of litter and wet food our way if you can!
Thank you!
http://bit.ly/SBARWishList

07/15/2024

On National Pet Fire Safety Day, we encourage all pet owners to review their fire preparation plans. In addition to these four tips, the AVMA has compiled these resources to help protect your pets in case of a fire or natural disasters: https://bit.ly/3Qi1gP7