December 2008
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In this issue:
Happy Holidays
Clinic Open Hours
New Nursing Staff
Greenies are Back!
Patient Case Report
Pet Insurance
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Site of the Month
www.fabcats.org
"An extremely useful health information website for all cat lovers"
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Cats don't like change without their consent.
- Roger A. Caras
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Cat whispers is a special e-mewsletter for our valued clients. Each edition we bring you up to date on what's happening at the hospital as well as interesting information and facts on pets and pet healthcare.
Visit our website at www.catdoctor.com.au
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Happy Holidays
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The staff at the Cat Clinic would like to wish all of our feline friends and their staff a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
For those of you holidaying with us over the Christmas period, there will be some special treats to make it feel like a very merry Christmas!
Christmas and New Year Opening Hours
Wednesday, 24th Dec 8am-3pm (#)
Thursday, 25th Dec (Christmas Day) CLOSED
Friday, 26th Dec (Boxing Day) CLOSED
Wednesday, 31st Dec 8am – 3pm (#)
Thursday, 1st Jan (New Years Day) CLOSED
Friday, 2nd Jan 8am-3pm (#)
Saturday, 3rd Jan 9am-12pm (*)
Sunday, 4th Jan CLOSED
(#) Early closing time
(*) No veterinary consults
If your cat requires veterinary attention over the holiday break, please contact one of the following veterinary centres:
Southern Animal Emergency Centre,
Highett – 9532 5261
Animal Emergency Centre,
Mt Waverley – 9803 8122
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Welcome to Lara and Louise
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Some of you may have recognised a familiar face back at the Cat Clinic.
We would like to welcome back Lara. After leaving the clinic to pursue a career in occupational health and safety (yes, she is now our health and safety officer!), she has decided to return to veterinary nursing part-time. Lara shares her life with her husband Greg and Vincent the cat.
Louise is the newest addition to our nursing team. Louise accepted a full time veterinary nursing / cattery attendant position at the Cat Clinic in April 2008. Louise has extensive experience in publishing and graphic design. One of her roles at the clinic will be creative input into our handouts and newsletters. She is currently studying for her certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing at Box Hill TAFE. Louise loves everything cats & shares her life with two felines, “Lilac” - a cheeky, young exotic shorthair, and “Teddy” - a beautiful Persian boy.
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Lara
Louise
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Greenies are Back!
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Many of your cats have been waiting in anticipation for the return of Feline GreeniesÒ. Well they’re back!Feline Greenies dental treats are 100% nutritionally complete and balanced. They contain no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, and for those cats watching their weight – they contain less than two calories! It’s the teeth cleaning treat cats love. And with 5 flavours to spoil your cat, they will entice even the most finicky of eaters. Choose from: Chicken, Beef, Liver, Salmon and Ocean Fish flavours.
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Patient Case Report
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Indiana (Indy), a gorgeous 4 month-old male Birman presented to the Cat Clinic earlier this year, with a two-day history of inappetence and vomiting.
On physical examination, Indy was quiet. He had a thickened section of intestine that was painful to touch. We suspected that Indy may have an intestinal foreign body or a viral gastroenteritis. An abdominal x-ray revealed no evidence of an intestinal foreign body. Blood tests showed that Indy was dehydrated and that he had low blood protein. Indy was started on intravenous fluids and antibiotics, but when he failed to respond he underwent a general anaesthetic and exploratory abdominal surgery.
At surgery, Indy’s small intestine was very inflamed and his abdominal lymph nodes (glands) were enlarged. Richard collected biopsy samples that revealed severe damage to the intestinal lining due to a virus. Indy recovered well from surgery and was commenced on treatment for his severe viral enteritis. He received two plasma transfusions, from two of our brave blood donors, due to his low blood protein. A feeding tube was placed to allow food administration. Indy also received intravenous fluids, antibiotics, pain relief and anti-nausea drugs. After 16 days in hospital, Indy finally went home. He continues to do well at home and he has completely recovered from his severe viral enteritis. His owner, Caroline, was fortunate that his unexpected illness was covered by pet insurance, and that all of his medical expenses (which totalled more than $4000) were paid for by the insurance company.
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Indy during treatment
Indy full recovered
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Pet Insurance
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Pet insurance is gaining in popularity. With its relative low cost and comprehensive coverage, many pet owners are opting to insure their feline friends.
Pet insurance offers pet owners piece of mind when it comes to unexpected veterinary treatment, and ensures that their cats receive the care they deserve when they need it.
People look for different things from pet insurance. The type of insurance cover chosen will depend on a number of things, such as the health coverage required and the budget available. Pet insurance can provide cover for veterinary treatment or surgery required for accident or illness, or assist with everyday preventative health care, such as vaccinations, worming, flea control and routine dental healthcare.
Pet insurance, like other insurance policies, is based on the payment of a regular premium. The cost of this premium will depend on the level of cover. Most pet insurance policies will cover at least 80% of the veterinary account, or in some cases will cover the entire account except for the first $100. Like any insurance policy, it is important that you take the time to read the full terms and conditions of the policy, so that you understand all of the benefits and limitations.
Pet insurance is there to help assist with the cost of caring for your cat if they require veterinary assistance. That means, you don’t have to worry about the financial side of things, and can focus on helping your cat get better.
When you are in the clinic next, ask the nurses for some brochures regarding the various companies that offer cat health insurance.
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