Comprehensive Cat Care at Harvey Memorial Animal Hospital
At Harvey Memorial Animal Hospital, we understand that cats have unique physical and emotional needs. Our feline-focused approach follows the latest international standards from the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) to make every visit as comfortable and beneficial as possible.
A Cat-Friendly Veterinary Experience
We've designed our hospital to reduce stress and create a calm, cat-friendly environment:
- Separate areas or quiet waiting zones for cats whenever possible
- Soft bedding, hiding spaces, and minimal restraint during exams
- Gentle handling techniques and pheromone use to help cats feel safe
- Staff specially trained in feline behavior and low-stress handling
These steps improve your cat's comfort, reduce anxiety, and ensure accurate medical assessment.
Individualized Life-Stage Wellness Care
Cats age quickly and have changing needs throughout their lives. We recommend:
- Kittens (birth–1 year): Exams every 3–4 weeks until 15 weeks old for vaccines, parasite control, nutrition, and socialization guidance.
- Young Adults (1–6 years): Annual wellness exams with dental checks, behavior review, and preventive care updates.
- Mature Adults (7–10 years): Semi-annual visits focusing on early detection of weight, kidney, and dental issues.
- Seniors (10+ years): Biannual exams including lab work and pain/cognitive assessments for comfort and quality of life.
Vaccination & Disease Prevention
Vaccination remains one of the most effective ways to protect cats from serious diseases.
- Core vaccines: FVRCP (feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, panleukopenia), rabies, and feline leukemia (FeLV for all kittens).
- Non-core vaccines: Based on lifestyle and exposure risk (e.g., outdoor access, multi-cat homes). We tailor vaccine schedules for each cat's age, environment, and health status.
Meeting Indoor Cats' Physical & Emotional Needs
Indoor cats rely on us to meet their instinctual needs. We help owners create enriching environments that support the five pillars of a healthy feline life:
- Safe spaces to hide and rest
- Multiple separated resources (food, water, litter boxes, resting areas)
- Play and predatory outlets to engage natural instincts
- Positive, predictable human interaction
- Respect for their senses – minimizing loud sounds and strong smells
By meeting these needs, cats experience fewer behavioral and stress-related health issues.
Our Promise
Every cat who visits us receives gentle, personalized, and preventive care designed to support both body and mind – from kittenhood to their golden years. Our goal is to make every visit less stressful and every cat healthier, happier, and more relaxed.
Cat Health Services and Treatments
At Harvey Memorial Animal Hospital we specialize in the following cat health services for cats of all ages, breeds, and circumstances:
- Allergy Testing: Cats commonly face a number of allergens that can cause a wide variety of symptoms, allergy testing can help us to identify and properly treat the root cause of some issues
- Anesthesia: We have the facilities, equipment, medicine, and knowledge to ensure your cat stays safe while under anesthesia
- Bathing and Hygiene: Proper feline hygiene is an important component of a healthy happy lifestyle
- Behavior Services: Your cat's behavior is not genetically inherent, but can be learned and unlearned with your commitment and our help
- Boarding: If you are going on a trip and want to make sure that your cat is well taken care of, our staff can ensure high-quality affordable care
- Cancer Treatment: Our communicative, community approach to cancer treatment makes all the difference for you and your cat
- Cardiology: Our first-rate facilities, equipment, and professional knowledge allow us to get to the heart of your cat's health and wellness matters
- Declawing: With a focus on education and compassionate cat care, we can help you decide whether declawing is the right option or whether you should consider alternatives
- Dental Care: Our knowledge and dental experience can help prevent and treat your cat's dental conditions, including periodontal disease
- Dermatology: While, diagnosing skin conditions early is highly beneficial in treatment if a skin condition has already developed, it must be addressed before it worsens
- Deworming: Intestinal parasites are a danger to both your pet and your family, so let us ensure that your cat is protected from worms
- Diagnostic Imaging: Diagnostic imaging allows our veterinarians and technicians to accurately diagnose your cat's condition so that the proper treatment can be prescribed
- Emergency Care: We specialize in comprehensive emergency care, and our facilities are designed to address any veterinary emergency your cat may have
- Eye Care: Our doctors are trained to recognize feline specific eye disease and choose treatments based upon efficacy and your cat's tolerance to specific treatments
- Flea & Tick: We employ safe and effective flea & tick treatments for your cat's health and happiness
- Heartworm Prevention: We specialize in heartworm education prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for your cat
- House Calls: We are very sensitive to the needs of our clients and patients and, in some cases, a house call is the best way to deliver care
- Kitten Care: We help you learn to care for your kitten through education and nutritional awareness while providing the proper preventive medical treatments
- Laboratory: Our laboratory testing services mean faster and more accurate diagnostics and treatments for your cat
- Laparoscopic Surgery: Our state-of-the-art tools and facilities allow us to perform less invasive and safer laparoscopic surgery on your cat
- Laser Therapy: Our cold laser therapy is a tool used to treat cats for post-operative pain, arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions. It is painless and well tolerated by all cats
- Medications: When your cat requires medication our doctors will provide the right prescription
- Microchip ID: Microchipping is the best way to aid in having your cat returned safely should he or she become lost
- Nutrition: We will address the specialized nutritional requirements for your cat in different life stages and to aid in the management of certain illnesses
- Pain Management: We specialize in effective and compassionate pain management for your cat regardless of age, ability or condition
- Preventive Care: Our comprehensive preventive care program is the first step to ensuring that your cat has a long healthy life
- Semi-Annual Wellness Exams: A cornerstone of preventive care, semi-annual wellness exams help prolong life by allowing health issues to be identified and addressed early
- Senior Care: We understand the special needs of aging cats, and we will partner with you to provide the optimal plan for your aging feline
- Spay or Neuter: We provide a safe and painless surgical experience for your cat
- Surgery: Our facilities, equipment, and staff offer your cat the best option for a successful surgery and recovery
- Vaccinations: Our veterinarians will recommend an individualized and personalized vaccination protocol based on your cat's needs