
What to Know: CatsOnly Aurora Opens Sept. 21
By Kristin Wuhrman • September 15, 2026
CatsOnly opens its first location on September 21, 2026, at Stanley Marketplace in Aurora, Colorado. Designed entirely around feline needs, this cat-only veterinary hospital offers a calmer, more thoughtful approach to preventive care, illness visits, dentistry, and lifelong wellness for cats and the people who love them.
When does CatsOnly Aurora open?
CatsOnly Aurora opens Monday, September 21, 2026, inside Stanley Marketplace. The opening marks an exciting milestone for Colorado Cat families: a veterinary hospital created from the ground up through a Cat’s lens.
Stanley Marketplace is a vibrant destination in Aurora, making it easy to combine a veterinary visit with time in one of the area’s most recognizable community spaces. Before visiting, check the Stanley Marketplace location page for current details, directions, and contact information.
Why is CatsOnly different from a traditional veterinary hospital?
CatsOnly is designed exclusively for Cats. That focus shapes everything from the environment and handling approach to the way appointments are planned and delivered.
Cats experience veterinary visits differently from dogs and people. Unfamiliar sounds, strong smells, barking, busy waiting rooms, and sudden handling can make a routine appointment feel overwhelming. A cat-only setting allows the team to think carefully about those stressors and create a more comfortable experience.
CatsOnly was built around key feline needs, including:
- A calmer environment designed specifically for Cats
- Cat-conscious handling and communication
- Veterinary care focused entirely on feline health
- Time to understand each cat’s habits, behavior, and history
- A supportive experience for both Cats and their families
You can learn more about the CatsOnly philosophy on the About Us page.
What services will CatsOnly provide?
CatsOnly will support Cats through many stages of life, from kittenhood through senior years. The goal is not simply to treat illness, but to help families understand changes early and make confident care decisions.
Services include:
- Preventive and wellness examinations
- Kitten visits and lifelong health planning
- Illness evaluations
- Dentistry and oral health care
- Nutrition and behavior consultations
- Surgery and related care
- Urinary, digestive, and quality-of-life support
Explore the full range of CatsOnly services , or review preventive care resources before your Cat’s first appointment.
How can Aurora Cat parents prepare for a first visit?
A little preparation can make the trip easier. Cats often notice changes in routine, so begin calmly and give yourself plenty of time on appointment day.
Before leaving home
- Leave the carrier out ahead of time with a familiar blanket or treat inside.
- Use bedding that smells like home rather than freshly laundered fabric.
- Avoid chasing your Cat around the house when it is time to leave.
- Bring medication details, previous medical records, and a list of questions.
- Note changes in appetite, drinking, litter box habits, mobility, or behavior.
The Carrier Guide includes practical ways to make carrier travel less stressful. You can also explore Pre-Visit Calm for additional preparation ideas.
What should you tell the veterinary team?
Cats are experts at hiding discomfort. Small changes can provide important clues, so share anything unusual, even if it seems minor. Helpful observations include:
- Changes in eating or drinking
- Hiding, irritability, or unusual vocalization
- Changes in urination or stool
- Weight gain or weight loss
- Grooming changes or sensitivity to touch
- Difficulty jumping, walking, or using stairs
Short videos from home can be especially useful. A Cat may behave differently in a clinic than it does in its normal environment.
What should Aurora residents do if their Cat is sick?
If your Cat has sudden or severe symptoms, contact a veterinary professional promptly. Difficulty breathing, collapse, repeated vomiting, serious injury, inability to urinate, or extreme weakness may require urgent attention.
CatsOnly offers information to help families recognize concerning situations, including guidance for general emergencies , GI emergencies , and urinary emergencies . When in doubt, call for guidance rather than waiting for symptoms to worsen.
For routine concerns, you can review the Illness Visit guide before booking. If you are unsure whether your Cat needs immediate care, use the Emergency Care resources and contact a veterinary professional.
How can I book with CatsOnly?
CatsOnly also offers information about its membership options , pricing , and app . Reviewing these resources in advance can help you choose the right way to manage your Cat’s ongoing care.
A new kind of veterinary experience for cats
CatsOnly’s opening at Stanley Marketplace brings cat-focused veterinary care to Aurora on September 21, 2026. The hospital is designed for Cats’ physical health, emotional comfort, and unique way of experiencing the world. If you live in Aurora or nearby, explore the location, review visit-preparation resources, and book when your Cat is due for care. Whether your Cat needs a wellness exam, treatment for a concern, or support through a new life stage, CatsOnly is here to make veterinary care feel more thoughtful from the start.
This article is for educational purposes and reflects general feline health information. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an examination by a veterinarian who knows your Cat. Every Cat is an individual, and recommendations can change with age, history, and physical findings. If you notice a change from your Cat's normal baseline, or you have questions about your Cat's health, contact your veterinary Care Team. If your Cat is struggling to breathe, unable to urinate, or collapsed, seek veterinary care immediately.

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