Our Services
Clinically excellent.
Emotionally
intelligent.
Every service at CatsOnly is delivered through the lens of feline behavioral science, ensuring care is both clinically effective and thoughtfully experienced.
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We treat the whole Cat. Here’s where to look based on what’s going on.
Due for a checkup or shots
Vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, or not eating
Bad breath or trouble eating
Litter box or urinary changes
Hiding, aggression, or other behavior changes
Upcoming spay, neuter, or other surgery
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Wellness & Preventive Care
The foundation of a long, healthy life begins with consistent, proactive care. Every wellness visit is built around the individual Cat, their life stage, environment, sensory needs, and history. We follow wellness guidelines from the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) and tailor every plan to where your Cat is in their life and health journey.
Life-Stage Wellness Exams
A physical exam tailored to your Cat’s exact life stage, from kitten to senior.
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Kitten wellness exams and new patient visits
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Adult wellness exams (annual)
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Senior wellness exams (biannual, age 11 and older)
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Geriatric wellness exams and palliative care consultations
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New Cat and pre-adoption consultations
Vaccinations
Vaccines that protect against serious illness, scheduled only as often as your Cat actually needs.
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Core: protection against panleukopenia (FPV), herpesvirus (FHV-1), calicivirus (FCV), and rabies
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FeLV (feline leukemia virus) vaccination based on lifestyle and risk
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Kitten booster series
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Evidence-based intervals, not reflexively annual
Infectious Disease Testing
Testing for viruses that can affect your Cat, even when there are no visible symptoms.
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FeLV and FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) combination testing
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Status counseling and household management planning
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FIP (feline infectious peritonitis) testing and treatment options
Parasite Prevention
Protecting your Cat from worms, fleas, and other parasites before they become a problem.
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Intestinal parasite testing (fecal)
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Heartworm testing and prevention counseling
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Flea and tick prevention planning
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Deworming
Identification & Body Condition
A microchip and an assessment of weight and muscle condition to track changes over time.
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Microchipping
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Body Condition Score (BCS) and Muscle Condition Score (MCS)
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Nutritional assessment and personalized feeding counseling
Sterilization
Spay and neuter surgery, performed safely and at the right age for your Cat.
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Spay and neuter, Fix Felines by Five philosophy
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TNR consultation and referral support
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Diagnostics & Imaging
Accurate diagnosis begins with the right information, gathered with the least stress possible. Our in-house capabilities allow us to act quickly and decisively, while our commitment to feline-specific interpretation means we consider behavior, emotional state, and context alongside every result.
Complete Laboratory
Blood and urine testing, done in-house, to understand what’s happening inside your Cat’s body.
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Complete blood count (CBC)
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Comprehensive chemistry and organ function panels
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Urinalysis and urine culture and sensitivity
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Fecal testing and parasite identification
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FeLV and FIV rapid testing
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Thyroid panel (T4, TSH, free T4)
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Cardiac biomarker testing (proBNP)
Diagnostic Imaging
X-rays and ultrasound that let us see inside your Cat to identify the source of a problem.
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Digital full-body radiography (X-rays)
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Abdominal ultrasound
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Cardiac screening via echocardiography (a heart ultrasound)
Cardiac Wellness & HCM Screening
Early screening for the most common heart disease in Cats, so treatment can start before symptoms appear.
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Blood pressure monitoring (Doppler and oscillometric)
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Screening for HCM (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, the most common feline heart disease) with a blood biomarker test (proBNP), beginning at age 6
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Genetic screening for high-risk Cats
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Pulse oximetry and capnography
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Dentistry & Oral Health
Dental disease is among the most common and most overlooked sources of chronic pain in Cats. Oral health at CatsOnly is never optional or cosmetic, it is a core component of whole-body wellness.
Full Feline Dental Resource
Feline oral health is a complex and critically important area of medicine. We have dedicated a full resource page to Cat Parent education on dental disease, the COHAT procedure (a comprehensive oral health assessment and treatment, done under anesthesia), home care, and what to expect.
Important: Anesthesia-free dental procedures are not offered at CatsOnly and should not be performed. They are not a safe or effective alternative to proper dental care under anesthesia.
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Surgery & Anesthesia
Every surgical procedure begins well before the operating room. Managing fear, pain, and stress before, during, and after surgery is not a courtesy, it is medicine. Every Cat under anesthesia at CatsOnly has a dedicated, credentialed monitoring technician, and regional nerve blocks are used for all surgical and dental procedures.
Surgical Procedures
Soft tissue surgery, growth and tumor removal, bladder stone removal, and other common procedures.
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Spay (ovariohysterectomy) and neuter (castration)
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Soft tissue surgery
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Mass and tumor removal and biopsy
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Wound management and laceration repair
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Foreign body removal
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Exploratory laparotomy
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Cystotomy (bladder stone removal)
Anesthesia Standards
Species-specific anesthesia protocols, with a dedicated, credentialed veterinary technician monitoring your Cat throughout the entire procedure.
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Feline-specific anesthesia protocols
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Pre-anesthetic bloodwork and individualized risk assessment
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Pre-visit anxiolytic protocols
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Regional and local nerve blocks for every surgical and dental case
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Multimodal perioperative pain management
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Continuous dedicated credentialed technician monitoring throughout
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Thermal support and fluid therapy as standard
We Are a Claw Friendly Veterinary Practice
CatsOnly does not perform elective onychectomy (declawing). We follow the FelineVMA’s position that scratching is a normal feline behavior and that declawing impairs feline welfare by inhibiting their ability to perform that behavior.
Long-term consequences of declawing include chronic pain, behavioral changes, and increased litter box avoidance. Our team is trained in alternatives, including appropriate scratching surfaces and environmental enrichment, regular nail trims, nail caps, and behavior consultation for problematic scratching.
Source: FelineVMA Claw Friendly Educational Toolkit · catvets.com
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Internal Medicine
Cats are biologically distinct from every other species. Their metabolism, pain pathways, stress responses, and disease presentations are uniquely their own. Every medical decision is evidence-based, individualized, and delivered with the understanding that emotional wellbeing and physical health are inseparable. Behavior is a vital sign.
Kidney & Urinary
Diagnosis and management of kidney disease and bladder conditions, two of the most common health issues in Cats.
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) staging and management
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Lower urinary tract disease and idiopathic cystitis (a common, painful bladder condition with no single identifiable cause)
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Urinary obstruction assessment
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Systemic hypertension
Cardiovascular
Ongoing management of heart disease, helping Cats live longer, more comfortable lives.
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HCM (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a common feline heart disease) screening, diagnosis, and long-term management
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Cardiac medication management
Endocrine & Metabolic
Treatment for thyroid disease, diabetes, and other conditions that affect the body’s metabolism.
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Hyperthyroidism: medical management and guidance on I-131 (radioactive iodine) therapy
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Feline diabetes: insulin management and remission monitoring
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Systemic hypertension: primary and secondary
GI & Hepatic
Diagnosis and treatment of digestive and liver conditions, from short-term issues to chronic disease.
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IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) and gastrointestinal inflammation
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Pancreatitis and triaditis (inflammation of the pancreas, intestines, and liver together)
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Hepatic lipidosis (fatty liver disease) diagnosis and nutritional support
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Constipation and megacolon management
Respiratory
Care for Cats with asthma, chronic cough, or difficulty breathing.
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Feline asthma and chronic bronchitis
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Inhaler training and ongoing management
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Upper respiratory infections, acute and chronic
Dermatology & Other
Treatment for skin conditions, hair loss, and other related health concerns.
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Allergic skin disease and over-grooming
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Psychogenic alopecia (hair loss from stress-related over-grooming)
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FeLV (feline leukemia) and FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) management
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FIP (feline infectious peritonitis) diagnosis and treatment options
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Geriatric and palliative care
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Behavior Consultations
Behavior is not attitude. It is information. At CatsOnly, behavior consultations are a core component of the whole-patient approach, not an add-on or a last resort. A Cat who is showing behavioral changes is a Cat who is communicating something clinically significant.
A Core Part of Whole-Patient Care
Behavior changes are often a sign of an underlying medical issue, so every consultation starts with a physical exam.
Many behavioral presentations, aggression, elimination outside the box, hiding, over-grooming, have underlying medical causes. At CatsOnly, every behavior consultation begins with a thorough physical examination and, where indicated, diagnostics. We treat the whole Cat, not just the symptom.
Certified Behavior Specialists
Our team includes certified behavior specialists who develop a plan tailored to your Cat’s needs.
CatsOnly utilizes a network of Certified Cat Behavior Consultants (CCBC) and veterinary behaviorists to provide options tailored to your Cat’s specific needs. Our trained and experienced Care Teams work alongside these specialists to ensure continuity across every visit.
What We Address
From hiding and aggression to litter box issues, we help with the behaviors that concern Cat Parents most.
Defensive or fear-responsive behaviors, inter-Cat tension, litter box avoidance, anxiety and phobias, aggression, hiding and withdrawal, excessive vocalization, destructive scratching, and personality changes in senior Cats that may indicate cognitive or systemic disease.
The Most Preventable Reason Cats Lose Their Homes
Behavioral concerns are among the most common reasons Cats are surrendered to shelters. Most of these cases are treatable. Early consultation, before behaviors become entrenched, produces the best outcomes for the Cat, the Cat Parent, and the bond they share.
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After-Hours Support
When something worries you about your Cat after clinic hours, you should not have to face it alone. CatsOnly has built a seamless after-hours support system, because 3 AM worry is real, and it deserves a real response.
24/7 RVT Triage Support
After hours, callers to the CatsOnly phone line are automatically connected to our trusted after-hours triage partner, a team of experienced Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) with an average of over 10 years in the field, many with backgrounds in emergency medicine. They will answer your call, listen to your concern, and guide you clearly: whether that means heading to an emergency hospital right now, monitoring safely at home, or booking first thing when we open.
This is not a voicemail. This is not a recording. This is a real, trained, licensed professional who understands cats and is there for you.
Experienced RVT Team
Trained veterinary professionals answer your call directly, not an automated recording.
Our after-hours triage team brings 10+ years average clinical experience, with deep roots in emergency medicine. They know feline physiology, they know stress signals, and they know how to help you make confident decisions in uncertain moments.
Trusted, Transparent Partnership
Our after-hours partner works closely with our practice, so you’re always speaking with a trusted resource.
Our after-hours partner is a vetted, selected Care Team resource. Cat Parents know they are speaking with a trusted partner of CatsOnly, not an anonymous service. The goal is to feel supported, not handed off.
Clear Guidance, Always
Clear direction on what to do next: seek emergency care now, monitor at home, or wait until morning.
Go to the emergency hospital now. Monitor and call us in the morning. These are clear answers. Our triage RVTs help you understand exactly what level of care your Cat needs, so you never have to guess.
VEG Emergency Hospitals
Our VEG emergency hospital partners are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. No appointment needed. A veterinarian will see your Cat immediately.
ASPCA Poison Control
If you suspect your Cat has ingested something toxic, call (888) 426-4435. Available 24/7. A consultation fee may apply.
CatsOnly App
Existing Cat Parents can access health records, message the Care Team, and review discharge instructions through the CatsOnly App anytime.
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The CatsOnly App
Your Cat’s care does not live only in our exam rooms. The CatsOnly App keeps your Care Team one message away, your Cat’s records always accessible, and scheduling and refills easier on you.
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Clinical Research
CatsOnly is committed to advancing feline medicine beyond the walls of our hospitals. We will be exploring partnerships to give our patients access to clinical trials that provide access to emerging diagnostics and therapeutics.
Clinical Trial Access
The option to participate in clinical trials for new treatments, always voluntary and fully explained.
Feline clinical trial participation for novel therapeutics and disease management, voluntary, fully informed, and guided by CatsOnly care standards.
Diagnostic Innovation
Supporting the development of better diagnostic tools for feline medicine.
Supporting biomarker research and diagnostic innovation in feline medicine, helping build the evidence base the profession needs.
Behavioral & Welfare Research
Partnering with researchers to better understand what Cats need to thrive.
Behavioral science and welfare research collaboration with academic and industry partners.
