Surgery and Elderly Cats

Does your elderly cat need surgery to correct a problem such as a broken leg or to remove a kidney or bladder stone? These are common reasons for surgery in a cat no matter their age. However, when dealing with a senior cat the options may look a little different. Surgery, whether major or minor, can be a risk for older cats because they’re immune systems are compromised due to age meaning their recovery and healing processes will be slower. The actual surgery may even be more traumatic because of age. If your cat needs surgery, your vet will need to conduct a thorough physical exam and run blood work to make sure your elderly cat is healthy enough for surgery. Then you and your vet will need to decide if the surgery will make a significant difference for your cat. Always consult with your vet Coon Rapids, MN before making a decision.

Welcoming a New Cat into Your Home

You share your home with some wonderful people, and you can’t wait to be able to bring a cat into the family. Everyone is excited, and you feel that your home is officially ready for her arrival. How can you welcome her into your home?

Your pet needs you to take the time to figure out what you can safely offer her right from the moment she enters into your home without stressing her out too much. Start small, and introduce her to people and places in your living space one by one. Let her have a chance to get used to them before moving on. There will be plenty of time to be more thorough, and your goal at this point is just to show her around and let her know where she can find necessary pet supply items. For additional information, please contact your Northbrook Animal Hospital Coon Rapids, MN.