Making Visits to the Vet Less Stressful for Cats

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Regular visits to the vet are a key aspect of pet care. With this in mind, you should, from the outset, foster a good relationship between you and your pet healthcare professional. A good vet will not only be able to administer things like vaccinations but will also be able to answer any pressing questions you may have about pet care.

The problem is that many cats are just plain frightened of going to the vets. Here are some tips for make vet visits less stressful.

You can do some superficial checks for health problems from your own home, perhaps as part of a grooming regime. This is beneficial because it lets your cat get used to being handled, which will make that vet visit a little less traumatic.

What is it about going to the vet that your cat hates so much? For many, the most stressful part of a vet visit is riding in a car. You can acclimatise your cat to the car environment by taking short journeys, slowly introducing them to the car before you go on a journey.

When taking your cat to your vet it’s important to use a cat carrier. Otherwise your stressed cat could cause a road accident!

The better you know your vet the more they will understand your cat’s personality and the less stressed your cat will become. Therefore, make the effort to have a positive relationship with your pet healthcare professional as soon as you can.

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