Keeping your cat indoors comes with many benefits. It helps protect them from outdoor dangers, illness, and injury. However, indoor life can also come with its own set of challenges, especially if your cat is not getting enough mental and physical stimulation.

Without the right environment, cats can become bored, anxious, and destructive. A few simple changes can make a big difference and enrich your cat’s lifestyle. Here are some ways to support your cat’s health, happiness, and behavior.

If our feline friends could talk, their meal requests might sound something like this: “Hold the carbs, human—pass the protein!” But is a high-protein diet really the cat’s meow when it comes to feline nutrition? At Parkside Animal Hospital, we love catering to the health and nutritional needs of cats, and one question we hear often is, “Should my cat eat a lot of protein?”

Let’s dig into the cat dish and find out.

No matter how much you adore your cat, chances are that you aren’t in love with some of the hitchhikers that can come along with them. Parasite prevention is an important part of pet ownership, and Parkside Animal Hospital is your partner in keeping your furry friends free of intestinal parasites and other pesky and unwanted guests. 

Most of us know that any word ending in “-itis” usually isn’t good. In fact, the suffix refers to disease characterized by inflammation. Because of the enormous impact that dental health has on the whole body, we emphasize dental cleanings 1-2 times a year. Additional tactics at home, such as daily or weekly brushing, dental chews, or even water additives, can prevent gingivitis and stomatitis in cats. 

Sassy, finicky, and incredibly inquisitive, cats have high standards, and so do we! At Parkside Animal Hospital, we’re proud to be a certified Cat Friendly Practice®, which means we take the care and comfort of our feline friends seriously. Cats have unique behaviors and healthcare needs, and we provide customized care in a manner that causes as little stress as possible to our cat patients. 

Keep reading for more reasons why your fabulous feline deserves a cat veterinarian: 

The feline species is known for being somewhat secretive. Just because cats don’t complain doesn’t mean that they don’t hurt. Parkside Animal Hospital is proud to advocate for pain management for cats and is excited to have some new options to help.

Cats are beloved by people worldwide and have been for millennia. But that doesn’t mean they are fully understood. Generally speaking, cats are on the mysterious side and they leave us guessing about their emotions or states of mind. Cats can also be incredibly shy or timid; we’ve all heard the phrase “scaredy cat.” The good news is that we can communicate with them by acknowledging and untangling cat body language. 

It may seem like a modern indulgence, but we can assure you that your choice of kitty litter can make all the difference. Not only does the right product help safeguard ideal bathroom habits, but it can also add incredible value to your cat’s indoor environment. The process can involve a few hiccups or roadblocks, but once you land on the purr-fect choice your cat’s health and well-being are aligned. 

As a pet owner, it is important to be prepared. When it comes to your pet’s well-being, it’s always better to have a pet first-aid kit (and not need it), than the other way around. Emergencies typically happen when we least expect them, and being able to act quickly can make all the difference. The Parkside Animal Hospital team wants to empower all pet owners to acquire all the necessary supplies and know the basics of pet first-aid. 

Cats are known for being cuddly, curious, and downright cute, and at Parkside Animal Hospital, we love helping you keep your felines healthy and happy throughout their lives. We are a certified Cat Friendly Practice®, which means we strive to always give your cats the least stressful experience possible, whether you’re here for a routine preventive care visit, or something more complex like a surgical procedure. Your cat’s comfort is always our number one priority!