The Cat Clinic Gold Coast

03/06/2026

28/05/2026

After nearly two years with our clinic, one of our vet nurses, Patricia is heading off for a new adventure 💙

Many of our clients will recognise Patricia from their visits to the clinic. With her warm heart, bright smile, and great sense of humour, she has been such a memorable part of our team. She always kept us entertained and could make us laugh even on the busiest days.

Patricia, thank you for everything you’ve brought to the clinic. We’re really going to miss having you around, but we’re excited to see where this next chapter takes you.

Wishing you all the very best for the future ✨

27/05/2026

🐾 Arthritis in cats is more common than many people realise 🐾

Studies show that around 60% of cats over 6 years of age, and up to 90% of cats over 12 years, have signs of arthritis.

Cats are very good at hiding pain, so the signs can often be subtle. You may notice changes such as:

🐱 Hesitating to jump
🐱 Sleeping more
🐱 Stiffness or slowing down
🐱 Changes in grooming or litter tray habits

Rosie visited us recently for her arthritis injection 💙 There are many ways arthritis can be managed to help keep cats comfortable, including monthly injections, oral medications, and supplements.

The best treatment option can vary between cats, so if you’ve noticed changes in your cat at home, speak with your vet about the most suitable management plan for them.

13/05/2026

🐾 Blood tests don’t have to be scary. 💉

A little head massage, delicious treats, and gentle handling can make a big difference for our feline patients. 💙

We always try to keep things as low stress and comfortable as possible, helping cats feel more relaxed during their visit.

Gentle handling and a low stress approach helped Miko feel safe and comfortable throughout his blood test. 🐱💙

07/05/2026

With Mother's Day coming up, a quick but important reminder:

⚠️ Lilies are EXTREMELY toxic to cats ⚠️

Even tiny exposure can be dangerous:
• Brushing against pollen and grooming it off
• Drinking water from the vase
• Chewing a leaf or petal

🚨 Kidney failure can develop rapidly — sometimes within 24–72 hours

🚨 Signs to watch for:
• Vomiting
• Lethargy
• Loss of appetite
• Drooling

💡 It’s best to avoid lilies this Mother’s Day if you have cats at home. Choose pet-safe alternatives instead.

❗ Any exposure is an emergency. Contact your vet immediately. Early treatment can be lifesaving.

22/04/2026

Some of our team attended the Royal Canin Ageing Feline Show dinner last night, with a great presentation by Dr Michael Linton.

The talk focused on two very common conditions we see in older cats—chronic kidney disease (CKD) and osteoarthritis—and provided some really useful, practical insights into managing these in our senior patients.

A really informative evening and a great opportunity to continue building our knowledge and care for our older feline patients.

19/04/2026

Happy National Cat Lady Day 🐾

Wishing a wonderful day to everyone who knows life is simply better with cats 💛