Feline Medical Center

03/04/2025

Elvis having a fun Vet visit today! 😻

09/13/2024

We certainly enjoyed this gentle giant, Corey, who boarded with us this week! He is so sweet!! 😻

08/31/2024

Great Information for multicat households!

Cat myth: Cats’ social organization is based on hierarchy and dominance. Myth busted: Cats don't follow strict social orders, and their relationships are based on familiarity and individual interactions rather than rigid structure. Tension among cats can arise from abrupt introductions, competition over resources, or changes in the environment, rather than attempts to establish dominance. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3WwES87.

08/13/2024

Adorable Loki and Thor came in for a visit today! They are going to be some big boys when they grow up!! 🐱

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July from the Feline Medical Center! 🇺🇸

07/04/2024

Have a Safe July 4th!

Summer activities can be stressful for your cat. Visitors and loud noises such as fireworks can disrupt your cat’s environment. If you are hosting a get-together this summer, check out our summer safety tips to help reduce the stress your cat may experience. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3gpj2vj.

06/25/2024

Definitely important information!

As the temperature rises with the onset of summer in the Northern Hemisphere, this is a good time to review a few heat safety recommendations to keep your feline friends safe and comfortable.

The following are some guidelines for addressing this important issue. As always, your veterinarian is your best source of guidance if you have any questions or concerns about these recommendations or the well-being of your cat.

1) Help to maintain hydration by assuring that fresh water is available at all times. Providing a running water source like a fountain may encourage some cats to drink more. Make sure that water is always available both indoors and outdoors for those cats that are allowed outside.

2) Provide shaded areas for cats that are allowed outside. These may take the form of tress, umbrellas, sun sails, and/or indoor places to which a cat has access.

3) Provide ice cubes for your cat to play with and cool down while doing so.

4) Use cooling mats (available for purchase online and through other outlets). You can also make a cool space for cats to hang out in by wrapping ice packs in blankets.

5) Keep cats indoors (if possible) in air-conditioned areas when extreme heat is forecast.

6) Check sheds, garages, greenhouses, barns, and other outbuildings to make sure there are no places in which cats can become trapped.

7) Use pet-safe sunscreen on the ear tips and nose of cats with light colored fur to help prevent skin cancer.

8) Know the signs of heat stroke, which can become life-threatening very quickly. These include:
a. Weakness/collapse
b. Excessive panting
c. Drooling
d. Vomiting
e. Diarrhea

If you notice any of these, immediately place your cat in a cool area with a draft, gently wet her fur with cool (not very cold) water, and contact your veterinarian immediately.

Taking these easy steps and knowing what to watch out for can help assure that your cat is comfortable and safe during times of extreme heat.

Stay cool out there!

Bruce Kornreich, D.V.M ’92, Ph.D. ’05
Director, Cornell Feline Health Center

06/09/2024

Adorable Wynter is ready for summer! ☀️

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05/17/2024

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When adopting a new cat, remember that cats are territorial. If you already have a cat, create a safe space for each cat in your home during the initial period. Choose an area for your new cat for essentials such as perches, cat beds, litter boxes, food, and water. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3CZJV4y.