North County Cat Hospital

We provide thorough physical examinations as part of our preventive care services. Our comprehensive exams assess the cat's overall health, including weight, temperature, eyes, ears, mouth, teeth, skin, bones, joints, claws, lymph nodes, abdomen, heart, and lungs to detect early signs of disease.

We administer core vaccinations including rabies and FVRCP (which covers rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia). These are part of our preventive medicine and vaccination protocols, with special emphasis on rabies due to local bat exposure risks and FVRCP for contagious respiratory infections.

We provide heartworm testing and prevention as part of our internal medicine and preventive care services, ensuring early detection and protection against heartworm disease in cats.

We offer comprehensive flea and tick prevention as part of our parasite control program, addressing common external parasites that can affect cats in our Southern California environment.

We offer microchip implantation and registration for permanent identification, strongly recommended for all cats including indoor pets, to aid in recovery if lost during emergencies like earthquakes or wildfires.

We provide nutritional counseling and weight management as part of our preventive care, emphasizing high-protein diets and portion control to support feline health and longevity.

We offer intestinal parasite deworming as part of our routine preventive care, testing and treating for common internal parasites to maintain digestive health.

We offer behavioral counseling to address common feline behavioral issues, helping cats and their owners build harmonious relationships through tailored strategies and environmental enrichment.

We offer in-house bloodwork including CBC and chemistry panels as part of our pre-anesthetic screening and internal medicine diagnostics to assess organ function and overall health before procedures.

We offer urinalysis as part of our diagnostic workup for urinary and kidney health, often included in annual screenings for senior cats or during preventive care visits.

We offer fecal testing to detect intestinal parasites and other gastrointestinal issues, routinely performed during preventive exams and when gastrointestinal symptoms are present.

We offer digital radiography for diagnostic imaging of bones, teeth, and internal organs, including dental radiographs to identify hidden dental disease beneath the gum line.

We offer ultrasound imaging for non-invasive visualization of internal organs, used in diagnostics for conditions affecting the heart, abdomen, and reproductive system.

We offer allergy testing as part of our dermatology services to identify environmental or food-related triggers causing skin or gastrointestinal issues in cats.

We offer eye pressure testing as part of our ophthalmology services to screen for glaucoma and other ocular conditions, especially in breeds or cats with risk factors.

We offer blood pressure monitoring as part of our routine examinations and management of cardiovascular and renal conditions, particularly in senior cats.

We offer EKG/ECG monitoring as part of our cardiac assessments and anesthetic monitoring to evaluate heart function during diagnostic or surgical procedures.

We offer DNA and breed testing as part of our specialty services, providing insights into genetic predispositions for certain health conditions to support proactive care.

We offer dental radiographs as a mandatory part of every dental procedure to identify disease below the gum line, such as tooth resorption and bone loss, which are critical for proper treatment planning.

We offer tooth extractions as part of our dental services to treat severe dental disease, including fractures, resorptive lesions, and advanced periodontal disease, often required for conditions like stomatitis.

We offer oral surgery as part of our dental and soft tissue surgical services, including extractions and treatment of complex oral conditions such as stomatitis and severe resorptive lesions.

We offer periodontal disease treatment as part of our dental services, addressing advanced gum disease through cleaning, medication, and surgical interventions when necessary.

We offer at-home dental care education to teach owners how to maintain their cat's oral health through brushing, dental diets, and treats, emphasizing early prevention to reduce the risk of dental disease.

We offer spay and neuter surgery as part of our routine surgical services, performed under safe anesthesia protocols to prevent overpopulation and reduce the risk of certain cancers and infections.

We offer foreign body removal as part of our emergency and internal medicine services, addressing cases where cats ingest or become obstructed by non-digestible objects.

We offer C-section (cesarean section) as part of our reproductive and emergency surgical services to safely deliver kittens when natural birth is not possible.

We offer wound and laceration repair as part of our emergency and surgical services, providing timely treatment to prevent infection and promote healing in traumatic injuries.

We offer bladder stone removal as part of our urological and surgical services, treating a common condition in cats that can cause urinary obstruction and discomfort.

We offer cherry eye repair as part of our ophthalmic and soft tissue surgical services, addressing prolapse of the gland in the third eyelid to restore eye function and health.

We offer acupuncture as part of our integrative medicine services, using this traditional Chinese technique to manage pain, improve circulation, and support overall wellness in cats.

We offer cold laser therapy as part of our pain management and rehabilitation services, using low-level laser light to reduce inflammation and promote healing in injured or arthritic cats.

We offer chiropractic adjustments as part of our alternative medicine services, focusing on spinal alignment to alleviate pain and improve mobility in cats with musculoskeletal conditions.

We offer physical therapy and rehabilitation as part of our recovery programs, helping cats regain strength and mobility after surgery or injury through targeted exercises and therapies.

We offer hydrotherapy using an underwater treadmill as part of our rehabilitation services, providing low-impact exercise to support recovery from orthopedic or neurological conditions.

We offer massage therapy as part of our pain management and relaxation services, helping to reduce muscle tension and improve circulation in cats recovering from injury or surgery.

We offer herbal medicine consultations as part of our integrative medicine services, exploring natural remedies to support feline health in conjunction with conventional treatments.

We offer domestic travel certificates as part of our health certification services, providing documentation for cats traveling within the United States, including rabies vaccination verification and health assessments.

We offer quality of life assessments as part of our compassionate end-of-life care, evaluating a cat's pain, appetite, mobility, and overall well-being to guide decisions about treatment and euthanasia.

We offer at-home euthanasia referrals as part of our end-of-life support, connecting clients with mobile veterinarians or services that provide euthanasia in the comfort of the cat's home environment.

We offer telemedicine consultations as part of our remote care services, providing virtual appointments for follow-ups, minor concerns, and prescription refills when appropriate.