Cannington Veterinary Hospital
Call (08) 9356 5696
Mon – Fri (9am-7pm)
Sat (9am-4pm), Sun (9:30am-12pm)
Cat & Kitten Care
Cats can make excellent companions and are wonderful pets. However, with an average lifespan ranging from 15-20 years, owning a cat is a long-term commitment and their needs must be carefully considered.
Thinking of getting a cat or kitten?
Before you bring your cat or kitten home, we suggest you contact your local council and enquire about its regulations regarding such things as night curfews, compulsory containment within a property, desexing and microchipping. We also recommend looking into Pet Insurance to find a plan that suits you.

Housing:
Environmental Enrichment:
All cats need to exercise. As cats naturally like climbing and perching themselves up high, trees and fences, for example, provide good opportunities for them if they have outdoor access. Indoor cats, however, will use furniture to climb and perch. Once again, having a scratch pole or indoor cat gym will give an indoor cat an effective alternative. Providing higher perching locations will also give your cats a more enriched environment.
Cleaning/Grooming:
Most cats require grooming assistance from their owners to remove excess hair. This helps in the reduction of furballs/hairballs and matted/tangled fur, which if left, may result in a visit to us. Except at moulting time, short haired cats are able to groom themselves adequately. In contrast, long haired cats require daily grooming by their owners. Furballs or hairballs can cause appetite and weight loss, and in a worst case scenario, result in surgery. During the moulting season daily brushing is essential and food designed specifically to assist with the reduction of hairballs will also help your cat process shed hair. Unlike dogs, you should not need to bathe a cat.
Feeding:
Ensure a fresh water bowl is accessible at all times, especially if they have a dry food diet. Whilst many cats love to drink cow’s milk, it’s not recommended as they can be lactose intolerant and experience stomach upsets.
Health Care:
We welcome you to book an appointment with us to discuss how to keep your cat in optimum mental and physical health. (08) 9356 5696

Contact Us
For appointments and enquiries please phone us to speak to our friendly staff!
(08) 9356 5696
Monday to Friday 9am-7pm
Saturday 9am-4pm
Sunday 9:30am-12 noon
Closed public holidays
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