For Our Cat Patients

For Our Cat Patients

Cats Need Care, Too

We know that it can be tough to get our cat patients in for a Wellness Exam. But even young indoor cats need to come in and get their nose-to-tail examinations at least once a year. Just like dogs, cats age more quickly than people — on average about seven years for each of our years.

Annual examinations can pick up any changes, such as a heart murmur, or kidney changes before they become serious. If caught early enough, medication can be added, or diet changed to prolong the life of your furry companion. Most importantly, cats are adept at hiding illness and injury. So when you see them acting differently, it’s very important to bring them to one of our veterinarians for an exam. At Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital we take special care to make sure your cat will have the best visit possible.

Read on to find some helpful tips for actually getting your cat to the vet, or contact Quakertown Veterinary Clinic at (215) 515-8810 to speak to one of our Quakertown veterinarians.

Get the Right Travel Gear

The best tip we can offer for traveling with your cat to the vet is to make sure you have the proper gear. First and foremost, you’ll need a cat carrier that is suitable for your pet’s size. We typically recommend that you select a carrier that has hard sides and at least two openings—one on the top and one on the side. While your cat may initially seem hesitant to get into the carrier, remember, having a small, safe space can help your cat feel much more comfortable while traveling.

Here are some tips for how the make the trip easier for you and your cat:

In addition to a proper cat carrier, you may want to invest in a harness and leash for your cat. When animals are frightened, anxious, or stressed, their instinct is to run. Having your cat securely harnessed and leashed as well as traveling in their crate, can help ease both your pet’s anxiety and your own stress.

Consider Pheromones & Anti-Anxiety Medications

If your cat is extremely anxious about traveling, you may want to talk to your vet about anti-anxiety medications and/or pheromones. Medications can also be used to help ease your cat’s motion sickness if he or she is prone to vomiting while in the car. It’s always best to speak to a qualified veterinarian before administering any medications or pheromones to your cat; reach out to our Quakertown vets today to learn more.

Be Proactive

If your cat likes to hide out before a trip, take steps the night before to curb this behavior. Place his or her food and water dish, along with the litter box, scratching post, toys, blankets, etc. in a spare room or area of your house the night before you plan on traveling. Limit your cat’s access to furniture that’s easy to hide under, such as beds, tables, and chairs.

Tips for Longer Trips

If you’re planning on taking your cat on a longer trip, make sure you have everything you’ll need before traveling.

For longer trips with your cat, you'll want to do the following:

Always Remember Your Cat’s Safety

Lastly, wherever you are traveling with your cat, make sure you never leave him/her in the car if it’s too hot. Remember, the temperature inside the car—even with the windows down—will be much higher than the temperature outside. Your car can quickly reach dangerous and even fatal temperatures for your cat; it’s always best to play it safe and bring your cat with you. If you think you may not be able to take your cat everywhere with you or leave him/her in a safe, air-conditioned space, it may be best to consider boarding your cat while you’re away.

Traveling with a cat can be challenging—but it can also be very enjoyable. Getting your cat comfortable with travel is important and makes all the difference in both your and your cat’s travel experiences.

For more tips on traveling with your cat or to book an appointment with our vets, reach out to Quakertown Veterinary Clinic today!­­

Why We Are Your Superior Choice

We understand that sometimes a trip to the vet puts stress on your pet, that’s why we offer house calls for those special circumstances.

Experience When It Counts

For more than two decades Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital has been proud to serve our communities animals’ needs.

Specializing in All Types Animals

Here at Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital, we are proud to offer care to many different types of animals, even your beloved exotic pets.

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Best vet care!!! Dr. Pomerants has been taking care of my pets for 15 years. The staff is wonderful.
Very very caring group. Doctors follow up and are super attentive and gentle and patient. All doctors are very knowledgeable. I highly recommend Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital. I took my bird /cockatiel there initially and liked them so much I brought my daughter’s sweet cat there when he needed some help. Just as caring and knowledgeable with all animals. I love this place for when our pets need help❤️
The most knowledgeable, experienced, and caring Animal Hospital by far. I cannot say enough about the doctors and staff. Over the past year, they provided our cat Toby Caramico with the care and love needed to help him and our family through an unfortunate complex, terminal illness. While Toby eventually succumbed to his illness, we were given the gift of an additional year with Toby where he was able to enjoy life and his family. My family firmly believes that without the experienced and loving care of Dr. Rizzo and all the other doctors and staff at Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital, we would not have had that time with Toby. On behalf of the Caramico family, I want to thank Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital for the gift of time and for all the love, support, and exceptional care that you provided to our beautiful and loving cat Toby.
Dr Anna Ward is good at providing information and options. The staff are always helpful when I need to call in.
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Mon – Thurs: 8 am – 8 pm

Friday: 8 am – 5 pm

Saturday: 8 am – 4 pm

Sunday: Closed

We begin seeing appointments at 9:00 am

754 Franklin Ave
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417

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