Make sure that you: Have everything you need prepared and ready in advance. Have enough time and a clear plan of what you will do. Be gentle with your cat, keep calm, and avoid putting yourself at risk. If your…

Before your cat comes to stay at Cat Hotel Stoney Creek we need you to make sure he is free of fleas (and worms) and has been treated with a vet- approved product, so all our guests will be as…

Choose a time when you and your cat are relaxed. Ensure you have good light before starting. Position your cat facing away from you. An ideal time is when your cat is relaxing on your lap. Alternatively, wrap your cat…

Brushing your cat’s teeth is the most effective way to reduce dental plaque and maintain long-term oral health. Like humans, brushing will not only prevent plaque and tartar formation, it will also promote healthy gums and reduce bad breath. Almost…

Make sure your cat is on a stable non-slip surface such as the floor, otherwise a firm table or work surface with a non-slip surface. Allow your cat to sit upright in front of you, but facing away from you.…

This can be especially useful for very wriggly cats or if you don’t have a second person to help hold your cat. Use a mid-sized soft towel – not too large or it will be unwieldy. Put the towel on…

Asthma in cats is often treated with a combination of anti-inflammatory drugs (steroids) and bronchodilator drugs (to make breathing easier). Inhaled medications are delivered through a ‘metered dose inhaler’ (MDI) – in adult humans we learn to breathe in at…

Initially, giving your cat an insulin injection may seem overwhelming, but over time the process will become just another part of your and your cat’s day. We will walk you through each step of the administration process. Unless otherwise directed…

As a companion animal veterinarian and a boarding cattery owner I regularly come across stressed cats. Cats are very sensitive animals and any change, like introducing a new pet to the household, a stray cat hanging around the property, shifting…

Microchipping involves inserting a tiny implant under your cat’s skin, usually between the shoulder blades. This contains a unique number that is linked to a central database - the New Zealand Companion Animal Register - containing your cat’s details, your details,…