VCA Cat Hospital of Chicago

🍽️ Are you feeding your pet the right amount? 🐾 Overfeeding or underfeeding can impact their health, weight, and energy levels. Here are a few tips to ensure your furry friend is getting the right portion:

✅ Check food labels for serving guidelines
✅ Measure each meal to avoid overfeeding
✅ Consider their age, weight, and activity level
✅ Talk to your vet for personalized feeding advice

A healthy diet = a happy pet! 🐶🐱❤️

🐱🩺 Is your feline friend prepared for an emergency? A well-stocked first aid kit for your cat can make all the difference when accidents happen! Here’s what to include:

✅ Sterile gauze & bandages
✅ Tweezers (for splinters or ticks)
✅ Cat-safe antiseptic
✅ Saline solution (for cleaning eyes)
✅ Scissors
✅ Disposable gloves
✅ A digital thermometer
✅ Vet contact info 📞

Be proactive and keep your kitty safe! 🐾💙

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. Cats are masters at hiding pain, so it’s crucial to watch for subtle signs like changes in behavior, grooming, or appetite. If you notice anything unusual, don’t hesitate to consult your veterinarian. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of pain at https://bit.ly/4c0rKxD.

Our Open House is in full swing! Stop by before 6:00pm to get tours of the hospital, freebies and more! Meet Dr. Mueller and Dr. Hommerding, and say goodbye to Dr. Currigan!

Happy Labor Day to all our clients. We are closed today for the holiday. If you have an emergency please call MedVet 773-281-7110, Premier Veterinary Group 773-516-5800 or Blue Pearl Skokie at 847-673-9110.

On Saturday, September 7 we are hosting an open house from 3:00-6:00pm. Come meet Drs. Mueller and Hommerding, and say goodbye to Dr. Currigan! We will have light refreshments, VCA Freebies and hospital tours as well! We can't wait to see you there!

Tomorrow is National Take your Cat to the Vet Day! Low stress vet visits start at home with proper preparation. Follow this checklist from American Association of Feline Practitioners for tips on how to get your cat prepared for their vet visit!

Regular checkups are crucial for a cat's health and wellbeing. National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day is the perfect time to book your cat's yearly checkup. Be prepared for the appointment with our handy checklist to reduce the stress typically associated with vet visits. Download the checklist at https://bit.ly/3LzBVNK.

Last week we sent out another important email about changes coming to VCA Cat Hospital. Please follow the link below to read the email if you didn't get it.

https://bit.ly/3MdtTKL

Last week you met Alice, this week meet her little brother Benjamin. Here he is looking for something to read.

Vaccines and Immunization are important and necessary to help prevent hospitalization and stress to your pet. Make sure to speak with your veterinarian on which vaccines are right for your pet's age and lifestyle.

That's right, it's National Lazy Day and it's Caturday! What better combination could you ask for? Who are you being lazy with today?

Happy ! 🎉😺 To celebrate, we're spotlighting some of our Associates' adorable furry friends!

This is Alice, we love her smokey coloring! In addition to being adorable, she is the sweetest thing...just don't touch her feet.

It's Fresh Breath Day! How fresh is your pet's breath? In need of a dental consult? Schedule online from our website or download the myVCA app!

Our lobby will be closed Wednesday, July 31 from 12-2 for continuing education.

Can you guess that pet? 🐾 Answer in the comments 👇!

Hint: They make a clownish and fun-loving companion.

Comment below and let us know if you guessed correctly!

With heat waves sweeping across the country, blue-green algae is appearing in new areas and posing an increased risk to pets.

Found in lakes, ponds or any source of standing water, it’s extremely toxic and consuming it can be fatal. The best way to prevent accidental poisoning is to keep a close eye on pets when they’re around water.

If you think your pet has been exposed, take them to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital and contact the ASPCA Poison Control at 888-426-4435.

Tornadoes form during intense thunderstorms and can reach wind speeds of 200+ mph. Although tornadoes can occur anywhere, they are prevalent in the Southeast and Midwest. Stay informed by downloading the FEMA app and signing up for weather reports and evacuation notices.

Keep a list handy of pet-friendly shelters and contact information for your local animal control office and ASPCA Poison Control (888-426-4435) in case of evacuation.

We're right in the middle of the dog days of summer. It's important to make sure your cat stays cool on these hot days. Below are some tips to keep kitty cool.
-Provide lots of fresh, cool water for your cats. You may want to add extra bowls
-Try putting ice cubs in the water to keep it cool and to entertain them!
-Don't lock cats in one room, closed off rooms get hot quickly.
-If you don't have air conditioning, make sure you have lots of fans to provide air circulation.
-Open windows (but not too far! You don't want kitty falling out the window!)
-Close blinds to keep the direct sunlight out of the house
-Provide cool napping spots. You can get cooling pads online, or stick a towel in the freezer than place on kitty's favorite napping spot.

Hurricane season is here and keeping pets safe is our top priority. Help prepare your pets for when disaster strikes with these Hurricane Safety tips.

Get your FREE Hurricane Preparedness Playbook Now: https://vca.mobi/HurricanePreparednessPlaybook

Meet Bernard! This cute little guy tried to hide behind the ophthalmoscope handle, and while he is the same shade of silver as the handle...well, we still saw him. Sorry Bernard! Good try though.

Happy Caturday from Alice (black) and Colonel Leopold (white and orange).

Have a happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸 Wishing you and your pets a safe holiday weekend!

Tips for a safe Independence Day: https://vca.mobi/FourthofJulySafety

Heatstroke is no joke, and now that the summer heat is here, you can bet that our pets are feeling the heat in a big way!

Check it Out Now: https://vca.mobi/UrgentCareHeatstroke

We will be closed next Thursday, July 4 for the holiday. If you need food or medications refilled please allow 24-48 hours for us to fill those.
We will have normal business hours on Wednesday July 3 and Friday July 5.
If you have an emergency while we are closed please call MedVet Chicago at 773-281-7110, Premier Veterinary at 773-516-5800 or Blue Pearl Skokie at 847-673-9110.

Can you believe the Fourth of July is next week? That means fireworks, parties and lots of loud noises in the neighborhood. If your cat is scared of fireworks, loud noises or you are planning a party, now is the time to reach out about getting calming medications filled for your cat.