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We Now Accept Credit Cards

We know, it's been a while coming. We've stepped into the modern era. We finally have a merchant account and a credit card machine at our front counter! We are now accepting Visa, Mastercard and Discover cards (sorry, no Amex.) Not only can use your credit or debit card to pay for any services charges at the end of the day, but you can also use your card to make a donation right at our front desk, too. We know how much you are doing for the kitties in your care, and we thank you for it. Hopefully this small [...]

admin 2012-04-03T14:43:19-07:00 January 5th, 2011|News and Events|

FixNation and Valley Vet Non Profit Team Up to Fix Feral Cats in the West Valley

FixNation and Valley Vet Non Profit (VVNP) are teaming up this summer to bring you even more days when you can get your feral cats fixed for free. Starting in August and going through December 2010, VVNP will be open on the 2nd Monday of every month for a day dedicated to fixing feral cats. This is an extra day above and beyond when VVNP is normally open, as a way to expand how many feral cats are being fixed within our community each month. VVNP will fix up to 50 feral cats on these special Mondays, and the program will [...]

admin 2012-04-03T14:43:35-07:00 July 20th, 2010|News and Events|

Mange and Ear Mites: Mitey Menaces

Mange is a very common issue with feral and stray cats. We frequently see cats coming into our clinic with varying degrees of mange. To the novice trapper, this skin disease can look pretty alarming. However, our seasoned veterans know this is a very treatable disease, and while it's uncomfortable for the cat, it can get turned around with a little extra care and attention. Mange is caused by a parasite, or a very small bug. These parasites actually live and feed on the cat, who acts as a "host". The mites either live topically on the cat or they [...]

admin 2010-04-30T20:22:04-07:00 April 29th, 2010|Caregiver Tips|

The Truth About FeLV/FIV Testing – Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)

What Is Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)? By Dr. Amanda Page What is Feline Leukemia Virus? Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is a serious viral disease that affects ONLY CATS. Fortunately, there are many ways we can protect our cats from exposure to this disease. It is estimated that 2.3% of cats in the western United States are infected with FeLV. How does FeLV cause disease? The Feline Leukemia Virus can cause bone marrow suppression. One of the functions of bone marrow is to produce the cells of the immune system that fight off infection. Therefore, this disease can result in a [...]

admin 2023-08-18T05:47:49-07:00 March 31st, 2010|Caregiver Tips|

The Truth About FeLV/FIV Testing – Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)

What Is Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)? By Dr. Amanda Page What is Feline Immunodeficiency Virus? Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), also known as Feline AIDS, is a serious viral disease that affects ONLY CATS. Fortunately, there are many ways we can protect our cats from exposure to this disease. It is estimated that 3.5% of cats in the western United States are infected with FIV. How does FIV cause disease? FIV causes suppression of the immune system by attacking important cells of the cat’s immune system which protect the cat from common infectious agents (bacteria, viruses, etc). Many of the infectious [...]

admin 2023-08-18T05:49:34-07:00 March 31st, 2010|Caregiver Tips|