Take Your Cat To The Vet Week

Hi everyone it's Cody! Mom and I are  a little slow this year, so we are betting that most of you know that August 18 through August 25th 2012 is "Take Your Cat To The Vet Week".  (You can read about it here) When it comes to my Mom taking me to the vet, she doesn't need much prodding.

Mom knows that it is impawtant that I see the vet and adheres to the guidelines stated by The American Veterinary Medical Association that I see the vet at least twice a year.

Believe it or not, I am unlike most cats in the respect that I really don't mind going to the vet (aka, "Dr. Smiley") and if you believe that you need your furry little heads examined. With the frequency of my allergy flareups, Dr. Smiley and I  have our little tete-a-tetes well over twice a year!

The hardest part is getting me into my PTU (personal transport unit). I can make my body feel as if I weigh as much as a boulder!  How does Mom get past this? What is Mom's technique? She tricks me by offering me food I fall for it every time, grabs me, mid-bite no less, and literally stuffs me into the carrier as if I were a turkey being stuffed into the oven for Thanksgiving! Gentle? Heck no! She grabs me and just SHOVES me in! Kitties I am NOT kidding!

Now that my Dad has retired, he often assists her in this heinous act. He is responsible for operating the dreaded vet mobile! They do try to make the trip as pleasant as possible. They play music from the 60s or 70s on the car radio, they are soooooo with it, NOT!  Mom pets my nose while I glare through the bars of my PTU at Dad.

Sometimes Mom and Dad double their fun and bring Dakota too:

Our vet recently remodeled their building and exam rooms which is great for the humans! They have a HUGE new waiting area, coffee and  fresh new human litter boxes...  BUT they offer NO TREATS for kitties!

Dr.Smiley is as nice as ever, he does his "thing" and I do mine

 Don't let the above photo scare you, all I do is  make pitiful squeaking sounds. Then I happily walk back into my PTU and it's "on the road again!!!!!!!!" (if video won't play, click here to watch on YouTube.)





All kidding aside, I am grateful that my Mom and Dad are evil. If they weren't, they would never keep up with my vet visits. My trips to see Dr.Smiley are so impawtant to my well-being and if I didn't go to see him regularly, I could possibly be one sick kitty!

So kitties,  sharpen your claws, pull yourself together and go and visit your vet! You'll be glad that you did! Well, maybe not, but you will stay healthy!

Rabbit-flavored kisses,
Cody

Take Your Cat To The Vet Week-Cody & The Vet Part II

Hi everyone it's Cody!  Did you know that this week (August 22 through August 28th) is  Take Your Cat To The Vet Week ? Petfinder wants to help spread the word!!

According to Jane Harrell, Petfinder.com Associate Producer: " (The American Veterinary Medical Association recommends cats go to the vet twice a year for checkups.)

Why is there a need for Take Your Cat to the Vet Week? Even though pet cats outnumber dogs in the U.S. by 15 million, CATalyst Council and the American Humane Association estimate that cats go to the vet only half as often as dogs.

In fact, Feline Pine, which founded the event, surveyed cat parents in 2009 and found that fewer than half took their cats to the vet unless the cat was sick. "
 Mom is  a huge advocate (actually that should be "advoCAT")  of preventive care for cats as well as all pets. Mom knows that often if a pet sees the vet on a regular basis a possible problem can be averted.

As much as I don't love going to the vet I know it is important for me so I do my very best to try and be a good kitty when I am there! My Mom says I do a great job and so does "Dr.Smiley"

So kitties, if you haven't seen your vet recently tell your Mom to make an appointment. Also, check out what Petfinder.com has to say about Take Your Cat To The Vet Week right here.

When you are done with that sit back, put your paws up and enjoy some photos from one of my most recent vet visits!

"This is the fireplace at the vet.
I like it cause they always
have cans of food there."

"This is "Ajax". I met him at the vet
on July 13, 2011"

"Ajax has some reservations about being here"

"Ajax thought he could make a run for it.
 He thought wrong"

"Mom is getting a little too much
enjoyment out of this!!"

"I see they left the door open
maybe when no one is looking...."

"Instead of running
do you think "playing dead" will help?
If I crouch down real low
maybe "Dr.Smiley" won't see me"

"Oh c'mon! Just get it over with!"

"Yeah I like you,
but let's not get overly friendly now,
got it Dr.Smiley?"

"See this guy right here?
Doesn't he bear an amazing resemblance
to "Dr.Smiley" above?

"I just love when
art cat toys
imitate life,
don't you?"

Feline Pine Partners with Veterinarians Nationwide for 'National Take Your Cat to the Vet Week' August 16-22, 2010

When I heard about "National Take Your Cat to the Vet Week" being sponsored by
 Feline Pine I decided to go directly to the source and asked Manager, Dan Henderson if he had a press release that he could provide that could relay the information directly from the "cat's mouth" so to speak.  Dan graciously complied. Taking your cat to the vet is too important of an issue to be ignored. I present to you our Guest Blogger for today Feline Pine:

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite their reputation as low maintenance pets, cats require regular veterinary care to catch issues early and prevent pain and discomfort. Feline Pine, America's best selling all-natural cat litter, aims to raise awareness among cat owners about the importance of annual feline check ups through "National Take Your Cat to the Vet Week," which takes place August 16-22, 2010.

"We created this event because we care about cats and, along with making an all-natural chemical-free litter, we're dedicated to helping cats live long and healthy lives," says Dan Henderson, Feline Pine Brand Manager. The inaugural campaign launched in 2009, after research indicated many cat owners are not aware of the importance of regular vet visits for their cats. In a national survey Feline Pine conducted of cat owners, fewer than 50 percent take their cats for annual check ups. The company wants to help increase this number.

Feline Pine's in house veterinarian, Dr. Michele Gaspar, says, "Cats are often subtle in their signs of discomfort or illness. As a result, many owners miss early warning signs of a problem. When caught early enough, many diseases can be treated so that a cat enjoys a good quality of life. When left too long, many illnesses progress and so does the intensity – and cost – of treatment." Dr. Gaspar is one of 80 board certified Feline Veterinary Specialists in the world.

The event was extended from one day in 2009 to a week in 2010, due to the positive feedback from cat owners who agreed they didn't realize the importance of regular check ups.

This year, veterinary clinics across the United States will join Feline Pine in promoting the week long event. Cat specialists and local spokesvets will raise awareness about the week in 15 cities, including Miami; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; San Diego; San Francisco; Boston; New York City; Chicago; Seattle; Tampa, Fla.; Charlotte, N.C.; Philadelphia; Portland, Maine; Atlanta; Phoenix; and Little Rock, Ark.


Cat owners can visit www.felinepine.com/national-vet-week and sign up for an email from Dr. Gaspar to remind them to schedule a check-up appointment with their vet. The reminder is for owners of both indoor and outdoor cats.

About Feline Pine

Feline Pine has been America's best-selling brand of all-natural cat litter for the past decade. Our mission is simple: We love cats and are devoted to improving their health and everyday lives. We make chemical-free products that are safer and healthier as well as provide information and support on issues impacting feline health. To learn more about Feline Pine products, visit http://www.felinepine.com/.



SOURCE Feline Pine