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Compassionate Feline Veterinary Care in Atlanta
Paws Whiskers & Claws is dedicated to providing ethical, high-quality veterinary care exclusively for cats. Our team prioritizes the unique needs of felines, focusing on both physical health and behavioral well-being. We specialize in managing chronic diseases, offering preventative care, and addressing environmental factors that impact feline health. Our facility is designed to create a stress-free environment, free from the presence of other animals, ensuring cats feel safe and comfortable. We emphasize education, helping owners understand normal feline behavior and how to meet their pets' needs.Our services include medical consultations, grooming, behavior consultations, and surgical procedures tailored to cats. We advocate for indoor living, adoption, and feeding high-quality diets to promote longevity and well-being. With Fear Free Professionals on staff, we minimize stress during visits. Our commitment to feline-centric care sets us apart as a leader in specialized cat healthcare.
Services
Preventative Care
Feline Behavior Consultations
Internal Medicine
Senior Cat Care
Grooming Services
Dentistry
Surgery
Food Puzzle Consultations
Medicating Support
Declaw Alternatives
Highlights and features
- We have Fear Free Professionals on staff to minimize stress during visits.
- We specialize in managing multiple chronic diseases in cats simultaneously.
- Our team emphasizes feline behavior and environmental needs as part of healthcare.
- We offer state-of-the-art, cat-specific medical and surgical care.
- We provide complimentary nail trims and behavior consultations for clients.
Services
Feline Behavior Consultations
Our Certified Cat Behavior Consultants address scratching, litter box issues, and environmental enrichment. We help owners understand feline communication and modify problematic behaviors through tailored strategies. Services include in-home assessments and global virtual sessions, focusing on improving the cat's well-being and owner-cat relationships.
Chronic Disease Management
We specialize in treating conditions like diabetes, kidney disease, and hyperthyroidism in senior cats. Our approach combines early detection through labwork with personalized treatment plans. This ensures optimal health outcomes and quality of life for cats dealing with long-term illnesses.
Preventative Care
Annual exams and labwork help detect health issues before they become severe. Our preventative care includes vaccinations, parasite prevention, and nutritional counseling. We emphasize early intervention to maintain feline health and prevent avoidable complications.
Cat-Only Surgery
Routine procedures like spays, neuters, and biopsies are performed using cat-specific anesthetic protocols. Surgeries are completed same-day where possible, and referrals to specialists are made when needed. Our techniques minimize stress and recovery time for feline patients.
Grooming Services
We offer lion cuts, nail trims, and sanitary shaves performed by Fear Free-certified groomers. Grooming sessions prioritize stress reduction and include education on at-home care. Complimentary nail trims are available for current clients to maintain feline comfort and hygiene.
People
Dr. Rachel Luoma
Veterinarian
Dr. Luoma, a Georgia native, has dedicated her career to feline medicine. She graduated from Georgia Southern University with a Biology degree and earned her veterinary degree in Athens, GA. Her passion for cats drives her commitment to providing compassionate, species-specific care.
Ingrid Johnson
Certified Cat Behavior Consultant
Ingrid is an IAABC-certified behavior consultant and Fear Free groomer with over 20 years of feline-focused experience. She co-authored research on food puzzles and founded Fundamentally Feline, LLC. Her expertise covers behavior modification and environmental enrichment for cats.
Dina Walton
Senior Client Care Coordinator
Dina brings seven years of shelter management experience from Furkids and specializes in rehabilitating sick cats. Her background in rescue and adoption supports her role in client education and care coordination at Paws Whiskers & Claws.
Questions
Do you declaw cats?
No, we are a NO DECLAW facility. We offer alternatives like behavior consultations, nail trims, and Soft Paws caps to address scratching concerns.
What services are included in preventative care?
Annual exams, labwork for cats over 7, vaccinations, parasite prevention, and nutritional counseling ensure early detection and long-term health maintenance.
Are vaccinations the only reason for annual visits?
No, annual exams are crucial for detecting hidden health issues, even in indoor cats. Vaccinations are just one part of comprehensive preventative care.
How do you handle emergency appointments?
We prioritize urgent cases with same-day scheduling when possible. Contact us early for sick-pet appointments to allow adequate time for evaluation and treatment.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, cash, and checks from established clients. Payment is required at the time of service.
Do you board cats?
We do not board cats, as environmental stress can harm their health. Instead, we recommend trusted cat sitters and in-home care services.
