Business Details
36 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Cat Veterinary Care in Ventura, CA
Since 1990, The Cat Doctor has been serving Ventura County with expert loving care exclusively for cats. Our feline-only facility prioritizes a calming environment while offering state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and dental services. Our team combines extensive experience in feline health with a commitment to client education on preventive care. We emphasize pain management, personalized attention, and comprehensive treatment plans to improve feline well-being. Our services include diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, grooming, and emergency care.We maintain advanced equipment and continuous professional development for our veterinarians. Our mission extends to protecting public health through responsible veterinary practices. Client trust is built through transparent communication, respect for client decisions, and a shared passion for feline welfare. For 34 years, we have remained dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for cats.
Services
Internal Medicine
Surgical Procedures
Dentistry
Laser Surgery
Grooming Services
Boarding Facilities
Emergency Care
Feline Laser Rhinoplasty
Vaccinations
Nutrition Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Feline-only facility since 1990 with specialized care expertise
- Comprehensive services including emergency care and advanced surgery
- State-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical equipment available
- Dedicated to client education about preventive feline healthcare
- Experienced veterinarians with advanced training in feline medicine
What people say
Expertise in feline care
Compassionate veterinary team
Thorough examinations
Successful treatment outcomes
Cost-effective solutions
Services
Internal Medicine
Our internal medicine specialists diagnose and treat complex conditions in cats through comprehensive physical exams, laboratory testing, and advanced diagnostics. We manage chronic diseases and provide treatment plans tailored to each feline patient's needs while maintaining strict hygiene standards in our feline-only facility.
Surgical Procedures
We offer elective and emergency surgical interventions including spays, neuters, tumor removals, and orthopedic repairs. Our surgical suite employs modern techniques and monitoring equipment to ensure patient safety during procedures while maintaining board-certified protocols for post-operative care and pain management.
Dentistry
Our dental services combine preventive care with advanced treatments for periodontal disease and oral health issues. We provide full-mouth evaluations, digital radiography, professional cleanings under anesthesia, and oral surgery to address painful dental conditions that could affect overall feline health.
Laser Surgery
Utilizing carbon dioxide laser technology for select procedures reduces bleeding, minimizes pain, and accelerates recovery times. This technique proves particularly effective for soft tissue surgeries while maintaining the same high standards of care as traditional surgical methods in our feline-specific practice.
Feline Laser Rhinoplasty
We perform specialized nasal passage correction for brachycephalic breeds using laser technology without requiring sutures. This outpatient procedure addresses breathing difficulties in flat-nosed cats through precise tissue removal while ensuring comprehensive post-operative monitoring and pain management protocols.
People
Kendra Decile
Veterinarian
Dr. Kendra Decile graduated from UC Davis in 2003 with feline disease research experience. Specializing in geriatric medicine and dentistry, she brings expertise from Hemingway Cat Hospital and UC Davis research. Lives in Ventura with her husband and cat.
Questions
Do you specialize in specific cat breeds?
We treat all cat breeds but have particular expertise with brachycephalic breeds requiring special care like Persian nose corrections.
What emergency services are available?
Emergency care is available during regular business hours with trained personnel available for urgent feline medical situations.
How do appointment scheduling work?
Initial appointments last 30 minutes while follow-ups are scheduled based on required care with computerized scheduling coordination.
What payment options exist?
We accept cash, check, MasterCard, and Visa with payments required at time of service and treatment plans provided upfront.
Do you offer dental care?
Comprehensive dental services include routine cleanings, periodontal treatment, and oral surgery using modern anesthetic and radiography protocols.
Can I get second opinions?
We welcome referrals from other veterinarians and have successfully diagnosed complex cases previously misdiagnosed at other clinics.
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