Columbia Cat Clinic

Surgery
	We offer a well-equipped surgical suite, with laser surgery, endoscopy, otoscopy, blood pressure and heart rate monitoring, dental scaling and polishing, dental high-speed hand piece for safe extraction of teeth as needed. Striving to use balanced, modern anesthetic protocols to maximize our patients' safety. Intravenous catheters and fluids are used to maintain a patient's blood pressure during anesthesia and minimize both immediate and long-term stress on the body. Analgesic agents are used to manage patients' postoperative pain and ensure the most comfortable recovery possible and the quickest return to normal life.

Acupuncture
	Dr. Sheridan performs acupuncture as an adjunct to medical treatments. Acupuncture is highly effective in cats, and is used to treat a wide variety of problems, from arthritis pain to internal medical disorders to diseases of the geriatric cat. This patient is having acupuncture treatments for itchy skin and hair loss. His condition did not respond to Western medical interventions, but he is more comfortable and growing hair back with weekly acupuncture sessions.

Diagnostics
	For your convenience, Columbia Cat Clinic is fully equipped to perform most blood work and urine analyses in-house, as well as many cytological preparations and bacterial and fungal cultures. Doctors work closely with outside laboratories to obtain more advanced blood and tissue studies as needed. We also offer Radiology and ultrasound to complement the doctor's skills, allowing non-invasive or minimally invasive diagnostic procedures in many cases.

Vaccinations
	We recommend that a doctor examine all patients twice yearly. Patients are carefully evaluated for health and lifestyle risk factors before vaccinations are administered. Physical exams and communication allow us to correctly recommend immunization and establish a wellness plan.

Grooming
	Every cat should be groomed on a regular basis. We offer an array of services to meet your pet's grooming needs including nail trims, ear cleaning/plucking, shampoo, hand brushing/loose hair removal, trims, cuts, and shave downs.

Boarding
	Our feline guests are offered the opportunity to stay in one of our "cat condos". Any guest with special-needs is given medication or monitored by the doctor as required, so clients with geriatric or ill pets need not worry while out of town. All boarders are required to be appropriately vaccinated, and a current vaccination history is kept on record for everyone's safety. Each guest receives personal attention from the staff daily, and the boarding suites are kept clean and maintained throughout their stay.