In our Happy Vet Visits series, we have touched upon what
pet owners can do to help ease their pet’s fears and anxiety when visiting the
vet. We’re going to switch gears and
inform pet owners what we have done as a clinic to make your pet’s visit less stressful,
perhaps even pleasurable!
If you haven’t stopped into Veterinary Associates of Cape
Cod recently, you are missing out. We
have undergone a complete remodel designed with pets, their owners and staff in
mind. You’ll notice dramatic differences
when entering the hospital, having a seat in our lobby and in the examination
rooms.
A huge change in our hospital is species specific waiting
areas and exam rooms. This is huge for cat
owners as many cats become stressed when leaving their familiar
surroundings. Thankfully the days of
barking dogs and stressed out cats sitting side by side prior to appointments
are over! As soon as you check in at our
front desk, have a seat in our spacious lobby.
You’ll find a cat only waiting area overlooking a beautiful 440 gallon
saltwater aquarium. You and your cat can
relax to the sounds of soothing cat music playing in this tranquil area
equipped with Feliway diffusers that will help calm your cat.
When it’s time to see your veterinarian, our room technician
will lead you into one of our cat only examination rooms. These rooms have windows to the outside
world, ramps and scratching posts, toys and treats, pheromone diffusers and
warm towels for your cat’s enjoyment and comfort. Relax to the soothing music designed
specifically to calm your cat’s anxiety.
Remember our blog recommending specific carriers for your cat? If your cat feels safe in their carrier, our
doctors will remove the lid from the carrier and examine your pet in their safe
spot!
Checking out is a breeze in our newly designed facility. Simply make your way over to the discharge
side of our front desk. Once you’re
ready to go, you’ll find a new separate exit door – no more accidental
encounters with patients entering the building!
