Case Studies

Cat Specialist Services is proud to hold ASAV Hospital Accreditation following a comprehensive independent assessment against nationally recognised hospital standards. The criteria consider every part of operations, clinical care and the systems that support it.

Some cats have lots to say. Some say nothing at all. Both can be completely normal. But the important question is whether they’ve become more vocal than they used to be. Increased vocalisation can be due to an underlying medical issue.

Renal diets are the single most evidence‑based intervention for slowing progression and improving survival in feline CKD, and their benefits start as early as IRIS Stage 1 when appropriately implemented and monitored.

If your feline friend is getting older, quality of life is probably a term you’ve heard from your vet before. Rest assured, plenty of senior cats continue to live happy, comfortable and fulfilling lives with the right support.

Sometimes, cats genuinely have preferences. That’s normal. However, any changes in eating habits can also be one of the earliest signs of a genuine medical problem. It can be hard to tell the difference, but a few things might give your fussy feline friend away.

When it comes to sedation in sick cats, it’s never routine and must always be approached on a case-by-case basis. As a cat-exclusive hospital, we’re often asked what protocols we use in these situations.

Most cat owners know exactly what their cat looks like when they’re annoyed or hungry. Sick is harder. Cats are masters at acting normal when they’re not feeling normal. Often, the earliest signs of illness are small behavioural changes.

Training others to become feline specialists is about more than clinical skill. I was trained by people who love the species, and they gave their time to help me. It’s something I’m really passionate about passing on to the next generation at CSS.

Nasal congestion might sound minor, but in cats, it’s impacting comfort, appetite and breathing. Thankfully, some are short-lived upper respiratory infections, but anything ongoing or recurrent usually warrants further investigation.