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Examinations for Cats

Kittens

Your kitten will receive a complete physical exam at the time of vaccinations. Exams help determine if there are existing congenital, hereditary, or developmental problems. We try to make these visits as informative for you and as fun for your kitten as possible. Kittens will receive two exams during the course of their vaccinations prior to their spaying or neutering.

Adult Cats

Your adult cat should have an annual thorough physical exam. During the exam we look at the ears, eyes, and mouth. We also listen to their heart and lungs and feel the abdomen and the rest of their body for any growths. Hopefully, any abnormalities can be caught early and treated successfully. Some common health conditions of adult pets include:

Allergies
Ear infections
Lameness
Lyme Disease and Anaplasma
Dental Disease
Skin Growths
Vomiting and Diarrhea
Urinary Tract Infections

Senior Cats

Because the older cat is much more likely to have medical problems, we recommend a bi-annual physical exam. Superior Animal Hospital also offers a Senior Care Wellness program for your senior and geriatric pets over seven years of age. All of these pest should get, at the minimum, a blood chemistry profile (BCP) and a complete blood count (CBC) annually for early detection of health problems. Any abnormalities found may need further diagnostic testing. For more information on our senior pet program, visit our personalized care page. Common health conditions of senior pets include:

Periodontal Disease
Obesity
Endocrine Diseases
Kidney and Liver Diseases
Heart Disease
Arthritis
Loss of Vision
Cancer
Behavioral Changes

Please ask your veterinarian and further questions you may have regarding your cat’s examination requirements.