Summeridge Vet Clinic Thanks Those Who Adopted Our Kittens

Kittens 2Four little kittens arrived at Summeridge Animal Clinic, located in Vaughan, Thornhill, six weeks ago in a Rubbermaid tote container brought in by a good Samaritan from an auto repair shop.  They consisted of three males and one female; two long haired kittens and two short-haired kittens.  Their mother had been killed in a roadside accident and they had come to rely on the generosity of our good Samaritan for food.  They arrived scarred, thin and dirty but certainly hopeful for a better life.

 

On arrival they were given names:  (Pansy, Harry, Neville and Draco) and soon after their initial baths, they settled in.  Our Summeridge Team dewormed them, gave them flea medication and stool tests along with plenty of attention, food and water.  Within a short period of time, they were thriving:  running around, getting into mischief, playing and rough-housing, like kittens the world over.

 

It was at this point that it became necessary to find them permanent homes.

 

Pansy OlderThe first to find a home was Pansy (the only female).  She is a short-haired calico female with plenty of energy, sensitivity and agility.  She was an instant hit with her new owner who has adopted her to fill a void left by a previous feline occupant of her home.  Pansy has taken to her new home with relish and has begun to explore every inch of her new environment giving special attention to the potted plants and other adornments in her vicinity including climbing the Christmas tree.

 

Harry PlayingThe second one to leave the clinic nursery was Harry, a black and white long-haired male.  Harry was the largest of the three male kittens.  He was adopted by a family with two active children and a dog so he should be in his element.  He loves to play, climb and carouse.  We understand that he has become very friendly with the dog and a constant companion to the children.  He has quickly learned to play hockey and has been observed handing by his two front paws from the Christmas tree swinging on a branch Tarzan style.

 

Neville in Box & DracoThe last two kittens:  Neville, a short-haired grey and white male and Draco, a long-haired grey and white male were transported to their new home this weekend.  Thankfully, they have been adopted together since they have always been rather close, sleeping and playing together as a team.  Both like to be cuddled and purr easily.  Neville especially likes to have his tummy rubbed.  They will initially be sharing their new home with a dog and another cat.  But eventually, they will be moving to another residence in Aliston. 

 

We wish all four of the kittens the very best in their new homes and we trust they will give their new owners all the love, affection and joy that kittens can bring to any home. 

 

Three Kittens Up for Adoption at Summeridge Animal Clinic in Thornhill, Vaughan

At the Summeridge Animal Clinic located in Thornhill, Vaughan, we have three beautiful, cuddly, cute and lovable bundles of fur ready to be adopted by the general public.  These three kittens are playful, rambunctious and entertaining.

 

Let me introduce you to the three kittens seeking homes:

 

Harvey OlderHarry, is a black and white long-haired kitten with a distinctly somewhat stunned look.  He loves to play, chase his toys and wrestle with his brothers.  Like all kittens, he enjoys a warm cuddle and lots of TLC.

 

Neville Older 2Neville, the smallest of the three brothers, is a grey and white short haired kitten.  At first Neville was extremely shy and reserved but he has grown up and now can easily keep up with his two larger brothers.  He pounces, chases the other two and enjoys playing.  He has become more vocal with time and loves to be cuddled or sitting in someone’s lap.

 

Draco OlderDraco is a long-haired grey and white kitten and sweet as honey gentle as a lamb.  He is our poster boy for our “Friend Me” section on our Summeridge Animal Clinic Facebook page.  While he also likes to play, pounce and run like any kitten, he also enjoys a warm lap and a good cuddle.

 

Each of these kittens would make a great addition to any family.  They have been socialized, handled a lot and exposed to barking dogs and other “scary” sounds.

 

Please open your hearts and contact us if you wish to adopt one or more of these cuddly creatures.

 Check out our Summeridge Animal Clinic Facebook page for more information and pictures!

 If you have any questions, please call us at Summeridge Animal Clinic, your Thornhill Vet at 905-731-1225 or visit our website at www.summeridgeanimalclinic.com

 

Signs of Illness in Cats as Seen by Our Vaughan Veterinarian

Profile of Two Cats

Older Cat 2aSummeridge Animal Clinic, Our Vaughan Veterinary Hospital, knows that there is an intricate relationship between cats and their owners. By nature, cats have always been stoic and it is difficult to notice if they are sick or in pain.  An observant owner can detect small changes in their appearance, behaviour or eating habits indicating that all is not well.  Our Vaughan Veterinary Hospital knows that cats are very good at hiding pain from us.  Our Vaughan Veterinary Clinic wants you to keep an eye out for any of the following changes which could indicate that your feline friend is not in purrfect health.

Any changes in water/food consumption should trigger you to put your sleuthing cap on.  Our Vaughan Veterinary Hospital knows that missing a meal or a slow decrease in food consumption can be an early warning sign that all is not 100%.

Cat drinking waterChanges in water consumption may be more difficult to observe, especially if cats are outdoors and drinking from other water sources.  If  you are uncertain about how much food or water your cat is consuming daily, don’t worry,  Our Vaughan Veterinary Hospital suggests measuring food and water to obtain a better idea on their eating and drinking habits.

Our Vaughan Veterinary Hospital realizes that our feline friends will always be somewhat of an enigma.  It is their mysterious nature that draws us to them, wanting to know more, but it is also their mysterious nature that allows them to keep us at bay.  That is why our Vaughan Veterinary Hospital, the Summeridge Animal Clinic, wants you to become a keen observer of your feline friend by documenting any changes and contacting us immediately to ensure proper treatment.  Stay tuned for another article exploring other signs of illness in your cat.  For more information you can contact us at 905-731-1225 or visit our website www.summeridgeanimalclinic.com or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/summeridgeanimalclinic.