Caring for your cat goes beyond veterinary care. Learn more about feline education, associations, shelters, pet insurance, and pet medical financing.
Information and Education
Cat Friendly Practice
Cats at Home is proud to be recognized as a Cat Friendly Practice®. This certified program is a global initiative designed to elevate hospital care for cats while reducing the stress for the cat, caregiver, and also the entire veterinary team. We provide a dog sound/smell free environment for the comfort of your cat.
Cat Healthy.ca
Increase your awareness about proper cat health and demystify cat behaviour, helping your cats live healthier, happier lives.
Cornell Feline Health Centre
Affiliated with Cornell Veterinary College, it is the first dedicated Feline Health Center in North America, doing research specifically for feline medical issues.
International Cat Care
Engage, educate and empower people throughout the world to improve the health and welfare of cats by sharing advice, training and passion.
Indoor Pet Initiative
The Indoor Pet Initiative (IPI) provides a foundation for pet owners and veterinarians to create plans tailored to promote thriving that are based on the soundest, most up-to-date science available.
Feline Diabetes Information
Excellent information to become familiar with how to help your diabetic cat enjoy a longer life with you.
Associations
Pet Insurance
Canadian Pet Insurance Providers
There are many different pet insurance providers in the market today. With the introduction of AI you can search the various platforms and get a very comprehensive explanation of the design of Pet Insurance policies, their unique differences, and the advantages of one type over another. All policies have a deductible amount before you get reimbursed. This amount is inversely related to your cost of the monthly premium ( ie a higher deductible gives you a lower premium). The monthly premium cost can vary based on species (dog vs Cat), breed (Persian vs Domestic Long Hair), age and the location where you live. The plan you choose can range from comprehensive health care vs only accident/illness coverage. Another aspect that you should be aware of is the pre-existing conditions. No insurance company will cover an illness or injury that is present before the policy is activated. When you decide to purchase a policy be aware that there is waiting period from the date the policy is submitted to when it is actually activated. This can range from 2 to 14 days before your cat is enrolled in the program and actual coverage is accepted.
The benefit of having the right policy will be very helpful when you have a sick cat, or a cat who has had an accident. This second type of patient would need extensive diagnostics and medical or surgical intervention in order to help them recuperate from the condition identified by the medical investigation and proposed treatment.
Shelters
Canadian Animal Rescue & Extended Shelter (CARES)
Cats only
TLC Pet Adoptions
Cats only
Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association (VOKRA)
Cats only
Langley Animal Protection Society (LAPS)
All companion animals
Critter Care Wildlife Society
Wildlife only
Pet Medical Financing
PETCARD
PetCard is Canada’s #1 veterinary financing company. Offers cat care givers the option to proceed with expensive treatment and recovery of their family cat.
Easy application process
Get a decision within minutes*, 24 hours 7 days a week
No hidden fees
Full transparency on interest and fees included in your plan. So you always know how much you owe, upfront
No repayment penalty
Pay off your financing plan, any time without penalty
Our goal is to work collaboratively with you and allow you to be an active partner in your cat’s healthcare. Based on our experience and expertise in feline medicine, we will provide you with expert recommendations to support you in making the best healthcare decisions for your cat or kitten.
Request an appointment now or call us at 604-574-8873.
