Your experience at Healing Paws will be different—it will be thorough and kind, and you will be given plenty of information. We will do everything we can to make sure you understand what is happening with your cat.
If you have any questions before getting started with us as a new client, please contact us at (717) 462-9480!
What to Expect
At Healing Paws, we believe in building a strong client-practice relationship. We are here for you beyond your scheduled appointment time; know your questions after the visit are not only welcomed but encouraged. Our client care team is accessible via our virtual app, email, or phone so you can be sure you are getting answers from someone you trust. With Healing Paws Veterinary Care on your pet’s team, you don’t have to reach for a search engine to find out what is best for your cat. Just message us and we will help you know what is best specifically for them!
Our team members are all Fear Free certified and many of them are Cat Friendly certified as well. These certifications mean our team spends extra time studying the best techniques to make your cat’s visit as low-stress as possible. They have passed tests showing they truly know how to read your cat’s body language and adapt to provide them with what they need for a good veterinary experience.
The Exam
When beginning our nose-to-tail physical exam on your cat we like to ease them into things slowly. Your cat may need a little time to get used to us, and that is okay. We are fully equipped with treats and fun distractions and will allow your cat to explore the exam room as they wish to make them feel more comfortable.
We want your cat to bond with a staff member as their friend and we truly enjoy watching them do so. Sometimes, just like us humans, your cat may need some anxiety medications to overcome their nerves about car rides or vet visits, and that’s okay, too! Our doctors are Fear Free certified and specially trained to prescribe the right protocol to help your cat relax so they can also get the thorough exam and care they deserve without having to be scared or mishandled. We are dedicated to making sure every patient at Healing Paws Veterinary receives thorough and kind care – they’re your family.
To learn more about first exams at Healing Paws, give us a call at (717) 462-9480.