Vet services for cats
Vet care for cats
Your cat’s comfort matters as much as yours. Vet Hub Ringwood ensures a welcoming, inclusive environment and gentle approach to care, we’ll make sure your cat is healthy and happy!
30 years of experience
Get expert care and support for your cat.
Vet Owned and Operated
Resulting in care-focused services and outcomes.
Ringwood Cat Services
Vets that know how to provide care to cats.
Kitten and cat services
New Kitten
Give your tiny tiger all they need for their growing years. We’ll make sure they grow healthy and strong!
Adult Cat
Your cat might be all grown up, but they still need quality care. Together we’ll make sure they remain healthy.
Senior Cat
They may not show wrinkles, but senior cats need extra care! Let’s keep them healthy as long as possible.
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Preventative Care for Cats
General Health Checks
Proactive health checks for simple preventative cat care.
Vaccinations
Know your cat is protected with the most up-to-date vaccines.
Dental Checks
Keep your cat’s teeth and gums healthy! Explore expert dental care.
Parasites
Ensure your cat is parasite free with easy, preventative parasite care.
Blood Tests
Whether it’s screening, monitoring, or diagnosis, we’ll make blood tests simple.
Weight Management
Keep your cat in top shape with weight management and personalised advice.
Kitten moments to senior reminders - we’re with you for life
Pet care for life — that’s what we’re all about. Ensuring your cat gets the quality vet care they need to live a happy, purr-filled life! No matter which life stage they’re at, we’ll create a care plan together. And be there each step of your cat’s journey.
Surgery and Medical Care
Surgery Services
No matter the procedure, your cat will be in expert hands for surgery.
Desexing Services
Desexing services to keep your cat healthy and prevent any surprise kittens!
Digital X-ray Services
Easy x-ray services to make sure your cat is healthy inside and out!
Ultrasound Services
Get a detailed look at your cat’s health with ultrasound scans, all done on-site for convenience!
Clinical Pathology Services
Expert in-clinic pathology services for easy diagnosis and monitoring.
Dental Services
Keep your cat’s teeth purrfectly clean! Dental care to keep those fangs fresh and trouble-free.
Surgery Before and After Care
From pre-surgery prep to post-care cuddles, we’ll make surgery stress-free.
Free Kitten Health Check
Book a free health check for your kitten! Our Ringwood Vets will assess their overall wellbeing, provide expert advice, and ensure they’re happy and healthy. Schedule your kitten check-up today!
Cat Parasite Prevention
Fleas
Stop fleas and keep your cat itch-free with a proper flea-protection schedule.
Ticks
Ticks can be dangerous for cats! Preventative care helps keep your cat safe and well.
Intestinal Worms
Keep your cat’s gut worm free! Learn regular prevention methods and advice for your cat.
Common Cat Diseases
Arthritis
Stiff joints, slower jumps, and less play? Arthritis affects cats too! Early detection and care help keep them comfortable, active, and happy longer
Dental Disease
Dental disease affects many cats and can cause pain and infection. Watch for bad breath, drooling, or trouble eating. Proactive care is essential.
Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes Mellitus is a condition where cats can’t regulate blood sugar properly. Diabetes in cats affects energy and health. Early care is key to managing it!
Kidney Disease
Kidney disease affects your cat’s ability to filter waste from the blood, impacting hydration, appetite, and overall energy levels.
Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism in cats speeds up metabolism, causing weight loss, increased appetite, and behaviour changes.
Blood Pressure
High blood pressure can damage your cat’s heart, kidneys, and vision. There are often no obvious signs, but regular checks can catch it.
Atopy
Atopy is an allergic skin condition causing itching, redness, and irritation. Without treatment, it can lead to infections (and very grumpy cats!).
Common Cat Symptoms
Urinary Issues
Struggling to pee, frequent trips to the litter box, or accidents? Urinary issues in cats can signal serious problems.
Diarrhoea
Diarrhoea in cats can be caused by diet changes, infections, parasites, or underlying health issues. If poo is a problem, let’s get it sorted!
Ear Infections
Ear infections in cats can be caused by several things, including allergies, yeast and bacteria, leading to itching, redness and discomfort.
Limping
Limping in cats can result from injury, arthritis, or joint issues, causing pain, stiffness, and difficulty moving comfortably.
Itchy Skin
Itchy skin can be caused by allergies, parasites, or infections. It can cause scratching, redness, and irritation in cats.
Vomiting
Frequent vomiting in cats can signal underlying issues like diet sensitivities, or more serious illness. If occuring, call our friendly vet team!
Other Services
Community Resources
Get expert advice and cat-specific resources for your cat’s health.
Pet Insurance
We’ve integrated insurance into our system! We’ll submit claims for you instantly, you just pay the gap, making it easy to get your pet insurance benefits.
Emergency Care
Fast and reliable emergency care when your cat needs it most! We’ll be there when you need us.
Book An Appointment Online
Our Vet Hub team are ready and waiting to meet you and your pet. Book your appointment online now.
About us
Vets that love you and your pet
With 30 years experience, our team has seen thousands of pets and met hundreds of pet parents and owners just like you! During this time, here’s what we’ve learnt:
- Every pet is unique
- Listening makes a difference
- Pets and their wellbeing always comes first
- By constantly improving our practices, we’re always enhancing your level of pet care
Behind all the hands-on experience and qualifications are also a super friendly team that wants to create awesome vet experiences.
FAQs
How often should I book my cat in for a check-up?
Our friendly vets recommend regular check-ups every 6-12 months, including an annual vaccination!
Should I feed my cat wet food or dry food?
There is no straight answer when it comes to what to feed your cat. Age, breed and any health conditions need to be considered when selecting a diet. For kittens, softer food and smaller kibble is better while they have their baby teeth. In adult cats, it is important to include a dental kibble diet to help care for their teeth. Senior cats or those affected with renal disease will often need the additional moisture content of wet food.
Your cat may have a few things to say about their preferences too! Book an appointment with our Vets to determine what is right for your feline friend.
Why is my cat suddenly avoiding the litter box or straining to urinate?
It could be stress, a dirty box, or a more serious medical issue like a UTI or urinary blockage. Please call us as soon as you notice any straining, increased number of visits to the tray or inappropriate toileting to discuss if an urgent appointment is needed.
My cat gets furballs. Is this normal?
It is normal for cats to ingest some hair during their daily grooming. This hair can potentially cause hairballs that cats are unable to pass through their system and need to vomit up.
To help reduce how often vomiting occurs, brush your cat at least 3 times per week and feed them a high-fibre dry kibble as part of their diet. Please speak to one of our vets if vomiting is occurring more than once every few days.
Is my cat allowed to be outdoors?
Maroondah City Council require all cats to be confined to your properties at night.
While this means your cats are technically allowed outside during the day, we strongly recommend considering your cats’ health and safety before letting them outside.
Outdoor cats are at risk of being hit by cars, becoming lost, or attacked by other animals, including other cats. Outdoor cats are more likely to need more regular emergency medical treatments and are at risk of contracting illnesses like FIV and FeLV that have lifelong negative effects on their health.
At Vet Hub we recommend keeping cats indoors only or safely confined in an outdoor cat enclosure for their protection.
Let’s talk pets
Here’s some extra pet tips and knowledge from Vet Hub Ringwood. Because sharing is caring!
