I think we all agree that cats are pretty awesome, but did you know that your furry friend can also improve your health? Having a feline companion can lower stress and anxiety, improve your mental health, and decrease the likelihood of heart attacks and stroke. The Power of the Purr Everyone has a bad day [...]
Now that the fur has settled and the Purrectors have settled into their new roles at the clinic, I finally have some time to get to know you all better and vice versa! As PURResident of the Board it is my job to make sure that we share important information with you that is also [...]
Hey Kits, as you know there have been some big changes at the clinic! Dr. Roller announced her semi-retirement in January and now you are the first to know that I am also retiring as CFO (Chief Feline Officer) this month. I’m pleased to tell you that I’m leaving you in purrfect paws with a [...]
Dear Clients, It is with deep gratitude that I announce Boise Cat Clinic will be under new ownership effective January 8, 2024. It has been an honor the past 12 years to have served this community, and the success of our clinic is a testament to the dedication of the wonderful families I have had [...]
The holidays are here and while they are suPURR fun, they do give us kitties a lot of opportunities to get into mischief! So, at the risk of sounding like The Grinch, I’m going to give you some information for keeping us furry ones safe while we all enjoy this festive time of year. Christmas [...]
Summer has passed and winter is on its way! Now, you’ve probably heard or read about the effects of changing seasons on humans, but have you ever wondered about your furry friends? We cats live through our senses – light, temperature, sounds, smells – and as these change with the seasons we respond to those [...]
It’s Fall and at this time of year, orange is all the rage! Pumpkins are ripening, leaves are turning color, and we can enjoy vivid orange sunrises and sunsets while indulging in all things pumpkin spice! So, given that orange is all around us, I thought it would be a good idea to devote [...]
Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week – September 18 – 24 Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week occurs the third week of September each year. Its purpose is to raise awareness and encourage people to adopt those pets that tend to spend more time at the shelter than other pets. So, what makes a pet [...]
Now, I may be a bit biased, but I think having a special day dedicated to us house panthers is a pretty awesome idea! Black kitties often get a bad rap. Some people think we are bad luck and we’ve even been accused of being witches! Of course, neither of these beliefs is true, but [...]
Hey kitties, summer is here and it’s a good time to talk about parasites and prevention. Now, I’m not going to sugar coat it – fleas, ticks and worms are gross! But while it’s not a particularly pleasant topic, parasite control is important. We need to make sure our humans know about it because along [...]
