At the Vet’s Office, Shhhhhh!

Cats find quieter veterinary environments less stressful.

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© leaf | Bigstock If the noise and commotion at the vet’s office ramp up, your cat can become unduly stressed.
Cats are significantly calmer at quiet doctors’ offices than at those with lots of doctor’s office noises: dogs barking, doors clanging shut, people talking. Their heart rates and respiratory rates are higher in noisy veterinary environments than in a quiet setting, and they may also exhibit behavior responses that indicate stress, such as flattened ears, […]
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