How to Bathe a Cat
We all know that cats generally hate water, and they are constantly cleaning themselves, but there are times that they will require an actual bath. Our Santa Cruz County vets are here to explain.
Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital that offers comprehensive medical services for dogs and cats across Santa Cruz County, from Aptos and Santa Cruz to Felton, Watsonville and Prunedale.
From preventive care and surgery to dental care, internal medicine, puppy and kitten care and emergency services our vets are able to meet all of your pet's healthcare needs in one place.
We provide care for companion animals and have developed a reputation since opening in 1977 for high quality, compassionate and friendly veterinary care to help return your pet back to their happy and healthy selves.
Whether you are bringing your pet in to see us for the first time, or have been relying on our veterinary team to care for your pet form puppy and kittenhood to their senior years, we always treat your pet as if they were our own.
Provide for your pet's oral and overall health with dental care, from cleanings to exams and surgical procedures.
Find diagnosis and treatments for diseases and conditions that affect your pet's internal systems and structures.
Find high quality guidance and service for as you care for your puppy or kitten throughout their critical first year and life.
At Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital, our veterinarians offer a comprehensive range of services for your dog or cat. From preventative medicine like routine checkups and vaccinations, to surgical services, we aim to provide your pet with the high quality care they deserve, supported by our advanced diagnostic lab.
Put your pet's long-term health first with the proactive and preventative care offered by routine checkups and exams.
Put a stop to diseases and conditions before they become an issue using vaccinations and parasite prevention.
We support your pets care with our in-house diagnostic lab, to provide targeted diagnosis and treatment plans.
Our vets offer a variety of surgical procedures to help your pet maintain and recover their good health.
At Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital, we are dedicated to providing an atmosphere of compassion, joy, creativity, understanding, and respect for our clients, patients and staff.
Our veterinary team works closely together in order to provide the best possible care to and fastest possible recovery for your pet when they are ill.
Our vets are committed to and passionate about client education in order to encourage long-term pet health and wellness. We work with you to create a treatment plan to maintain your pet's health that works for them, and for you.
Our veterinarians' combined skill, experience and passion for pets allows us to provide you and your pet with the best possible services and health outcomes to meet and exceed your expectations.
Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital is proud to serve patients across Santa Cruz County, including Aptos, Santa Cruz, Capitola, Pajaro, Prunedale, Felton and more.
Regardless of whether you're searching for advice about protecting your pet from illness or parasites, or you are looking for answers to questions about your pet's wellness, our veterinary blog features tips from Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital to help your pets stay healthy and happy.
We all know that cats generally hate water, and they are constantly cleaning themselves, but there are times that they will require an actual bath. Our Santa Cruz County vets are here to explain.
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Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Santa Cruz County companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.