My senior cat hates the vet. Are there drug-free ways to calm her?

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Hi! I have a 13 year old cat due for annual. She gets real stressed and out vet prescribed gabapentin. I'm reading it can have liver and kidney side effects. Are there any other things that I could do without using drugs on her? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 2 years and 3 months old | 6 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

Those side effects are more common with chronic long term use. One to two doses prior the appointment will provide mild sedation and help calm her for the visit. You can try feliway spray. You spray a towel for the carrier and place a towel on top to help keep her covered

My senior cat hates the vet. Are there drug-free ways to calm her?

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