How to get my feral cat groomed if she needs light sedation?

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Hello, I rescued a feral cat in December and she has become a pet. I was referred to you by Dr. Foster & Smith. I would like to get my cat groomed, but she has not been around humans. I want to get something to lightly sedate her, so I can take her to get her groomed. She has sooo much hair. She will let me brush her all over, but not her belly. I would like to take her to a groomer to have most of her hair removed, but she needs to be slightly sedated for me to do that. Can you provide me with. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Female | spayed

Amy S. Eutsey, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. I am sorry but legally we are not allowed to prescribe or recommend a medication for an animal that we have not directly examined. You can contact your veterinarian and ask them about providing you with a prescription. If your cat has not visited a veterinarian in a long time, you will have to have her examined and brought up to date on vaccinations including FDVRCP and Rabies before any grooming facility will accept her for an appointment. Please contact your regular veterinarian for the medication you need and it is likely that even they will need a current physical exam to prescribe something.

How to get my feral cat groomed if she needs light sedation?

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