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Memorial Cat Hospital
12424 Memorial Drive
Houston, Texas 77024
(713) 461-2287
(713) 464-4199 (fax)
catdoc323@aol.com
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What is the best way to medicate my cat?
 Medicating your cat can be challenging and
there are several humane techniques we recommend. Many cats can be medicated by placing them on a counter, using your left hand to firmly but gently hold their head by the cheek bones and using your right hand to open the mouth and insert the medication. We recommend using a pill popper to prevent the cat from biting your fingers.
Pill poppers are available at our office for a small charge. It is also recommended to follow any medication (especially doxycycline) with 2-3 mls of water (mls are the same as ccs).
If your cat moves around too much for this technique, try wrapping them firmly in a towel and repeating the previously mentioned technique. Always make sure your cat is able to breathe while wrapped in the towel. We also recommend giving your cat a treat or playing with a special toy after medicating them as a reward.
If you are a current client and are unable to medicate your cat, we offer a special service to help. Simply bring the cat and the medications and we will medicate your cat at no charge during business hours. You are also welcome to board your cat during this time.
A pill popper is shown to the right. 
This is a safe instrument you can use to
help medicate your cat. The pill goes into the soft rubber end and the pill is pushed into your cat's mouth using the plunger. These
are available at our office for a small charge.
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