Why Do We Have a Clinic Cat - What Does He Do?

I frequently get questions about how Tucker got the job of clinic cat and what does he do? Tucker was adopted from the Idaho Humane Society and shortly after being adopted was diagnosed with diabetes. Initially, this was ok, because so was his new owner and she understood his needs very well. Within a few months, he was also diagnosed with food allergies which require a fairly expensive diet. Sadly, his owners lost their jobs and could no longer afford his care.

So, how did I get him? Well.... while he was here for glucose curves, which require a blood draw each hour, Tucker would lay in his cage on his back with his feet in the air without a care in the world. He was extremely comfortable here and happy to be anywhere and afraid of nothing. Dogs would come and go and he would greet them happily from inside his cage. So, when they told me they were going to have to get rid of him, I agreed to invite him into the River City family.

As you can see from the photo, he has a pretty tough life!

So, what does Tucker do???? Well, the last few days have been good examples. I have had to euthanize several pets and people often ask how I deal with that. Well, Tucker helps me. After helping those animals and their families, I often take Tucker into my office and snuggle for a minute and he reminds me of the special bond we have between these amazing animals and how they make our lives better, even if the end is so difficult.

He makes me smile everyday that I see him. That is the job of this clinic cat! And, that makes all of his medical issues worth dealing with. We hope to have him for many years to come.

Feel free to visit him when you come in. He is guaranteed to make you smile!

Sara Liddell, DVM

River City Veterinary Hospital

2250 W. Everest Lane

Meridian, ID 83616

208-888-7300

http://www.rivercityvet.com/

info@rivercityvet.com