GOLD CAT FRIENDLY CLINIC
A Calmer, Happier
Vet Visit for
Your Cat.
Archway Vets are delighted to have been a Gold level accredited Cat Friendly Clinic since 2020! We are thrilled to have been the first Gold level Cat Friendly Clinic in the South Lakes.
We know that visiting the vets
can be stressful for cats and
their owners. That's why we've
created a welcoming environment
designed around the unique
needs of our feline patients.
From peaceful waiting areas to
gentle handling and dedicated
facilities, every detail is
designed to help your cat
feel more comfortable.
A BETTER EXPERIENCE FOR CATS
What Makes Archway Cat Friendly?
Cats have very different needs from dogs, particularly when visiting the vets. Our dedicated facilities and thoughtful approach are designed to make every visit as calm and comfortable as possible.
Separate Cat Waiting Area
Our dedicated cat waiting area helps keep feline patients away from dogs, reducing unfamiliar sights, sounds and smells that can make veterinary visits stressful.
Dedicated Cat Consulting Room
Our cat consulting room provides a quieter, more comfortable setting for examinations and appointments, helping your cat feel more at ease.
Dedicated Feline Ward
Cats staying with us benefit from a separate feline ward, providing a calmer environment away from dogs while they receive treatment and recover.
Gentle, Cat-Friendly Handling
Our team understands feline behaviour and uses a considerate, patient approach when handling cats, adapting care to each individual's temperament and needs.
GOLD CAT FRIENDLY ACCREDITED
A Higher Standard
of Care for Cats.
Archway Veterinary Practice has proudly held Gold Cat Friendly Clinic accreditation since 2020, recognising our commitment to improving the veterinary experience for cats.
Our dedicated feline facilities are designed to help reduce stress, from arrival at the practice through to consultation, treatment and recovery.
Combined with our team's understanding of feline behaviour, these facilities help us provide a more comfortable experience for our feline patients.
Explore Our Facilities →MORE THAN JUST CAT FRIENDLY
The Little Details Make a Big Difference.
Our commitment to feline care goes beyond our dedicated facilities. From specialist knowledge to longer appointments and advanced surgical support, we've put thoughtful measures in place to make veterinary care better for cats.
Dedicated Cat Advocates
Our dedicated Cat Advocates, Veterinary Surgeon Megan and Registered Veterinary Nurse Steph , help ensure that Cat Friendly Clinic criteria are met throughout the practice.
They support the wider team in following feline best practice and undertake additional cat-related studies every year to maintain their roles as Cat Advocates.
Meet Our Team →20-Minute Appointments
Our 20-minute appointments give cats time to acclimatise and settle into their surroundings before examinations begin.
Our feline-only consulting room is equipped with cat-appropriate weighing scales and smaller instruments for examining eyes and ears.
Keeping the room exclusively for cats also helps prevent lingering dog scents, which some cats may perceive as threatening.
Advanced Anaesthesia & Surgical Care
Our standards for anaesthesia and surgery go beyond those required for Gold Cat Friendly Clinic accreditation.
We have multiple equipped theatres available for feline surgery, supporting both planned and emergency procedures on site.
Qualified nurses are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to monitor sedation and anaesthesia using high-quality monitoring equipment, helping support patient safety throughout their care.
GOLD CAT FRIENDLY CLINIC
Give Your Cat the Care They Deserve.
Every cat deserves to feel safe,
comfortable and cared for.
At Archway Veterinary Practice,
our Gold Cat Friendly Clinic
accreditation reflects our
commitment to providing
thoughtful, compassionate
veterinary care.
Whether you're looking to
register your cat or have
a question about their care,
our friendly team is
here to help.