How and why pet cats are fed the way they are: a self-reported owner survey.

Objectives: This study used an owner-directed online questionnaire to collect data regarding their food and water provision for their pet cats. The survey was conducted in 2019.

Methods: The anonymous online 30-question survey was available via vetprofessionals.

Understanding the barriers to blood pressure assessment in cats.

Objectives: A questionnaire was designed to survey veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians on blood pressure (BP) assessment in cats, including ocular examination, encompassing current methodology, indications, uptake and barriers.

Methods: An online questionnaire was produced and promoted to more than 2000 veterinary professionals, of whom 545 answered all questions and 85 answered most questions.

Results: Of the participants, 572 (90.

Veterinary services during the COVID-19 pandemic: less stressful for cats and their carers?

Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic saw major changes to small animal veterinary practice, many of which may have had an impact on stress in cats presented to the clinic. The aim of this study was to examine the nature of feline outpatient visits before and during the pandemic, and examine signs of stress noted in cats before, during and after these visits.

Methods: A questionnaire was used to gather data on cat owner experiences of visits to the veterinary clinic.

Happy cats: stress in cats and their carers associated with outpatient visits to the clinic.

Objectives: The importance of the effects of stress on cats is well recognised, with visits to the veterinary clinic a common cause of stress. The aim of this study was to explore owners' experiences of stress, both for themselves and their cat, during veterinary visits, and to gather data on owners' perception of resources within the clinic to reduce stress in their cats.

Methods: A questionnaire aimed at cat owners with recent experience of an outpatient visit to the veterinary clinic was developed and distributed.

Veterinary surgeons', veterinary nurses' and owners' experiences of feline telemedicine consultations during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic.

Background: There has been increasing provision of veterinary telemedicine consultations, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic; however, little evidence currently exists examining these remote consultations. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to explore veterinary and cat owner experiences of telemedicine consultations during the pandemic.

Methods: Two questionnaires, one aimed at veterinary professionals and one at cat owners, were launched in September 2020.