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The Cornell Feline Health Center strives to provide help for cats and hope for the future. Proud to be a part of Cornell University and the College of Vet. Med.

 Ithaca, New York
vet.cornell.edu/fhc/
Joined April 2014
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Stay up to date with news and research! Facebook: hubs.la/Q03dXZl40 Twitter/X: hubs.la/Q03dYp_T0 Website: hubs.la/Q03dX-ZZ0
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Feline Panleukopenia Virus (FPV) is a highly contagious, potentially deadly virus that can infect cats and kittens in utero. To learn more, click the link below and check out this infographic. hubs.la/Q04BWMV70
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National Veterinary Technician Week is to recognize Credentialed Veterinary Technicians, which are a valuable part of the veterinary healthcare team. So, let’s all thank the vet techs in our pets’ lives today.
Credentialed Veterinary Technicians are a valuable part of the veterinary healthcare team. They work compassionately with clients & their pets in need of care. They use their vast technical & scientific knowledge to treat & care for every animal species. And they do it all with love.

ALT Credentialed Veterinary Technicians are a valuable part of the veterinary healthcare team. They work compassionately with clients & their pets in need of care. They use their vast technical & scientific knowledge to treat & care for every animal species. And they do it all with love.

Vet Techs are… • Nurses • Anesthetists • Surgical Assistants • Physical Therapists • Dental Hygienists • Radiology Technicians • Phlebotomists • Laboratory Technicians • Pharmacy Technicians • Patient Advocates • Educators • Paw Holders • Live Savers

ALT Vet Techs are… • Nurses • Anesthetists • Surgical Assistants • Physical Therapists • Dental Hygienists • Radiology Technicians • Phlebotomists • Laboratory Technicians • Pharmacy Technicians • Patient Advocates • Educators • Paw Holders • Live Savers

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🎉🐱 Happy Global Cat Day! 🐱🎉 October 16th is a purr-fect time to celebrate our whiskered companions and raise awareness for the care, protection, and love all cats deserve—whether they’re lounging on laps, batting at shadows, or meowing for dinner 10 minutes early (again). 🐾
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Halloween is just around the corner! It is important to remember that Halloween can be lots of fun, but sometimes it's stressful for our pets. 🎃👻 Here are some Halloween Do's & Don'ts for our feline friends. 🐱
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The World Rabies Day is celebrated annually to raise awareness about rabies prevention and the fight to defeat this fatal disease. Safe and effective animal and human vaccines are among our most important tools, alongside raising awareness in our communities.
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It's #Caturday! Don't be shy, let's see those cats! Help us celebrate with pictures of your favorite feline friends. 📷🐱
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Today is Day 1 of the 2025 FelineVMA Annual Conference, September 24-27, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Come see us at our booth. We would love to meet you and talk all things feline 🐱 #FelineVMA2026
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Do you know how to tell if your cat is in pain? September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. Animals often express pain differently than people. In recognition of Animal Pain Awareness Month, take another look at Cornell’s Comparative Pain Program. ⬇️ hubs.la/Q04x4Pxr0
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Cornell Cinema is hosting an afternoon of laughter in service of our feline friends! Cat Video Fest is a joyous experience that raises money for local cats in need. Learn and purchase tickets at hubs.la/Q04xNlql0
CatVideoFest 2026 info in caption.

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Meow, Meow, Meow! 🐱⚓ National Meow Like a Pirate Day is celebrated on September 19th each year to recognize the role cats played on the high seas in the past. Cats were often seen as good luck charms and were valued for their ability to catch rats.
Today is Meow Like a Pirate Day.

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𝑾𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒑𝒂𝒑𝒆𝒓 𝑾𝒆𝒅𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒅𝒂𝒚 Celebrate with the Cornell Feline Health Center #WallpaperWednesday! Tap the photo below, then tap the three dots in the top corner of the photo to save the image to your phone. 📲 🐈😺
Black background with cat outline in center in multicolor

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September is Happy Cat Month! 🐱This whole month is dedicated to our feline friends, their well-being, and to help inform cat owners on what they can do to ensure their cats are happy and healthy. Stay turn for more information through out the month!
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It's #Caturday! Don't be shy, let's see those cats! Help us celebrate with pictures of your favorite feline friends. 📷🐱
the cat holds a cup in its paws and looks inside

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We can't wait to see you at the 2026 FelineVMA Annual Conference in Fort Lauderdale, FL on September 24 - 27! Make sure to stop by our booth and say hi, plus pick up some great giveaways! #FelineVMA2026
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MSN: Both wet and dry food are quality options for feeding your cat, says Dr. Kornreich. However, there may be cases where wet food is recommended. Read the full article ⬇️ hubs.ly/Q04wzGtV0
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It's #Caturday! Don't be shy, let's see those cats! Help us celebrate with pictures of your favorite feline friends. 📷🐱
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September is Pet Sitter Education Month. Check out this infographic for more information.
Infographic titled “Pet Sitter Education – Tips & Best Practices” from the Cornell Feline Health Center. It features a woman cuddling a black cat and includes illustrations of three cats at the bottom. Tips include: Get to know the pet(s) beforehand and understand medical conditions and medications. Keep the veterinarian’s phone number handy in case of emergency. Consider pet sitting insurance. Know which foods and plants are toxic to pets. Take a pet CPR course. Have reliable transportation. Ask if pets are microchipped and/or have ID tags. Website: vet.cornell.edu/fhc.

ALT Infographic titled “Pet Sitter Education – Tips & Best Practices” from the Cornell Feline Health Center. It features a woman cuddling a black cat and includes illustrations of three cats at the bottom. Tips include: Get to know the pet(s) beforehand and understand medical conditions and medications. Keep the veterinarian’s phone number handy in case of emergency. Consider pet sitting insurance. Know which foods and plants are toxic to pets. Take a pet CPR course. Have reliable transportation. Ask if pets are microchipped and/or have ID tags. Website: vet.cornell.edu/fhc.

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Today is Ginger Cat Appreciation Day! 💛 This day was created to celebrate the distinct personalities of orange felines!
Ode to the Orange Cat Oh, orange cat, with marmalade fur, You rule the house with one tiny purr. A sunbeam snoozer, a snack-time king, You find pure chaos in everything. You chase your tail, you steal my chair, Then gaze as though you’ve always been there. One brain cell? Maybe. A heart of gold? A thousand adventures waiting to unfold. From pumpkin paws to whiskers bright, You make each ordinary day feel light. So here’s to gingers, bold and sweet— With fuzzy heads and mischievous feet! Happy Ginger Cat Day to every orange star: Stay weird, stay wonderful, just as you are.

ALT Ode to the Orange Cat Oh, orange cat, with marmalade fur, You rule the house with one tiny purr. A sunbeam snoozer, a snack-time king, You find pure chaos in everything. You chase your tail, you steal my chair, Then gaze as though you’ve always been there. One brain cell? Maybe. A heart of gold? A thousand adventures waiting to unfold. From pumpkin paws to whiskers bright, You make each ordinary day feel light. So here’s to gingers, bold and sweet— With fuzzy heads and mischievous feet! Happy Ginger Cat Day to every orange star: Stay weird, stay wonderful, just as you are.

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Here is a look at some of the important dates and themes coming up! We'll have more info and showcase additional days as we progress through the month. 🐱
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It's #Caturday! Don't be shy, let's see those cats! Help us celebrate with pictures of your favorite feline friends. 📷🐱
Relaxed cat with silky fur basking in sun inside cozy home

ALT Relaxed cat with silky fur basking in sun inside cozy home

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