The Cat Doctor

Vestal, NY

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Feline Exclusive

Services

Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Accreditations

Cat Friendly

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

The Cat Doctor has been providing the best care to our feline friends since 1994. We are dedicated to top-quality feline medicine catering to the comfort and unique needs of cats

Dr. Susan Szczotka started The Cat Doctor July of 1994 to better care for her feline favorites. Today, we continue to provide quality care to your kitty companions

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
4
Licensed technicians
6
Support staff
14
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Appointments & hours

Monday 8am-5pm Tuesday 12:30pm-8pm Wednesday 8am-3pm Thursday 12:30pm-8pm Friday 8am-5pm Saturday 9am-1pm

Frequently asked

Is The Cat Doctor accepting new patients?+

Yes — The Cat Doctor is currently accepting new patients.

What services does The Cat Doctor offer?+

The Cat Doctor offers Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, In House Lab, Pharmacy, End Of Life.

When was The Cat Doctor established?+

The Cat Doctor has served the Vestal, NY community since 1994.

What reviewers say

95% Positive sentiment
based on 247 reviews

The practice offers specialized, compassionate veterinary care tailored to cats in a welcoming, dog-free environment that reduces stress for feline patients. The facility is modern, clean, and quiet, featuring a comfortable waiting area and thoughtful touches like an exit door for end-of-life visits. The veterinary team is widely regarded as highly knowledgeable, patient, and thorough, providing clear explanations and exceptional support during health crises and comforting final moments. While appointment availability can be constrained due to high demand, the staff remains attentive, professional, and dedicated to delivering affordable, high-quality care.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.