The Cat Doctor

Vestal, NY

At a glance

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

Species treated

Feline Exclusive

Services

Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Accreditations

Cat Friendly

Amenities & accessibility

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 249 reviews

The practice is a specialized veterinary clinic focused primarily on feline care, while also accommodating small exotic pets such as birds, rabbits, ferrets, and reptiles. The facility features a quiet, clean, and spacious environment designed without dogs present to reduce animal stress. The professional staff and experienced veterinarians deliver exceptionally compassionate, thorough, and knowledgeable care, including dedicated end-of-life support, detailed explanations, and reasonable pricing. While the team is highly regarded for exceptional medical treatment and strong client communication, appointment availability can be constrained due to high demand and limited new patient intake.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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