The Cat Doctor Veterinary Center

A Cat-Only Veterinary Hospital designed for a stress-free comfortable visit. Where Cats Come First!

The Cat Doctor Veterinary Center was founded in 1989, by Dr. Kirk H. Haupt. Dr. Haupt spent most of his veterinary career admiring and focusing on his feline patients. He began his career at Washington State University, obtaining his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 1977. After graduation, Dr. Haupt pursued a challenging career path of advanced training and in 1983 achieved the distinction of board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM). He then spent several years at Washington State University, College of Veterinary Medicine teaching future veterinarians. In 1987, Dr. Haupt left academia to pursue his desire to focus his career solely on the care of the feline patient. In 1989, with the encouragement of his colleagues and friends, he opened The Cat Doctor Veterinary Center in a then sparsely-populated Federal Way, Washington. Feline-only veterinary facilities were uncommon at that time, and it took dedication, effort, and personal sacrifice to get his dream off-the-ground and to where it is today. As of November of 2006, Dr. Haupt made the decision to retire from active practice. Dr. Kirk Haupt left a legacy of leadership by example, focus, dedication, and high moral principles. He created a wonderful place where concern for the companion feline patient's care and well-being permeates the atmosphere and defines the very purpose of its existence

Mission — We are dedicated to providing loving medical and surgical care for companion cats. We put the health and comfort of our feline patients first, by providing the highest level of veterinary care and by treating our feline patients gently and compassionately. We support our clients by educating them about their cat's needs and behaviors, and by providing emotional support during times of their cat's illness. We provide convenience and value for our clients. We share a deep bond with our clients and their feline companions. We emphasize complete patient care in a non-rushed environment, focusing on quality, and not quantity. We spend the time needed to properly diagnose and treat this complex species. We attract and employ highly-qualified and deeply dedicated veterinary professionals and support staff who take great pride in their calling to attend to our client and patient needs