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The Cat Doctor

535 N 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, North Philadelphia

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535 N 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, North Philadelphia

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  • Pharmacy on site
  • Cat Friendly Clinic certified

As the place states it on its own website.

About

Veterinary clinic in North Philadelphia, Philadelphia

The Cat Doctor is a cat-exclusive veterinary hospital established in Philadelphia in 1983. Services include preventative wellness exams, vaccinations, feline dentistry, surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging, and boarding.

Emergency: Urgent care available during business hours, with after-hours emergencies referred to partner hospitals.

Specialties

SurgeryDentistry

Opening hours

Monday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠4:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM⁠–⁠1:00 PM
Sunday
Closed

Hours checked 16 Oct 2026 · source

What customers say

pawenn summary of 11 Google reviews from April – October 2026

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Mostly positive11 of 11 reviews

Dedicated feline practitioners and assistants

Cat owners speak warmly of the veterinary doctors and support staff, praising their calm manner and patience during stressful visits. Clients appreciate clinicians who take time for thorough examinations and gentle communication, despite occasional administrative scheduling delays.

Mostly positive10 of 11 reviews

Calm and feline-focused clinic atmosphere

Reviewers praise the cat-only environment, highlighting how the quiet setting and resident office felines help ease anxious patients. Pet parents note that staff handle spirited or nervous cats with great care, often wrapping them comfortably in blankets for relaxed examinations.

Mixed5 of 11 reviews

Clear consultations alongside scheduling issues

Several clients praise clinicians for walking them through diagnostic pathways without pushy upsells, conducting examinations directly in front of owners. However, a reviewer reported frustration with third-party scheduling communications when an appointment was not properly confirmed.

Questions owners ask

Is The Cat Doctor exclusively for felines?

Yes, the facility is designed specifically for cats, offering a dog-free, quiet environment to reduce pet stress.

Are veterinary exams conducted in front of pet owners?

Yes, clients appreciate that doctors conduct thorough physical check-ups directly in the exam room with owners present.

How does the staff handle anxious or spicy cats?

Reviewers report that clinicians use low-stress feline techniques, gentle restraint, and blankets to keep nervous cats comfortable.

Does the practice provide compassionate end-of-life care?

Yes, owners highlight sensitive, dignified euthanasia support and empathetic communication from the entire clinical team.

Summary of public Google reviews; pawenn does not verify them.

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