OS PETS ARE FAMILY, TOO! by Dr. Annjolyn Pecoraro-Knoll WHY DO CATS BRING PREY HOME? Many cat owners have been the recipients of less than savory exams part of your cat's regular routine. Most veterinarians gifts from their kittens. Mice, rats, birds, and snakes may not recommend exams at least once to twice a year, depending on be better than a box of chocolates or a dozen roses, but they your cat's age and physical condition. If your cat has medical might be just as well intentioned. There are severalt theories as issues, more frequent exams may be necessary. Our doctors to why cats bring their prizes home. One is that cats think that at Knoll Animal Hospital will help you determine what schedule their humans are terrible hunters and can't survive without their works best. Call us today to schedule an appointment at contribution. Similarly, mother cats bring prey to their babies, 630-668-1748. Don't forget to mention our NEW CLIENT $1 so perhaps humans are surrogate babies to some mama cats. offer for healthy pets. We want to meet you and want to give Another guess is that they are simply bringing their trophies you an opportunity to become familiar with our practice. home to the castle. One thing is definite, cats are natural bonP.S. It's best to appreciate the prey and compliment the cat hunters and are thus unlikely to change their ways. on its presentation to you, and wait until later on to dispose of Cats require regular veterinary care, so plan on making it properly www.knollanimalhospital.com