Dear Future Puppy Parents, Greetings from the North Pole! We’re barely into December, and already I’ve seen an influx of requests from excited children who want nothing more than a puppy (or dog) for Christmas.

Crowds, loud noises, new smells, strange people, and tight quarters can cause stress for anyone. For cats, that overstimulation affects their ability to be properly diagnosed, which is why earlier this fall, the Comer Veterinary Hospital team decided to offer cat-only appointments.