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    The Cat Doctor

    4.8 (395 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Pet physical or wellness exam

    Pet vaccinations

    Pet boarding

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    Car ride home!
    Lauren B.

    If you're looking for the absolute best care for your cat, look no further than Dr. Kendra and her amazing team in Ventura. From the moment you walk in, you can feel how much love and dedication they put into their work. Dr. Kendra is not only incredibly knowledgeable and experienced, but she's also so down-to-earth and genuinely caring. [[HIGHLIGHT]]She takes the time to explain everything clearly, answers every question with patience, and makes you feel completely at ease knowing your cat is in the best hands.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Her staff reflects the same warmth and professionalism--always kind, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You can tell they treat every cat as if it were their own, which makes all the difference. Before coming here, I had visited Channel Islands Veterinary. While I'm sure they do a fine job taking care of pets in general, I didn't feel that they truly specialize in cats. On top of that, their prices seemed almost double what Dr. Kendra charges, and they didn't take the time to explain things as clearly or thoroughly. The difference in care and communication between the two offices was night and day. Honestly, there is no other vet office I would recommend for cats. Dr. Kendra and her team go above and beyond, and Ventura is so lucky to have them. If you want compassionate, expert, and trustworthy care for your feline family member, this is the place to go!

    Maizey when I adopted her in March 2025
    Lisa L.

    I left two messages last week asking to bring Maizey in because she is not retaining the food I'm giving her, she poops it out very quickly in excessive amounts. I finally brought in a fecal sample and was shocked at the price of $92! I have a credit on my account which should be applied to reduce this expense. The staff is always lovely and so is Dr. Kendra but the anxiety I felt not being able to get the help for my cat in a prompt way was very discouraging. I think I'm going to cancel Maizey's scheduled neutering in July because I can get it done with a voucher for low income seniors like me

    Binx after neutering.
    Zulema P.

    Binx got neutered here. I absolutely love this place. Definitely recommend. Binx is a lot calmer after his surgery. The staff gave us so much advice and so did the other patients parents. Binx is our first ever pet cat. So we knew nothing about cats. Thanks to the Cat Doctor, we feel confident with our new boi Binx.

    Dr Kendra with Bear
    Molly W.

    5 stars every time! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The entire staff is so kind and helpful[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and Dr Kendra makes sure our babies are happy and healthy! The new shop kitty Blane is a sweet bonus surprise!

    I brought my old man Cootie in here after his old vet sold out. He was an elder when he started seeing Dr Kendra. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I cannot put into words how wonderful this woman is.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Towards the end of Cooties life his health started to go down hill. I saw her try everything she could to help him get better and try to save him. Unfortunately he was an old cat and it was just his time. It was extremely scary and exhausting, having it be my first time going through this I was a little everywhere. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The comfort that Dr Kendra provided as well as her team was nothing but outstanding.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a comfort that truly helped my own personal grieving process.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The Cat Doctor is absolutely the best and would never hesitate to recommend this place to someone who needs good consistent care. Thank you for making Cootie's transition from life to death so peaceful.

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    Thank you! She felt so much better after the steroid shot. She actually came down from the loft and slept on our bed with us.

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    We are so lucky we found Dr. Kendra for our cat-kids! You can tell she is fully invested in treating your cat-babies with the utmost care!

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    Thank you Dr. Kendra! She is such a fantastic Vet and a good teacher for a somewhat clueless cat owner! Highly recommend!

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    Ask the Community - The Cat Doctor

    Does this practice accept pet insurance? If so what plans are accepted?

    Yes, they accept insurance but not sure what kind.

    How much is a rabies vaccine?

    That's not really the right question. A rabies vaccine probably needs to take place in the context of a vet visit and exam. That means you'll meet the vet, have an exam and discuss your cats overall health and needs. The shot is cheap but the visit… 

    Does the doctor help diabetic cats get into remission?

    Whether or not a cat can go into remission with diabetes often depends on factors that are not within a veterinarian’s control. Factors like age, weight, diet history, other health conditions, etc. can affect the outcome. If anyone can evaluate the… 

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    Kendra is so fabulous, kind, caring I couldn't be so happier with the service and care my cats receive here.

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