What AAHA Accreditation Means for Your Cat

Being AAHA-accredited isn’t required; it’s a voluntary commitment, and fewer than 15% of veterinary hospitals in North America achieve it. Martensville Veterinary Hospital has chosen to make that commitment to provide the best possible care. AAHA is the only organization in North America that accredits companion animal hospitals based on stringent quality standards covering every aspect of veterinary medicine, from pain management and preventive care to patient safety, diagnostics, surgery, client communication, and team education. These standards are developed by experts, continuously updated with the latest evidence, and are evaluated during comprehensive on-site assessments every few years.

By choosing an AAHA-accredited clinic for your cat, you’re choosing:

• consistent, evidence-based medical care across all life stages, following up-to-date best practices.

• Strict safety and anesthesia protocols

• Comprehensive preventive care at every life stage

• A team committed to continual improvement

Why Cat-Friendly Care Matters

Cats often experience stress when visiting the vet: new environments, unfamiliar smells, unusual noises, and contact with other animals can all make a visit overwhelming and stressful.

Unfortunately, stress can:

• Mask illness

• Elevate vital signs artificially

• Make exams more difficult

• Lead owners to delay routine care

Our Cat Friendly Practice® certification means we’ve taken extra steps to make your cat’s experience as calm and comfortable as possible. Lower stress means more accurate exams, safer procedures, and better long-term health outcomes.

At Martensville Veterinary Hospital, this includes:

• Cat-focused environments: we use cat-specific exam rooms and handling strategies that reduce stress for feline patients.

• Gentle approaches that respect how cats think and feel.

• Feline-specific training for our staff so we understand subtle cat behaviors, reducing fear and improving cooperation.

• Cat-sized equipment and protocols that ensure accurate diagnostics and effective treatments tailored for your cat.

• Individualized care plans: we use evidence-based strategies (including AAHA/AAFP life stage and preventive guidelines) to support your cat throughout every phase of life.

How AAHA and Cat-Friendly Practices Work Together

AAHA accreditation ensures we meet rigorous clinical and operational benchmarks for quality veterinary medicine, while our Cat Friendly Practice® certification means we also prioritize your cat’s emotional comfort and stress-reduction. Together, these certifications demonstrate that Martensville Veterinary Hospital is committed to providing feline patients with:

• Top-tier medical care that keeps pace with the latest research and clinical guidelines

• A calm, respectful, and cat-centered experience that encourages stress-free visits and long-term wellness

• Personalized guidance for you, the caregiver, so you’re a confident partner in your cat’s healthcare

Your Cat Deserves Specialized Care

Regular preventive visits are one of the most important ways to extend your cat’s healthy life. When visits are calmer and more positive, owners are more likely to maintain routine care — and that makes all the difference.

Whether you have a new kitten, an anxious adult cat, or a senior companion needing extra support, our team is here to help.

Ready to Experience the Difference?

Book your cat’s appointment today and discover what cat-friendly, AAHA-accredited care truly feels like.

📞 Call our team to schedule 306-933-2677

💻 Book online

🐾 Have questions? We’re happy to help you prepare for your cat’s visit

Let’s make veterinary visits something your cat — and you — can feel confident about.

For more information you may also visit the American Association of Feline Practitioners at https://catvets.com/cfp/cfp.