Is Waggle Vet Covered for Cats Too?

Yes — Waggle Vet's video consultation service covers both dogs and cats, though a few practical differences are worth understanding given how differently cats tend to experience the video call process compared to most dogs.

Cats often need a bit more setup consideration for the call itself — many cats are less naturally cooperative on camera than dogs, and getting a clear view of gums, eyes, or a specific area of concern sometimes takes more patience or a second person helping to hold and position your cat calmly during the call.

The range of concerns Waggle Vet handles for cats spans the same categories as for dogs — appetite and digestive symptoms, respiratory concerns, behavior changes, minor injuries, and general triage questions about whether something warrants an in-person visit, informed by the same species-specific knowledge a vet would apply in person.

Cat-specific urgency patterns matter in how the vet approaches a consultation — appetite loss, for example, carries different and generally faster urgency in cats than dogs given the hepatic lipidosis risk covered elsewhere, and a vet consulting on a cat case will factor this species-specific risk profile into their guidance.

Multi-cat households can use the service for each individual cat as needed, following the same general consultation process regardless of which specific cat is the concern.

Stress from the call itself is worth managing for cats who find any handling or unfamiliar interaction stressful — keeping the environment calm, using a carrier or confined space if that helps your cat feel more secure, and not forcing prolonged camera time beyond what's needed can make the experience less stressful for an anxious cat.

What to do: Use Waggle Vet for cat concerns the same way you would for a dog, with some extra patience for positioning your cat on camera, and mention any specific handling challenges to the vet so they can adjust their approach accordingly.

For tips on preparing your specific pet, cat or dog, for a smoother video call experience, here's a closer look.