Buying Local S3E32: Feline-Centered Care at Just Cats Veterinary Clinic

In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson talks with Susan Sikule and Missy Filarecki from Just Cats Veterinary Clinic. Tune in as they discuss their feline-only veterinary practice, the inspiration behind starting Just Cats, major changes in vet care over the past 30 years, and more!

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Connect with Just Cats at justcatsvet.com or visit them in Guilderland or their new Mechanicville location opening August 4.

0:00 Welcome and Guest Introductions
0:25 Meet Susan Sikule and the Origins of Just Cats
1:23 Meet Missy Filarecki and Her Role at Just Cats
2:21 The Clinic Cat Walter and His Story
3:14 Susan’s Journey into Veterinary Medicine
5:12 Why Just Cats and Feline-Only Care
6:50 Full Services Offered and What Sets Them Apart
7:44 Advances in Veterinary Medicine and Tech
8:48 Why They're Excited for the Mechanicville Location
10:41 Benefits of the New Space and Client Convenience
12:22 Why the Vet Shortage Exists
13:39 Rise in Cat Ownership and Pet Care Awareness
15:13 Transitioning from Saratoga to Mechanicville
17:13 What’s Next for Just Cats
18:32 Final Thoughts and Closing