I am no longer accepting new clients. Please see Referrals section below.

Cat Magic Logo

SERVICES

  • Polydactyl paws welcome! I typically perform nail trims in the bathroom on the floor, but if your kitty is easy-going and comfortable, it can be wherever they are hanging out.

    Cat nail trims are typically quick and easy - so nice not to drive to the vet for a simple nail trim!

  • A full-body, short lion shave. Remaining fur feels like velvet! Your choice of tail style - full tail, pom-pom, or paintbrush.

    Includes nail trim, ears and eyes check and clean (if needed), and oral health check.

    If your kitty has mats present on ~40% or more of their body only a lion shave will properly take care of the issue.

    This grooming service takes place in your bathroom. Must have A/C in the bathroom.

  • A hygiene shave that cleans and clears the underside of your cat’s tail ~2 inch as well as around their bum and clearance shave down the back of the legs as well.

    Includes cat nail trim.

    This grooming service takes place in your bathroom.

  • Spot shave of matted cat fur areas. Will comb out if possible, but often mats and the compromised fur around them need to be shaved for best results. Cat nail trim is included.

    Typically I recommend a full comb out in addition to mat removal to ensure the rest of the fur is in good shape.

    This grooming service takes place in your bathroom.

    If ~50% or more of your kitty’s body has matting present a full feline lion shave will be needed. See Lion Shave above.

  • A thorough comb out helps curb your kitty’s shedding, prevents matting, and it keeps their coat looking good! I use 3 different types of grooming combs depending on fur length, undercoat, etc. to transform your cat’s coat!

    Nail Trim, Ear + Eye cleaning (if needed), as well as an oral health check are included in this service.

    A comb out is sometimes all the grooming that is needed for small areas of matting.

    This service takes place in your bathroom.

Grooming Services

  • New to giving subcutaneous fluids to your cat? I can teach you to easily and confidently administer subcutaneous fluid to your cat at home. It is a lot different at home vs. at the veterinary clinic. I can help!

    I am also available to administer subcutaneous fluids while you are out of town.

  • I will administer and provide a tutorial to help you easily and confidently administer injectable, oral, or other veterinary-prescribed medications to your cat.

  • I utilize the medically-appropriate method of anal gland expression for cats. This requires gloves and lubricant. I’m fast, gentle, and have small fingers (bonus)!

    This service takes place in your bathroom.

  • I love love love senior and geriatric cats! I am also specifically trained in providing your elderly feline with age-specific supportive care. I will help you understand and administer new medications, supplements, and/or fluids that are prescribed for your senior cat.

    I can also coordinate and help with feline end-of-life/hospice considerations and appointments.

  • Feline-specific nutrition education and weight loss support.

    I work with you to develop a nutrition plan that works for your cat and budget. No one-size-fits-all here. Don’t get discouraged, safe and effective feline weight loss is possible and I can help!

Medical Services

About Whitney

Hi, I’m Whitney!

I have 20 years of professional feline-only experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician, vet assistant, feline-only business owner, and cat groomer. I have also been an active Trap/Neuter/Return and cat rescue volunteer for 25 years!

All of my veterinary and professional continuing education focuses exclusively on feline health, nutrition, and behavior. I hope to not only improve your cat’s quality of life but also improve the life you share together!

Whitney Phillips Headshot

Referrals

I am no longer accepting new clients

For in-home nail trim or medical services contact Kim with Vet Tech to You @ (442) 324-5538

For grooming services including lion shaves, mat removal, etc. contact K-9 Clipper & Catamaran @ (760) 770-7676

For mobile lion shaves contact Aussie Pet Mobile Grooming @ (760) 345-7107

FAQs

  • I provide cat grooming and feline medical services to:
    Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, and Palm Desert.

  • The day of your appointment I will call or text you when I'm headed your way.

    Grooming appointments take place in your bathroom, on the floor.

    Nail trim-only appointments are often done in the bathroom, but location largely depends on your kitty's temperament and where we determine the nail trim will be least stressful and most efficient.

    Medical appointments rarely take place in the bathroom, I will evaluate where it's best to perform the service based on the needs of your cat.

  • Grooming appointments take place in your bathroom on the floor. Please make sure rugs are removed and the floor is clean. I will also need a wastebasket or bag as well as a clean bath towel.

    For Medical appointments please have all medication vials or veterinary-recommended treatments ready for me to review. Medical appointments take place wherever your kitty is most comfortable.

  • I accept Cash, Check, Venmo, Zelle, or Paypal.

  • I provide a wide variety of cat grooming and feline medical services to the Coachella Valley.

    See our Services section for a full list of services.

  • Cats are different! They deserve care that is designed specifically and exclusively with their needs in mind. My professional training in behavior, handling, grooming, and vet med are all feline-centered and feline-focused.

    I think you will see the difference it makes when you focus exclusively on one species!