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Construction Occurring Outside the Home

Noise and commotion occurring outside your home and in your neighborhood can be frightening for your cat. Street repairs, utility work and even backyard construction can generate enough noise to cause fear and anxiety for cats. Provide your cat with a refuge. Always leave a radio or TV playing in or near the refuge to provide calming "white noise" that muffles the sound of construction. A perch may be placed in an area of the home where outside sounds don't penetrate as loudly. Make the perch more attractive by rubbing catnip on it or leaving treats nearby.

Emergencies	Address	Phone
(614) 292-3551	601 Vernon L. Tharp Street Columbus, OH 43210	Companion animal	(614) 292-3551
(614) 292-3551	601 Vernon L. Tharp Street Columbus, OH 43210	Farm animal & Equine	(614) 292-6661

Address	Phone
1900 Coffey Road Columbus, OH 43210	(614) 292-1171

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