peta dillon.
VETERINARIAN & CAT ADVOCATE
✳ A SOFTER APPROACH TO FELINE CARE
Better care.
Happier cats.
I’m Peta Dillon, a veterinarian with a big heart for cats. My mission? A less fearful, more comfortable life for every cat — wherever they call home.
Fear Free Certified. Feline-focused. Always.
CAT-FRIENDLY
CAT
CARE
AT HEART
A little less fear.
A lot more purr.
FOR THE LOVE OF ALL THINGS FELINE.
Fear Free
Certified
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology
The University of Sydney
THE HEART BEHIND THE CARE
Hi, I’m Peta.
Cats are my people.
A veterinarian, a curious mind, and an advocate for the cats who can’t speak for themselves.
I completed my Bachelor of Veterinary Biology and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at The University of Sydney. But at the heart of my work is something simple: I want cats to feel safe, understood and cared for.
From much-loved companions to cats living in street colonies, I believe every cat deserves a good quality of life. That belief shapes the way I approach veterinary medicine, welfare and the stories I want to share.
My animal-welfare background also includes volunteering at Oakvale Wildlife Park in NSW and with Murnong Farming in VIC. More about my background on LinkedIn.
My goal is to improve the welfare of every cat, so they can live with less fear and a great quality of life.
Peta x
SMALL DETAILS. A BIG DIFFERENCE.
Care that sees things
from a cat’s perspective.
For a cat, a vet visit is more than a consultation. It’s a whole world of unfamiliar sounds, scents and spaces. I care about every part of that journey.
01
Start with their senses.
Cats notice what we often miss. Their sight, hearing and sense of smell — including pheromone cues — matter. So does the body language we bring into their space.
02
A calmer space, from the start.
Dog-centric waiting rooms can add stress before a consultation even begins. A cat-friendly approach considers quieter surroundings and a sense of safety.
03
Gentleness isn’t an afterthought.
In the consult room and behind the scenes, thoughtful handling, patience and attention to a cat’s signals belong at the centre of care.
04
Comfort beyond the consult.
Cat-friendly care doesn’t stop at the examination table. The same consideration matters in recovery spaces and cat boarding, too.
Fear Free Certification. A commitment to emotional wellbeing, alongside physical health.
ONE MISSION. EVERY CAT.
From the sofa
to the street.
Every cat matters.
Some cats have a favourite spot on the sofa. Others have a colony, a familiar street, or a person who quietly looks out for them.
My goal is to improve welfare across that whole spectrum — helping cats live with less fear, more comfort and a better quality of life.
WHERE COMPASSION MEETS CURIOSITY
The science I love.
The patients I care about.
I’m especially drawn to the complexities of feline medicine. Challenging cases can be demanding, but seeing a cat’s health improve is deeply rewarding.
01 / FELINE MEDICINE
Understanding
the complex.
I particularly enjoy exploring how viral diseases develop and affect cats, and caring for the cats living with them.
- Feline herpesvirus
- Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV)
- Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), associated with feline coronavirus
02 / FELINE DENTISTRY
A healthy mouth.
A happier cat.
Feline dentistry is another area of veterinary medicine I enjoy, with comfort and quality of life always at the centre of my approach.
Care in the little details
03 / SOFT-TISSUE SURGERY
Thoughtful hands.
Cat-first care.
I also enjoy soft-tissue surgery — bringing the same thoughtful, feline-focused approach to the care surrounding a procedure.
Compassion at every step
These are my clinical interests, not a current service or appointment list. This is my personal professional website.
FOR CURIOUS CAT PEOPLE
The cat notes.
A space for thoughtful writing, feline science and a little more understanding. My first articles are still to come.
THE CAT NOTES /01
01
A calmer vet visit starts before you leave home.
Making the veterinary journey feel a little less overwhelming.
THE CAT NOTES /02
02
Curious about the science behind feline health?
Thoughtful explanations of the conditions that affect our cats.
THE CAT NOTES /03
03
Looking out for the cats beyond our front doors.
A conversation about community cats, compassion and welfare.
Future topics, not published articles. Good things take a little time.
A LITTLE CLARITY
A few things
you might be wondering.
Before you get in touch, a few gentle distinctions about this space and how it can help.
Can I book a vet appointment?
This is my personal website, not a veterinary clinic, and appointments cannot be booked here. For examinations, treatment or medical care, please contact your own veterinarian.
Is this advice for my own cat?
The information shared here is general education, not a diagnosis or individual medical advice. Every cat is different; your own veterinarian is best placed to help with your cat’s health and care.
Can I reach out about a community cat?
Yes — welfare ideas, questions and concerns about community cats are welcome. If a cat is injured, unwell or needs urgent help, please contact a local veterinarian or emergency veterinary service rather than waiting for an email.
Where can I read your articles?
A collection of writing about cats, their care and the communities around them is planned. Articles are coming soon.
LET’S START A CONVERSATION
A question, an idea,
or a cat on your mind?
Perhaps it’s your own cat, a community cat you care about, or an idea for making their world a little kinder.
Questions, welfare concerns, ideas and thoughtful collaborations are welcome here. This is a place for conversation, not a substitute for veterinary care.
A personal space.
A shared care for cats.
If a cat is unwell, please don’t wait.
For an urgent concern or an unwell cat, contact your local or emergency veterinarian. Do not wait for an email.