Your cat needs regular checkups to ensure she is protected from disease through vaccinations and any other problems can be diagnosed early. Early diagnosis ensures a more successful result and cure. Your cat may have quirky little issues that can only be detected through blood, urine or glucose testing. Thus in scheduling regular health maintenance visits, you and your vet can get ahead of these issues before they become more serious. Your cat may exhibit behavior issues like skipping the litter box, excessive meowing or hiding out. This could just be behavioral or they may be symptoms of a medical issue. Cats hide illnesses and injuries very well. Regular checkups help your vet get familiar with your cat. These visits provide baseline readings for all major bodily functions so it is obvious when something is unusual. For more information and to make a comprehensive health plan for your cat, contact your Coon Rapids, MN veterinarian.