She was the kind of cat who we really hoped would never need our help again. As an abandoned kitten, Ellie and her brother dodged death from feline distemper virus thanks to donations from our St. Francis Fund. The illness left her with some quirky neurologic symptoms, including hearing loss and unpredictable aggression. She was adopted and since then, every time she visited Cats Exclusive, she emitted piercing shrieks that resonated throughout the hospital, instantly identifying her to all the staff that knew her. Turning 14 years old this year, she had been happy and healthy in all other respects.

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We are excited to have Dr. Echentile filling in for us. Many of you will recognize a familiar face and remember his gentle nature and soft touch with his patients. Dr. Echentile will be our relief doctor, covering vacation shifts and other personal time off. After leaving Cats Exclusive in 2008, he spent time working at Seattle's Atlantic Veterinary Hospital until 2013. Dr. Echentile shares a home with his cat, Vinnie and enjoys skiing, bike riding, hiking and the beach.