3 veterinarian and animal-related business updates in Central Austin   

Austin Animal Center Opens Cattyshack and Spicewood Springs Animal Hospital Opens Cat Hospital (Community Impact Newspaper)

Spicewood Springs Animal Hospital announced its new Spicewood Springs Cat Hospital in mid-October. This new wing of the veterinary clinic focuses on cat health exams, dentistry, and surgery. The Cat Hospital, 8108 Mesa Drive, Ste. B-105, Austin, also has a drive-thru recording window for recipes. 512-345-2727. www.spicewoodanimalhospital.com

The Austin-based Pathway Vet Alliance has renamed itself Thrive Pet Healthcare. With a location at 800 W. Cesar Chavez St., Ste. B100, Austin, Thrive Pet Healthcare is a network of more than 400 pet care providers in the United States. It also provides service and technology solutions for veterinary clinics. www.thrivepetcare.com

The Austin Animal Center opened its new cat collection, neutering and release center, known as the Cattyshack, on December 11th. The new unit will support AAC’s efforts to neuter and neuter Austin’s free range cat population. It is located on the AAC campus at 7201 Levander Loop, Bldg. A, Austin. www.austintexas.gov/austin-animal-center