myVCA vs Hugging Cat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
myVCA
This app provides 24/7 live chat with veterinary professionals for your pet's health needs. It offers medication reminders, appointment booking, and access to personalized pet care information. You can also order pet food and supplies directly through the app.
- 24/7 Live Chat with Vets
- Health & Medication Reminders
- Appointment Booking
- Pet Food & Supply Ordering
- Personalized Pet Care Info
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myVCA is your tailor-made guide to raising a healthy and happy pet. · 24/7 Live Chat with Licensed Veterinary Professionals · Get health care and medication reminders · Quickly book appointments · Order pet food, treats, and more · Access personalized pet care information Not a VCA client? Find a hospital near you at vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital. Learn more about CareClub at VCACareClub.com.
Hugging Cat
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Has your cat been diagnosed with a chronic health condition like Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? If you are struggling to translate medical data into a daily care plan, Hugging Cat is for you. Created by a certified veterinarian and a rresearcher, we know exactly how overwhelming a serious diagnosis can feel. We help you turn a stressful stack of medical paperwork into a clear, manageable routine at home. We handle the heavy lifting of the data so you can focus on the bond you share. WHY HUGGING CAT? Understand Lab Results & Trends: Upload your reports for a clear, plain language explanation of your cat's health markers. You can add multiple lab reports to track vital trends and see how your cat's health is progressing over time. Personalized Chat: Get 24/7 support from an intelligent assistant that actually knows your cat. Every response, care tip, and symptom check is tailored specifically to your cat's unique health data. Better Vet Visits: Generate questions based on your cat's latest data and record structured care notes during appointments. Trusted Knowledge: Access a library of verified research and podcasts. No trends, just science. Care Tools: Access practical resources for everyday management. Evaluate your cat's diet using our curated list of low phosphorus foods alongside a DMB (Dry Matter Basis) calculator. You will also find guided at-home health checks and a directory of kidney support and other related supplements. OUR PROMISE TO YOU 100% Private: We never sell your data. Ad-Free: No distractions or hidden agendas. Unbiased: We share recommendations and links, but we do not sell products directly or profit from your choices. Empower your care. Understand the science. Celebrate the good days. Download Hugging Cat today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Hugging Cat at none against myVCA's shown. Hugging Cat also leads on update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). myVCA's advantage is chart position (#75 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
myVCA ships an update fortnightly, Hugging Cat weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | myVCA | Hugging Cat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (42K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 42K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #75 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 97 MB | 93 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | VCA Antech Inc. | Majjako Tech |
Bugs and requests
myVCA
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login screen freezes or fails to load
- Inability to delete old medication reminders
- Inconsistent display of pet life stage information
- Notifications that cannot be dismissed or cleared
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to update medication schedules and dosages
- Option to copy information from chat conversations
- More diverse representation in app visuals and content
- Improved appointment scheduling and availability display
- Integration with online pharmacy for medication refills
Hugging Cat
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
myVCA
No in-app purchases
Hugging Cat
No in-app purchases









