What shots do kittens need to get fixed?
The routine or core vaccinations will protect your kitten from the most common diseases: feline distemper (panleukopenia), feline viral rhinotracheitis (feline herpes virus 1), calicivirus, and rabies.
What kind of shots should I give my kitten?
The specific shots your kitten should have will depend on where you live, whether your cat will roam the neighborhood or stay inside, and whether you have other cats co-ruling your home. Always follow the advice of your vet. When you take your kitten in for vaccinations, ask your vet to test for feline leukemia (FeLV).
Do you have to test your kitten for feline leukemia?
Always follow the advice of your vet. When you take your kitten in for vaccinations, ask your vet to test for feline leukemia (FeLV). This dangerous virus is contagious and can spread from cat to cat.
How big do kittens have to be to get spayed at FHAS?
Found or owned friendly kittens may be brought in for evaluation for our adoption program by appointment. Upon approval, FHAS provides necessary vaccinations, dewormer, flea treatment, and spay/neuter surgery once kittens reach the 2-pound weight mark. Kittens under 2 pounds will be vaccinated and sent home until ready for spay/neuter.
The specific shots your kitten should have will depend on where you live, whether your cat will roam the neighborhood or stay inside, and whether you have other cats co-ruling your home. Always follow the advice of your vet. When you take your kitten in for vaccinations, ask your vet to test for feline leukemia (FeLV).
Why is it important for cats to get shots?
Shots protect your cat from diseases caused by viruses and bacteria. They can also strengthen their immune system. Whether you have a kitten or an adult cat, your vet can help you figure out which vaccines are best and how often your kitty should get shots.
How often should I give my Cat a rabies shot?
The initial vaccination series consists of two doses three to four weeks apart, followed by revaccination one year later for all pet cats. However, based on most recent data, the Vaccine Advisory Panel recommends that subsequent vaccines may be administered based on risk: yearly for high-risk cats and every two years for lower risk cats.
Where can I get my cat spayed for free?
Other online animal rescue organizations also maintain onsite listings of free programs. Check with your local humane society and rescue organizations to ask about free spay days. Some organizations provide financial assistance to help with vet bills, including spaying or neutering your cat.