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What shots does a stray kitten need?

What shots does a stray kitten need?

Feline leukemia vaccine (FeLV) is recommended for all kittens that are exposed to outdoor cats, so if your kitten goes outside or lives with another cat that goes in and out, feline leukemia vaccine may be added to the regimen.

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).

How old does a kitten have to be to get a rabies shot?

Rabies is a fatal disease that can affect not only cats but also many other animals, including humans. Your kitten can receive a rabies vaccination as early as 12 weeks of age, but this depends on state laws and the veterinarian.

How old do kittens have to be to get leukaemia shots?

Feline leukaemia virus. All of these diseases are contagious and can be spread by infected cats. When should I get my kitten vaccinated? I recommend that kittens start with a course of two injections, given at nine and 12 weeks.

Do you have to take your cat to the vet for shots?

Take a look at the information below, but you should still talk to your vet to make sure your cat is getting just the right vaccinations they need — based on their individual lifestyle, health, and overall situation — and that they’re getting them at the right times.

When should my kitten get his shots?

Kittens should start getting vaccinations when they are 6 to 8 weeks old until they are about 16 weeks old. Then they must be boostered a year latyer.. The shots come in a series every 3 to 4 weeks.

How many boosters shots does a kitten need?

Kittens should have their first set of vaccinations at nine weeks old and at three months old they should receive the second set to boost their immune system. After this, kittens and cats usually need ‘booster’ vaccinations every twelve months .

How old should kitten be before getting shots?

The proper age depends on which shot, but no vaccinations should be before six weeks, eight weeks being better, and the kitten should be at least twelve weeks before being inoculated against rabies.

How much do shots generally cost for kittens?

The cost of shots for kittens can depend on how many you get and which vet’s practice you go to. On average, if you get all the shots on offer, it should cost around $400-$500.