If you are looking for immunization services, we at Trumbull Animal Hospital, your veterinarian in Trumbull, CT, can help keep your kittens and cats safe by providing them with the vaccinations they need. Read on for more information:
Do My Cats Need Every Vaccination?
Not necessarily! Cats and kittens have core and non-core vaccines. Core ones are vaccines that all felines should get but non-core ones are recommended based on circumstances. Not all cats need them, especially if they’re always indoors.
Diseases vaccinated against by core vaccines may include:
• Rabies
• Feline herpesvirus-1
• Feline panleukopenia
Note that some areas require cats to have updated rabies shots. These might be recommended — not required — in other areas but it’s still important to have your cats get this vaccine. Rabies doesn’t have a cure and is deadly.
What Non-Core Vaccines Should I Consider?
Diseases vaccinated against by core vaccines may include:
• Bordetella
• Feline leukemia (for cats that are a year old or older)
• FIV
Our vet can discuss these shots with you and help you determine which ones your feline friends may need. For example, a cat boarding facility might require a Bordetella vaccine.
How Do Vaccines Keep My Cats Safe?
These shots teach your cat’s immune system to recognize certain viruses or other pathogens and eliminate them. If your cat is exposed to these germs, his immune system will know how to handle them and helps lower the risk of active infections.
When Should My Cats Get Vaccinated?
Kittens can usually begin to receive vaccines within a few months of age. After this, their vaccination schedule might look like the following:
• Booster shots a few weeks or more apart during their first year
• Updated annual vaccines
• Updated vaccines every few years
Our team will let you know when to have your cats’ vaccinations updated and can do so at a pet wellness exam.
Get Immunization and Vaccination Services from a Veterinarian Near You
If you are looking for a veterinarian in Trumbull, CT, we are here to help. Call (203) 268-6231 to set up an appointment with our team at Trumbull Animal Hospital- we can update your cat or kitten’s immunization record and make sure he is up-to-date for the best protection from disease. Contact us for Immunization and vaccination services from a veterinarian near you.