2006-08-17 07:59:33 · 8 answers · asked by miranda d 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
It is actually a combination of 5 modified live virus's that are given to your kitten at 3 week intervals until the age of 12 or 15 weeks depending upon the vets protocol. These virus's are highly contagious in multiple cat situations. Like when your cat goes to the vet to be spayed or neutered. I strongly recommend you get them. I also recommend you get the cat tested for feline leukemia and FIV. If it's negative for leukemia have it vaccinated if it's going to be going outside. Leukemia is similar to aids for cats. It is contagious from cat to cat via blood, saliva.. mostly during cat fights. Have the test done first so you will know the status of your cats health. Hope this helps.
2006-08-17 08:08:58 · answer #1 · answered by k9resq 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
distemperment actually does not have anything to do with the kittens temperment. Its a shot that covers a few different health problems an animal can get (my dog had to have one too). Its a common shot.
2006-08-17 08:06:08 · answer #2 · answered by Elastul 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a combo shot, actually called distemper. It does nothing for their temperment. It protects against several very contagious conditions among cats. Different vets have different guidelines for how often to give it, but they should get 3 rounds of it as a kitten, about every 3-4 weeks starting at 8 weeks. After the third it's given yearly unless your vet agrees that it would be harmful (usually because of a previous reaction).
2006-08-17 08:18:40 · answer #3 · answered by talented mrs v 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I rated K9's response with a thumbs up.
Distemper or parvo is the term used for dogs. If a puppy gets this his life is in danger. Some of them can survive and it can be an expensive deal to pull them through.
The kitten can contract panleukopenia. Few can survive this disease.
Leukemia is not the same as AIDS in humans. Many kittens and cats can survive this condition with an indoor only life and excellent nutrition throughout their lives. The vaccine is not 100% effective and is suspect in causing later health problems for your cat.
If you are up to it: Jean Hovfe, DVM has an excellent article on vaccinations at her website www.littlebigcat.com. I would suggest that K9 read that article too.
2006-08-17 08:18:09 · answer #4 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is NOT distemperment. It is Calici virus, Rhinotracheitis that is vaccinated for in cats. Dogs get vaccinated for Parvo Virus, Distemper , Corona, Leptospirosis
2006-08-17 15:03:30 · answer #5 · answered by leftygirl_75 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not distemperment, its just distemper. Its kind of a generic term for the combo vaccine they get with include several different viruses
2006-08-17 08:07:02 · answer #6 · answered by Nikki 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are some great answers before me however they missed one thing. The group of viruses that the shot protects your cat or dog from are a type of flu (sub group parvo) viruses. They are severe, very contagious and few dogs or cats survive distemper.
2006-08-17 08:43:30 · answer #7 · answered by Jane B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a vaccine against distemper, which is a disease.
2006-08-17 08:07:04 · answer #8 · answered by Christina 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋