i am going to be getting a new kitten, and this will be the first time she goes to the vet and gets her checkup. What should i ask to get done???
2007-10-05 02:21:36 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Don't worry, the vet will know exactly what needs to be done. He will vaccinate with alll the proper vaccines. Just enjoy your kitten!
2007-10-05 02:31:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
The vet will advise you on all necessary things when you take her, you can choose which you want done.
Vaccinations are available to have done from 9 weeks of age. Kittens also need monthly defleaing, your vet can advise you which to use. Deworming should be done every two weeks until the kitten is three months old, then monthly until 6 months of age and 3 monthly thereafter.
The vet will give your kitten a general health check and answer any questions you may have. He can talk to you about neutering - this is usually done from 5 months of age, different places vary.
Vets don't expect you to know all about everything, they will talk about things even if you don't ask - that's what they're there for, to educate owners on proper pet care as well as treat sick pets! Taking your cat back to the vet once a year for boosters and a general health check is a good way to keep a regular eye on his/her health, and to build a good relationship with a vet in case anything dire ever happens.
Chalice
2007-10-05 02:41:06 · answer #2 · answered by Chalice 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The vet will give it a physical exam..they will look at it's eyes, ears, nose, etc, they will check it's heartbeat and breathing, take it's temperature, and weigh it. They will also start the kitten on it's vaccinations, and may want to test the kitten for leukemia, or ask for a stool sample to check it for worms.
2007-10-05 08:06:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why pay $1000, from a breeder, when you can rescue a cat or kitten from a shelter or pound?
Never ever BUY from a petstore. Pets from petstore come from pet mills includes dogs&cats and other animals!
Shelter pets make great pets, before deciding on this cat make sure this pet suits your lifestyle. Adults make great pets. Adults cost less than kittens.
Cats need to be given regular attention, not just food&water, they need grooming, toys and love, make sure you have the time to feed your kitten/or cats. don't forget kittens eat 4meals aday, where as adult cats only need 2meals aday.
http://www.cat-world.com.au/AdoptKitten.htm
Vaccinations, wormings, flea treatment=if you adopt from a shelter the cats&kitten would already have been vaccinated,worms&flea treatment as well as being desexed.
Adut cats need a yearly booster injection, where as kitten need alot more
2007-10-05 02:48:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simply tell your vet that you're a "first-timer" on this, and need some guidance as to what all needs to be done to ensure that your kitty will enjoy good health. Most all vets are very understanding, and will take the time with newcomers to the animal world. After all, THEY only want the best for all their "patients", too. Allow him/her to "walk you through" the whole process, and they may have a load of literature on the raising and caring for cats, if you ASK. Also, take the time before going to the vet, to make yourself a list of things you want to know about--and ASK QUESTIONS. Follow your vet's advice on everything--EXCEPT perhaps, the food. They WILL try to "push" the most expensive brand that you can only get at the vet's office. I don't advise anybody to "buy into" this one, as I am assuming that the vets all get a "Kick-back" on the expensive foods that they sell. You want to do A LOT of label reading, and if you have a large pet supply store nearby where you'll be buying your cats food--places such as PetCo, PetSmart, etc., ask a LOT of questions about a good grade of canned and dry cat food---NOT the most expensive, you want nutrition, NOT a "designer label". You'll do fine with your new "baby" as long as you take her for all her vet appointments, follow your vets advice, ask questions at your pet supply store, and you always have us here to ask about something you're not sure of. However, please do NOT rely on us as ANY KIND of a substitute for your vet. We are simply giving OUR opinions, and things that have worked for us in the past. But, NEVER rely on Yahoo!Asks in ANY kind of emergency--get your kitty to your vet. I am saying this because occassionally you will find a "wierdo" on here who will INTENTIONALLY give out BAD advice--especially to someone who is brand new at this. When I see these, I report them. But, I am only ONE person. Good luck, again--and, believe it or not, it won't take very long before you're an "ol' pro" at this.
2007-10-05 03:04:04 · answer #5 · answered by sharon w 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey! Kittens are fairly mischievous are not they? :) do not positioned neosporine on your kitty, they have a various PH stability then we accomplish that this is going to wreck greater then it helps. Kitties eyes are very resliant. and definitely, they have a 2nd eye lid which will save it secure. Your superb wager is to easily wait for the vet the following day, they are going to furnish you with some cream to put in it which will sooth it and save it from getting contaminated. As on your doggie, attempt giving your doggie various treats on an identical time as the kitty is close and with you conserving the kitty. this would toughen constructive habit. solid success!
2016-10-21 03:01:31 · answer #6 · answered by saucier 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the age of the kitten. The vet and the vet assistants will tell you exactly what and when. 5 Months is the perfect age to be fixed. The cat will be more mellow than they would be without being fixed. It also makes them less likely to spray (pee) on walls and doors to mark territory.
I got the vaccination schedule for you anyway...
http://www.pet-dog-cat-supply-store.com/index.php?nic=kitten-vaccination-schedule
Benefits on spay/neuter:
http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/why_you_should_spay_or_neuter_your_pet.html
2007-10-08 23:36:42 · answer #7 · answered by Onomatopoeia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just tell the vet that it's your first time, and they'll know what to do. Most of the time, the kitten will get her first shots, and a check-up to see that she's healthy. Good luck!
2007-10-05 02:25:50 · answer #8 · answered by Sakaki 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
V B and KayKay
DECLAWING IS CRUEL!!!!
Routine Veterinary Examinations for Your Kitten
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=1&cat=1384&articleid=2927
2007-10-05 02:34:07 · answer #9 · answered by ? 5 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Get your cat spayed/neutered and declawed and the declawing is great no scares from my 14 year old cat ;o)
They should check..
The kitten's eyes, ears and teeth to look for any abnormalities
The skin for abnormalities, dry skin, fleas or ticks
The abdomen for pain, enlarged organs or other abnormalities
The belly button for an umbilical hernia
The heart and lungs to detect any heart murmurs, irregular heart rhythm or harsh lung sounds. A stethoscope will be used for this.
The joints for normal movement and the knee caps will be checked to make sure they are not loose.
The genitals for discharge or abnormal development
2007-10-05 02:34:52 · answer #10 · answered by KayKay 3 · 1⤊ 4⤋