Serious answers only please. Thanks!
2007-12-20 05:23:01 · 6 answers · asked by sirslady 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
It is nine weeks of age, although of course they can be done any time after this, but the earliest it can be done is none weeks and this must be followed up by a second vaccination at 12 weeks or the equivalent three week period after the initial one.
It is not until after the 12 week vaccinations that kittens can be removed from their mothers without an increased risk of causing health problems.
2007-12-20 06:27:58 · answer #1 · answered by fordicus 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Feline panleukopenia, more commonly known as feline distemper, is a viral infection affecting cats caused by feline parvovirus, a close relative of canine parvovirus. It is not related to canine distemper. Protection is offered by commercial feline distemper vaccine, which is usually a mixture of vaccines for several different diseases, including panleukopenia.
In recent years, vaccination has become a controversial topic among veterinarians and pet owners. Recent studies have demonstrated that many vaccines are effective for several years, despite the common practice of "boosting" vaccines every year. This has particularly been demonstrated for the feline panleukopenia part of the FVRCP vaccine, which is a combined vaccine for feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia. For this reason, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) have developed vaccination guidelines recommending that FVRCP vaccinations generally be administered every 3 years (after completion of the kitten series of boosters).
Most kittens start their vaccine series at 8 wks of age. Check with your vet for their vaccine protocol.
2007-12-20 14:28:50 · answer #2 · answered by lt4827 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most young kittens receive their first vaccination between six and eight weeks of age
2007-12-20 13:34:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's either 3 or 6 months. Ask a Vet.
2007-12-20 13:26:05 · answer #4 · answered by Big Bear 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It shouldnt be done when the cat is too young, around 4 months is right but go to the vet to get it done and theyll tell you if its the right time.
2007-12-20 13:35:58 · answer #5 · answered by merry christmas 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
yes but only around the age you'd have them fixed...
2007-12-20 13:27:43 · answer #6 · answered by Pauline W 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋