Vaccination Programs For Your Cat
Your veterinarian will recommend a vaccine program suitable for your cat. Type and frequency of vaccination will be based on your cat’s age, lifestyle (for example, indoor versus outdoor, frequency of contact with other cats, etc.) and risk of exposure to infectious disease. The following list is a typical feline vaccination program that can be modified depending on your veterinarian’s recommendations and your preferences.
Kittens
Typical Vaccination Program
- Feline panleukopenia
- Feline viral rhinotracheitis
- Feline calicivirus
Additional Vaccinations
- Feline leukemia
- Feline infectious peritonitis
- Feline immunodeficiency virus
- Chlamydia psittaci
Frequency: Twelve weeks of age or older – two doses administered three to four weeks apart. If vaccinated before twelve weeks of age, revaccinate with a single dose upon reaching twelve weeks of age.
Adult Cats
Typical Vaccination Program
- Feline panleukopenia
- Feline viral rhinotracheitis
- Feline calicivirus
Additional Vaccinations
- Feline leukemia
- Feline infectious peritonitis
- Feline immunodeficiency virus
- Chlamydia psittaci
Frequency: Annually or as determined by your veterinarian
Rabies
Frequency: A single dose at three months of age or older. A repeat dose should be administered one year later. Repeat vaccinations every one to three years, depending on state law.