Vaccination is the most effective way to protect your cat from diseases such as viral rhinotracheitis, calcivirus, panleukopenia, and rabies.
Vaccination is the most effective way to protect your pet from diseases such as viral rhinotracheitis, calcivirus, panleukopenia, and rabies. It is important to get vaccinated on time, even if your pet lives at home.
Vaccination: what is the schedule?
The vaccination schedule for cats may vary depending on the drug, age, and status of the animal.
Doctors usually follow this schedule:
- At the age of 8-12 weeks – the first vaccination against viral infections.
- After 4 weeks, revaccination: rabies vaccine is added to the vaccines against diseases.
- Subsequently, revaccination takes place once a year.
Vaccination: how to prepare?
- Treat your cat for external and internal parasites 14 days before vaccination. This is necessary so that the body is not weakened by parasites at the time of vaccination.
- Monitor the cat’s condition, stool, and appetite for several days before vaccination.
- Have your pet examined by a veterinarian who will assess the animal’s condition and authorize vaccination.
Diseases: can the animal be vaccinated?
Vaccination is not performed on sick animals or animals in poor condition. Vaccinations can be given 2-3 weeks after the cat has fully recovered. If your pet is taking medication, inform your veterinarian, who will determine whether vaccination is permissible while taking a particular medication.
What to do after the procedure?
Immunity is formed within 2-4 weeks, so be careful and follow your doctor’s recommendations.
- Monitor your cat’s condition during the first day. Contact your veterinarian if your cat becomes apathetic or does not eat for more than a day.
- Stick to the cat’s usual diet and schedule. Anything new can cause stress.
- Avoid walking and contact with other animals for two weeks.
There may be swelling and redness at the injection site. If healing takes more than three days or if the animal feels uncomfortable, consult a veterinarian.
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