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Kitten Exam and Vaccination Program

Cute kitten sitting on a pillow Please bring your kitten in at 7 to 8 weeks of age.

What to bring with you

  • Your kitten in a pet carrier
  • Any previous medical history, i.e. vaccines, deworming, etc.
  • Fecal sample less than 24 hours old

Exams will include

  • Complete physical exam
  • Educational kitten kit with Vaccine/Health Record with tips on kitten care and behavioral concerns (1st exam)
  • Flea/tick control
  • Heartworm preventative as needed
  • Fecal examination for intestinal parasites and appropriate deworming
  • Necessary vaccine boosters
  • Testing for FeLV/FIV is highly recommended (FeLV: Feline Leukemia Virus FIV: Feline Immunodeficiency Virus)

Vaccination Schedule

  • FVRCP (prevents Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus infection and Panleukopenia)
    • Administered every 3 to 4 weeks until 16 weeks of age.
    • Cats over 12 weeks of age with an unknown vaccination status will be given 2 vaccinations 3-4 weeks apart.
  • Rabies vaccine will be administered at 12 weeks of age or older.
  • Additional vaccines such as Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) will be discussed with you and given based on your kitten’s lifestyle and risk.

Making an Appointment

Information regarding appointments is available on our appointments page.

EmergenciesAddressPhone 
(614) 292-3551 601 Vernon L. Tharp Street
Columbus, OH 43210
Companion animal (614) 292-3551
Farm animal & Equine (614) 292-6661
AddressPhone
1900 Coffey Road
Columbus, OH 43210
(614) 292-1171
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