Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Calicivirus (FVRCP) - viral diseases of the
eyes, nose and throat (upper respiratory infection) plus Panleukopenia a viral
disease of the blood and intestines (feline distemper or infectious enteritis).
Feline Leukemia (FeLV) - a viral disease that impairs immunity. Usually fatal.
Rabies - a viral disease fatal to humans and other animals. Vaccination is
necessary for all cats.
Kitten
Vaccinations
8 weeks to 1 year
8 weeks - First vaccination shot (FVRCP).
12 weeks
Feline Leukemia shot (FeLV) (only if pretest is negative). A second (FeLV) shot
given 2 to 3 weeks later. Second vaccination shot (FVRCP).
4 months
Rabies and third vaccination shot (FVRCP).
Adult
Cats
FVRCP - Yearly. Cats 13 weeks or older that have not been vaccinated should
have an initial vaccine then a booster in 2 to 4 weeks.
FeLV - Yearly. Cats not previously vaccinated need the two injection series
(only if pretest is negative).
Rabies - Yearly (depending on vaccine)
