Cat Vaccines and Services

FVRCP - Core Vaccine $15.00

We only carry 1-year FVRCP vaccines, annual administration is recommended.

Includes: Rhinotracheitis (Herpes virus), Calicivirus and Panleukopenia

• Rhinotracheitis (R): viral infection that affects the respiratory system and eyes, can be lifelong carrier.

• Calicivirus (C): viral infection that affects the upper respiratory system and can cause oral ulcerations.

• Panleukopenia (P): a mutated parvo virus, often fatal, causes severe fever and illness or sudden death.

Can be administered as early as 9 weeks of age (veterinarian may choose to start younger). Boosters are given every 3-4 weeks until the cat is 16-20 weeks of age. The number of rounds given depends on what age they start and how often they come in, final round must be between 16-20 weeks of age.

• If the pet is older than 16 weeks when receiving the first FVRCP, they will need a booster in 3-4 weeks.

• If 6 weeks or more have elapsed between rounds of vaccination, the series must be started over (this typically means one more round in 3-4 weeks)

Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FeLV/FIV) Test $30.00

Both Feline Immunodeficiency Virus and Feline Leukemia Virus only infect cats. This combination test detects the FeLV antigen and FIV antibodies.

Feline Leukemia (FeLV) - is more commonly spread among cats that live together. The virus can be spread from mother to kittens, and among cats that fight. It is mainly spread through saliva and transmission is possible when cats groom each other, and when food and water bowls are shared. When first exposed to FeLV, a cat might not show any signs of illness. Some cats that are exposed to FeLV can clear the virus completely from their body. Other cats can control the infection, preventing illness. In some cases, the infection will become active in the cat’s body, and they will develop problems including low red blood cells (anemia) or cancer. These problems can be severe and even fatal.

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is more commonly found in unneutered male cats and cats that fight with other cats. The virus is spread through saliva and usually passed from one cat to another by bite wounds. A newly infected cat with FIV may show mild signs of illness including fever or a drop in appetite. After this early infection, the cat usually returns to normal and may not be sick for months or even years in the future. Even if they do not show clinical signs, these cats can still infect other cats. When the virus is active, it can weaken the immune system. This leaves the cat at risk for secondary infections. The virus can also cause cancer in infected cats. Many cats infected with FIV can live long and healthy lives. If they do not fight with other cats in the household, a FIV positive cat presents a very low risk of spreading disease to other cats in the same household.

Rabies - Core Vaccine $20.00/$25.00

We carry 1-and 3- year Rabies Vaccines

• Typically administered at last puppy/kitten series for owned animals seen in our wellness clinic.

• Typically administered at time of surgery if over 12 weeks of age.

If we have proof the animal has had at least 1 rabies vaccine previously, they are eligible to get a 3- year rabies vaccine.

• Paper records (including certificate), as well as medical records and reminders on a phone or postcard are allowed for proof of previous vaccination. A rabies tag is not sufficient form of proof.

Rabies is a deadly virus that spreads to animals and people from the saliva of infected animals (spread through bite wounds). Vaccination against rabies is required by Indiana state law for both dogs and cats. A medical waiver is not allowed in the state of Indiana to bypass this requirement.