Kitten Care

Vaccinations

1st vaccine from 8 weeks old

2nd vaccine given 3-4 weeks later

Boosters are given at each annual health check to maintain immunity. Please remember that this also gives us the opportunity to advise you regarding any matters that may concern you.

The vaccines protect against Cat Flu, Feline Enteritis and Feline Leukaemia Virus

Worming

Worm monthly throughout your pet’s life. Worm eggs are microscopic, and cats with their inquisitive nature and self-grooming behavior are constantly exposed to these.

Fleas

Apply Prinovox every month to the back of the neck, throughout your pet’s life. Fleas are an all year round problem, nestling in carpets, skirting boards, and surviving the winter with our central heating. They irritate the skin and transmit tapeworms.

There are many different worming products available on the market, which can be obtained from supermarkets and pet shops as well as veterinary surgeons. HOWEVER, due to licensing laws products readily available from supermarkets and pet shops are not very effective and can be harmful. Therefore it is important to obtain the advice of your vet before deciding which one to use.

Microchip

This is injected into the scruff of the neck and provides permanent identification in case your pet is lost or stolen. Cat flaps that recognize selected microchip numbers are available, giving you control over which cat enters your home.

Neutering

Castration of male cats can be done from 6 months old. This reduces the problem of territorial spraying, distant straying to find mates, and testosterone driven aggression. The feline Aids Virus (FIV) is largely transmitted between cats through fight wounds.

Spaying of female cats can be done from 6months old. This reduces the risk of mammary tumors, pyometra (life-threatening infection of the uterus), being stalked by male cats, and unwanted pregnancies.