VACCINATIONS

Core Kitten Vaccinations are recommended at the following ages:

• 1st Vaccination: 6 – 8 weeks of age. F3 Vaccination
• 2nd Vaccination: 10 – 12 weeks of age. F3 Vaccination
• 3rd Vaccination: 16 – 18 weeks of age. F3 Vaccination

FIV Vaccinations

To protect your cat or kitten from Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), a series of 3 injections is required given strictly 2-3 weeks apart.

Testing for FIV (Feline Aids)

Kittens under 6 months of age starting Vaccinations against FIV do NOT require blood testing to rule out a positive result; however, all adult cats over 6 months of age will require FIV testing before the vaccine is given. FIV Vaccinations cannot be given to cats already infected with FIV.

For outdoor cats or cats with some access to the outdoor environment, we also highly recommend vaccination against Feline Immunodeficiency disease (FIV) – Commonly called “Feline Aids.” This is most often transmitted by fighting with infected cats. FIV is found all across the world; however, its prevalence in Australia is particularly high.

We recommend all cat parents to consider FIV Vaccinations for cats with access to the outdoor environment. Particularly in areas where stray cats abound.

At HIGHlands Veterinary Hospital we recommend the 2 Puppy Vaccine Protocol. This means vaccines given at these specific ages:

• 1st Puppy Vaccination: C3 at 6 – 8 weeks of age
• 2nd Puppy Vaccination: C3 Vaccine plus Canine Cough Vaccine at 12 weeks of age
• 3rd Puppy Vaccination: C3 Vaccine plus Canine Cough Vaccine at 16 weeks of age

The final vaccination at 16 weeks provides protection for 12 months after which the next set of Vaccinations becomes due.