Cat Vaccinations

What Diseases Do We Vaccinate Against?

Cat flu is a nasty upper respiratory disease that is highly infectious and can affect cats of all ages and breeds. Cats can become infected with the virus through direct contact with an infected cat, or through contact with contaminated items such as food bowls or bedding. The two most common viruses that cause cat flu are feline herpesvirus and feline calicivirus, and we have shots for cats in Geelong against these diseases. Cat enteritis, or feline panleukopenia virus, is a severe gastrointestinal disease that can cause bloody vomiting and diarrhoea, severe dehydration and in some cases rapid death. It is highly contagious, is spread by either direct or indirect contact, and the virus can persist in the environment for many months if left unactivated by an effective disinfectant. Kittens are most severely affected by this virus so getting a kitten injection is very important.

Where To Find Cat Shots Near Me

We have three branches of Vets Of Geelong, at Highton, Geelong West and Lara, and you will find the same high standards at each of them. Our experienced vets can advise you on your kitten vaccination schedule, at what age to begin and how many kitten injections your pet may need. This will depend on the area you live, the lifestyle of your pet and the risk of exposure to infectious diseases – we also offer vaccines against Chlamydophila felis and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) if we feel it is necessary for your cat. It is important to remember that just like in humans, pet vaccinations are not a guarantee against catching the disease, but if your cat is vaccinated then their immune system is primed to better fight the symptoms should they be exposed to the virus. There is no known cure for these diseases, the treatments only help relieve the symptoms while the body’s immune system is fighting off the virus, so it is important to get shots for cats in Geelong to boost their immune systems and minimize the symptoms these viruses cause. Read Less