Cat Vaccines in Fishers, IN, From Your Local Vet

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Fishers is a vet in Fishers, IN, that vaccinates adult cats. Every cat needs rabies and FVRCP, even if they never leave the house, and cats who go outdoors may also need a feline leukemia (FeLV) vaccine.

Rabies is the one Indiana law requires.

Call (463) 208-4426 or book online. Walk-ins are welcome.

Do indoor cats really need vaccines?

Yes, for two reasons. First, Indiana rule 345 IAC 1-5-2 requires a rabies vaccine for every cat 3 months of age and older, indoor or not. Second, bats sometimes get into houses, and the viruses behind cat flu can ride in on shoes and clothes. One dash out the door counts.

Which vaccines does an adult cat get?

At Petfolk Fishers, adult cats usually get:

• Rabies: required by Indiana law. Boosted one year after the first shot, then on the schedule printed on the vaccine label.

• FVRCP: protects against feline herpesvirus, calicivirus and panleukopenia (feline distemper), and adults usually get it every one to three years depending on the product.

• FeLV: for cats who go outside, live with outdoor cats, or might. Ask.

Across Petfolk, kittens typically get their first FVRCP with us at about 10 weeks old (first doses Oct 1, 2025 to Jun 30, 2026). If your adult cat missed the kitten series, the vet will set up a catch-up plan.

How can I make the vet trip easier for my cat?

Most cat stress starts at home, with the carrier:

1. Leave the carrier out for a week, with a soft towel and treats inside.

2. Pick a carrier with a top that opens, so your cat can stay in the bottom half.

3. Cover the carrier with a light towel in the car.

4. Skip breakfast. Hungry cats take treats.

Fear Free and gentle handling are standard at every Petfolk clinic. The team at Petfolk Fishers lets cats come out on their own time (some never leave the carrier bottom, and that's fine) and gives the shots quickly.

The staff were very sweet with my cat, Winter. Treated her gingerly and made her as comfortable as a cat in a strange place can be!

Danielle, Google review

After the shots

Plan a quiet evening at home. Put out fresh water and a favorite bed, and let your cat come to you. Other pets at home may sniff at the clinic smell on your cat's fur; if there's hissing, give the cat a room of their own for a few hours.

Some cats are sleepy or a bit sore for a day. That's normal. A small, firm bump where the shot went in can last a few weeks. Tell the vet at Petfolk Fishers if a lump grows, is still there after a month, or is bigger than a pea.

How much do cat vaccines cost?

Vaccines are given during an exam at Petfolk Fishers, and the wellness exam starts at $99, plus whichever vaccines are due. PetfolkCare, a yearly membership that starts at $199, includes the exam. You'll get an estimate before any test or treatment. The final bill can differ if the plan changes during the visit.

Signs to watch after a vaccine

Serious reactions are rare. Call right away if your cat vomits, has a swollen face or hives. If your cat has trouble breathing or collapses, go to a 24-hour emergency hospital such as VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center at 7712 Crosspoint Commons in Fishers. For young cats, see kitten vaccines at Petfolk Fishers.

Visiting with your cat

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Fishers is at 8711 E 106th St, Suite 160, Fishers, IN 46037, near 106th Street and Lantern Road. Parking is out front, so the carrier only travels a few steps from your car to the front desk.

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