Cat Vaccines in Nichols Hills, OK, From Your Local Vet

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Nichols Hills is a vet in Nichols Hills, OK, that vaccinates adult cats, both indoor and outdoor. Every cat needs two core vaccines, rabies and FVRCP, and cats who go outside may also need a feline leukemia (FeLV) shot.

Once the kitten series is done, most adult cats need boosters every 1 to 3 years.

Call (405) 251-8816 or book online for your cat's vaccines.

Does an indoor cat really need vaccines?

Yes. Indoor cats still meet germs and wildlife in ways people don't expect. A bat can get into a house, a cat can slip out an open door, and viruses ride in on shoes and clothes.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health lists skunks, bats, dogs, cats, cattle and horses among the animals that have tested positive for rabies in the state. Bats are the main way an indoor cat could meet rabies. If you ever find a bat inside, call Petfolk Nichols Hills before you handle it.

Oklahoma rule OAC 310:599-3-9.1 also requires cats to be vaccinated against rabies by four months of age and kept current.

Which vaccines do adult cats get?

At Petfolk Nichols Hills, the core vaccines for cats are:

• Rabies, given every 1 or 3 years, depending on the product.

• FVRCP, which covers feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus and panleukopenia (feline distemper). Adults usually get it every 3 years after the first-year booster.

The vet may also suggest FeLV (feline leukemia) for cats who go outside or live with a cat who does. It spreads through close contact, like shared bowls and grooming. Ask the team whether Petfolk Nichols Hills carries it.

How can I make shot day easier for my cat?

Most of a cat's stress starts at home, with the carrier. Leave it out with the door open for a few days and put a towel and treats inside. On visit day, cover the carrier with a light blanket in the car.

Fear Free handling is standard at Petfolk. At Petfolk Nichols Hills, the team lets cats stay in the bottom of the carrier when they can, moves slowly, and keeps the room quiet. A shot often takes only seconds.

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After the shots

A sleepy day and a sore spot are normal. Some cats eat a little less for a day. Call (405) 251-8816 if you see facial swelling, hives, vomiting or a lump at the shot site that is still there after 3 weeks or keeps getting bigger.

Give your cat a quiet room and its usual food when you get home. If you have more than one cat, the one who went to the clinic may smell different for a day, and a short hiss from a housemate is common. Keeping them apart for a few hours usually settles it.

What does a cat vaccine visit cost?

Vaccines are priced one at a time. They're usually given during a wellness exam, which starts at $99 at Petfolk Nichols Hills. You'll get an estimate before any test or treatment. The final bill can differ if the plan changes during the visit.

New kitten in the house

Kittens need a series of shots a few weeks apart. See kitten vaccines in Nichols Hills for the schedule, and rabies vaccines in Nichols Hills for Oklahoma's rules.

When a reaction can't wait

A severe reaction is rare. If your cat has trouble breathing, collapses or its face swells quickly after a vaccine, go to a 24-hour hospital such as VEG Oklahoma City on Pawnee Dr.

Close to Nichols Hills Plaza

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Nichols Hills is at 1125 NW 63rd St Suite 1125 C, Oklahoma City, OK 73116, with on-site parking so your cat's carrier isn't out in the weather long.

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