Kitten Vaccines

Veterinarian giving a tabby kitten a vaccine

Kittens need a series of vaccines a few weeks apart to build protection. Our Sugar Land clinic on Southwest Freeway starts the series at your kitten's first visit and sets the schedule from there.

Kittens are the one group where the feline leukemia vaccine is recommended for nearly every cat, even if it will live indoors.

Call (346) 436-6295 or book online.

When it's an emergency: Go straight to a 24-hour emergency hospital for a kitten that stops eating, has trouble breathing, or has face swelling, vomiting, or collapse after a vaccine. We're open 8 AM to 6 PM, seven days a week, and we don't provide overnight care.

What the Kitten Series Includes

FVRCP (feline herpesvirus, calicivirus, and panleukopenia), every few weeks until about 16 weeks
Rabies, required in Texas by 16 weeks of age
Feline leukemia (FeLV), recommended for all kittens under a year
Boosters about a year later, then on the adult schedule

The AAHA/AAFP feline vaccination guidelines list FeLV as core for kittens because their risk is highest in the first year and their adult lifestyle isn't known yet.

Found a Kitten? Start With a Checkup

Many Sugar Land families take in kittens found in yards, garages, or parking lots, especially in the warm months. A found kitten needs an exam before vaccines and before meeting your other cats.

A feline leukemia and FIV test
A fecal test and deworming
A flea check
An age estimate, which sets the vaccine schedule

“Very friendly knowledgeable staff who cared and went the extra mile for us and our kitten Kalliope! They were uber accommodating and the whole process was so silky smooth!”
— Wendell D., Petfolk client.

Black-and-white kitten sitting on a scale

When to Wait

If your kitten has sneezing, eye discharge, diarrhea, or isn't eating, call before vaccine day. The doctor may treat the illness first.

Indoor Kittens Still Need the Series

Panleukopenia virus can come indoors on shoes and clothing, and Texas law requires rabies for cats whether they go outside or not. Indoor cats do get fewer lifestyle vaccines later, and the doctor will tailor the adult plan.

What Kitten Vaccines Cost

Vaccines are given at wellness exams. A wellness exam is $99, or included with PetfolkCare. Each vaccine and test is priced separately, and you'll see the total first.

PetfolkCare is $199 a year and takes 10% off vaccines and labs, and includes $200 toward a spay or neuter.

Start Your Kitten Off Protected

Book your kitten's first visit online or call (346) 436-6295.