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Marblehead, MA 01945
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Feline Wellness Care
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This vaccine is given in a series of two administered 3-4 weeks apart. After this series, the vaccine is given annually.
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The FeLV vaccine is usually recommended for OUTDOOR cats only. However, some boarding kennels will require this vaccine.
Fecal samples: Rules out intestinal parasites and worms.
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We typically de-worm kittens at their new kitten visits, as these parasites can be passed from “queen” to kitten in-utero.
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An annual fecal is recommended for outdoor cats to ensure that no intestinal parasites (some of which live microscopically in the soil) were picked up over the year.
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Throughout your cat’s life, we will suggest a fecal sample is examined if your cat is experiencing episodes of diarrhea.

Rabies Vaccine: Required by law in Massachusetts.
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This vaccine is administered at 12 weeks and is effective for 1 year.
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Cats need to be vaccinated annually.
Feline Distemper (FVRCP): Helps to prevent most upper respiratory infections.
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This vaccine is administered at 8, 12 and between 16-20 weeks, and boostered annually.
Feline Leukemia (FELV): Is transmitted by infected cats via saliva while mutual grooming or fighting.

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MOST OF THESE PARASITES DO NOT POSE A THREAT TO PEOPLE. However, pregnant women should take particular care cleaning the litter boxes and/or attending to the garden where an infected cat may have defecated. We encourage you to discuss your concerns with your physician.
Feline Leukemia and FIV testing:
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We recommend that this "combo" test is run at 6 months of age.
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This blood test determines a kitten's exposure to Feline Leukemia and/or FIV (Feline "AIDS")
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These diseases are species specific and pose no threat to people.