Kittens are vulnerable to infectious disease, especially during the period when maternal antibodies decline and their own immunity is still developing. Vaccination helps protect against severe diseases such as feline panleukopenia and cat flu.
Typical kitten schedule
The exact schedule depends on veterinary advice and vaccine type, but kittens usually receive a series of vaccinations in the first months of life. Your vet will confirm what is needed after you bring the kitten home.
Check the records
Ask to see the vaccination booklet or passport before collection. It should show the kitten identity, vaccine labels, dates and veterinary stamps. Vague claims that a kitten is "fully vaccinated" are not enough without documentation.
Indoor cats still need protection
Indoor cats can still be exposed indirectly through people, objects or veterinary visits. Discuss long-term boosters with your vet based on lifestyle and risk. Vaccination is one part of health care, alongside parasite control, nutrition and monitoring.
