Vaccines and prevention
Vaccines and preventive care
Vaccines are not one calendar for every pet. Core and lifestyle vaccines differ. WSAVA offers a framework; your veterinarian sets the plan.
Schedules
- Cat vaccine scheduleCat vaccines are not one date for every cat. WSAVA separates core and lifestyle vaccines.
- Dog vaccine scheduleDog vaccine plans change with parks, boarding and travel. Core and lifestyle vaccines differ.
- When to vaccinate? A calm start for puppies and kittensVaccine timing depends on age, species, and lifestyle. The safest step is a personalized plan with your veterinarian.
- Vaccine reminder guide: when to check in?Vaccine schedules are not one-size-fits-all. This guide helps you know when to ask the clinic.
Specific vaccines
- Rabies vaccine in catsRabies vaccination is often discussed for law and travel. Timing depends on the product and local rules.
- Rabies vaccine in dogsRabies is both animal and human health. Timing and paperwork follow travel and local rules. This page is not a full schedule.
- FeLV vaccine in catsFeLV is a lifestyle vaccine. It comes up more often for outdoor cats, multi-cat homes and newcomers.
- Kennel cough / bordetellaA respiratory infection discussed before boarding and busy parks. Vaccines reduce risk; they do not make it zero. Stop reading if breathing is hard.