Feline Vaccines Flashcards
1
Q
What is the core vaccination protocol for feline vaccines?
A
- FVRCP (feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia) and rabies
2
Q
Is FeLV a recommended vaccine?
A
- Non-core vaccine but is frequently recommended based on risk factors
3
Q
Describe the protocol for giving kitten vaccines:
A
FVR (Herpesvirus), C(Calicivirus) and P(Panleukopenia virus) - injectable or intranasal vaccines are available:
- Early as 6 weeks → every 3-4 till 16 weeks OR after 16 weeks 2x but 3-4 weeks apart
- Booster 1y after initial dose
- Every 3 years after that
Rabies (injectable or transdermal):
- Once @ 12 weeks → booster 1 y later
- Every 1 or 3 years after that depending on the product
4
Q
For FeLV describe the protocol involved for a kitten and state whether or not it has an impact on test result:
A
- 8 weeks → 3-4 weeks later → @ 1 y
- Doesn’t cause a positive FeLV result
5
Q
Does the FIV vaccine have an impact on the test result?
A
- Yes - Produces antibodies that interfere with all FIV based diagnostic tests
