My cat is almost 1 year old and didn't finish his kitten shots...?

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Do I need to start all over or can he just receive the yearly shots? He's in indoor cat so he doesn't wonder outside with other animals. He'll be a year old March 25th.

Amazing Grace · Answer

Kittens and puppies get shots in a series because maternal antibodies in the mother's milk will prevent a strong antibody reaction so they must be redone to keep the immunity high. If a Kitten or a puppy has not been nursing for 2 months then their immune status is the same as any other un vacinated adult pet and should be treated as such. Some vets will recommend a two shot series and others say one will suffice. Some vets prefer to give seperate shots for diseases and some prefer a multi viral injection. 
In short talk to to your vet.

Kindest Regards,

Issy · Answer

Well you need to go to the vet anyway right?  So just ask what&#x27;s needed.  Im no vet or anything but I don&#x27;t think you need to start all over.  That would be quite expensive too

Mircat · Answer

http://www.pawfun.com/2009/01/ask-dr-jill-elliot-should-i-vaccinate-my-indoor-cats/

http://www.catinfo.org/?link=vaccines

If your cat NEVER goes outside, there is no need to vaccinate other than the first set.

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My cat is almost 1 year old and didn't finish his kitten shots...?

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