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What's the kitten vaccination schedule and how much does it cost?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hey there! Im about to be the owner of my very first kitten once he turns 8 weeks. My main concern is vaccinations and Vet visits. I've tried to research when you take a kitten in to be vaccinated and how much it would cost, but every where I look has a different answer. Could you give my a schedule on when I should bring my kitten into the Vets office for regular checkups/ Vaccinations? And, if possible, your best estimate on how much it would cost? Im trying to be as prepared as I can!

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Published on June 21st, 2018

Good on you for being such a responsible pet owner and getting vaccines for your kitten! Feline core vaccines include FVRCP (feline distemper combo) and a Rabies vaccine. If she is an outdoor cat, the FeLV vaccine (feline leukemia) should be considered. I will put the schedule below: She will need three series of FVRCP each given four weeks apart to be fully vaccinated. First vaccine: 8 weeks of age Second vaccine: 12 weeks of age Third vaccine: 16 weeks of age The rabies vaccines requires two vaccines given four weeks apart for her to be fully vaccinated. First vaccine: 12-14 weeks of age Second vaccine: 16-18 weeks of age I will put a link below to Vetco's clinics and their vaccine costs so you can get an idea of how much to save. Best of luck, I hope this helps! https://www.vetcoclinics.com

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    Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

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    I understand there must be some confusion if you ask different sources. You should take your kitten to the vet for vaccines at this time and your vet can give you a schedule for the boosters. The booster vaccines are generally three weeks apart until 13 weeks of age. At one year, your cat will be due again for a booster and rabies vaccine. Below is a link to a thorough, but simple guide. https://www.petcoach.co/article/vaccines-vaccination-schedule-for-cats-kittens/ Prices will vary depending on the clinic you go to, but they will all be somewhat similar. Below is a link to the Vetco price guide, which should help give you an idea of the cost involved. https://www.vetcoclinics.com/services-and-clinics/vaccination-packages-and-prices/ For more information about raising a kitten and other veterinary considerations, I recommend you read the article at the link below. https://www.petcoach.co/article/new-kitten-101/ I hope that helps and all is well with your kitten.

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