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My 1-year-old cat wants outside. Can he still get outdoor vaccines?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | neutered | 1 year old

My kitty is about be 1 soon and we noticed he really wants to be outside. So i was wondering if there is a certain age where vets wont give cats the vaccines to be outside cats? Thank you.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 21st, 2018

No, there isn't an age where vets won't give cats vaccines. You can make an appointment at any time to get Midnight vaccinated. The vet can go over the vaccine schedule to get him fully immunized, and I would not let him outside until the vet says he is completely protected. I hope this helps!

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