Kitten Care

Gold-standard veterinary care for kittens.

Kitten Exams Is it time? Thank you for considering PCAC for your cat’s care. Kittens at PCAC will be examined at least 3 times in his first four months. Kittens, just like babies, grow and change quickly and their development should be monitored to ensure it is happening appropriately. By examining your kitten every 3-4 weeks we can catch issues such as viral infections, congenital heart disease, juvenile periodontal disease, and more. Your kitten will receive a comprehensive physical exam at each kitten visit. The areas examined include your pet’s ears, eyes, gastro-intestinal system and abdomen, heart and cardiovascular system, lungs/trachea and respiratory system, lymph nodes and thyroid gland, musculoskeletal system, nervous system, nose and throat, skin and hair coat, urogenital system, and mouth/teeth/and gums. At PCAC, our comprehensive wellness exams are one of the things that set us apart from other hospitals. Clients have said things such as “My pet has never been thoroughly examined like that before!” In addition to the doctor discussing the exam with you, every pet receives a and the findings. Your kitten will also be vaccinated against and tested for life-threatening diseases. Kitten Health

Kitten Wellness Packages

Your kitten will need extra medical care for the first 6-8 months of life. So you can understand what your kitten will receive at each visit and to help you know what the cost will be, we offer 2 wellness packages that cover most of what your kitten will need in the first year. These are out Kitten Package and Adopted Kitten Package, and both packages include:

Wellness Exams
Three wellness exams* at approximately 8, 12, and 16 weeks. *Illness visits are not substituted as it is important to receive all wellness care. +

Core Vaccines
Vaccinations against the core feline diseases including:
  • FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia)
  • FeLV (Feline Leukemia)
  • Rabies
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Stool Analysis
Two stool analyses testing for parasitic and bacterial infections.

Nail Trimming
Both of our packages include two nail trims.

Parasite Prevention
Three months of heartworm and parasite prevention. Plus, 20% off topical heartworm/parasite control of 10% off oral heartworm/parasite control. +

Other Package Options

FeLV/FIV Test – Blood test for Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus. Included with our Kitten Package, discounted with our Adopted Kitten Package.

Microchip – Permanent identification using a small identifying chip inserted under the skin. Discounted with both Kitten and Adopted Kitten Package.

Spay or Neuter – Using a laser instead of a scalpel blade, reduces your cat’s chance of cancers, behavioral issues, and prevents unwanted pregnancies. Included in our Kitten Package.

Recent legislation has started changing the way people think about declawing. As members of both AAFP and AAHA, we think it is important to share their position on feline declawing.

“The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) strongly opposes the declawing of domestic cats and supports veterinarians’ efforts to educate cat owners and provide them with effective alternatives.” – AAHA Position Statement

“The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) strongly opposes declawing (onychectomy) as an elective procedure.” – AAFP Position Statement

As an AAHA and AAFP certified practice, we agree with and follow these positions. Please note if you are considering declawing your cat we can offer you an in-person consultation with one of our veterinarians. In this consultation we will address your concerns having a clawed cat in your home, discuss what declawing is, potential complications for this elective procedure, and other non-surgical methods.

If you would like more information, please contact one of our trained staff members. Declawing