Our team of experienced veterinarians love working at the Village Vet, one of Canberra's best vet hospitals.
Dr. Kirsten Davies is our resident cat vet in Canberra. She is studying for further qualifications in feline medicine and surgery and is always eager to see your furry felines.
We are here to help you make informed decisions about your cat's health. As a responsible pet owner, it is important to ensure that your furry friend receives the proper vaccinations to protect them from a range of infectious diseases.
Vaccinations are important because they help protect your cat from infectious diseases that can be life-threatening. Some common diseases that vaccinations protect against include:
In addition to protecting your cat, vaccinations also help protect other cats and humans from the spread of infectious diseases.
We are here to help you make informed decisions about your cat's health. As a responsible pet owner, it is important to ensure that your furry friend receives the proper vaccinations to protect them from a range of infectious diseases
''There is a separate cat entrance so cats feel less stressed and they are separated from dogs.''
Our team of veterinarians will work with you to develop a personalised vaccination plan based on your cat's age, health status, and lifestyle.
Kittens should start their vaccination series when they are around 6-8 weeks old, and receive boosters every 3-4 weeks until they are around 16 weeks old. Adult cats should receive annual booster vaccinations to maintain immunity to infectious diseases.
Feline Infectious Enteritis (Feline Panleukopenia): a highly contagious viral disease caused by feline parvovirus that is shed and transmitted to other cats through an infected cat’s faeces, urine, saliva or vomit. This disease causes fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, liver failure and sudden death.
Feline Calicivirus: is one of the viruses that can cause cat flu. Symptoms include nasal discharge, gingivitis and mouth ulcers which may lead to your cat being unable to eat.
Feline Rhinotracheitis (Feline Herpes Virus): is another virus that causes cat flu. While cats can recover from this diseases some can carry it forever and have reoccurring symptoms. Symptoms may include: sneezing, nasal discharge, difficulty breathing, and inflammation and ulceration of the cornea of the eye.
Chlamydia is a bacterial disease which mainly causes conjunctivitis in cats. In cases left untreated we can sometimes see a mild fever occur which may lead to inappetance and lethargy. The organism can also be found and effects the lungs, gastrointestinal tract and the reproductive tract.
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV/Feline AIDS) is a virus spread through cat bites that causes a gradual decline in your cats immunity. While signs of infection may take years to show up they may present as fever, inflammation of mouth/gums, recurrent infections, discharge from nose/eyes, diarrhoea etc. It is important to vaccinate your cat against FIV if they ever go outside your home.
90% of ‘cat flu’ cases are caused by feline herpesvirus (also known as feline rhinotracheitis) and/or feline calicivirus.
Feline respiratory disease affects cats of all ages, especially young kittens. It is highly contagious and causes sneezing, coughing, runny eyes, nasal discharge, loss of appetite and tongue ulcers.
Fortunately, the death rate is low except in young kittens, but the disease is distressing and clinical signs may persist for several weeks. Recovered cats can continue to carry and spread the infection for long periods, and can show signs of the disease again if they become stressed.
An F3 Vaccination is the standard indoor cat vaccination. This includes 2 cat flu vaccinations, herpesvirus and calicivirus and a type of parvovirus for cats called Panleukopaenia.
A highly contagious viral disease caused by feline parvovirus that is shed and transmitted to other cats through an infected cat’s faeces, urine, saliva or vomit. This disease causes fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, liver failure and sudden death.
Is one of the viruses that can cause cat flu. Symptoms include nasal discharge, gingivitis and mouth ulcers which may lead to your cat being unable to eat.
This is another virus that causes cat flu. While cats can recover from these diseases some can carry it forever and have reoccurring symptoms. Symptoms may include: sneezing, nasal discharge, difficulty breathing, and inflammation and ulceration of the cornea of the eye.
Feline AIDS is a virus spread through cat bites that causes a gradual decline in your cat's immunity. While signs of infection may take years to show up they may present as fever, inflammation of mouth/gums, recurrent infections, discharge from nose/eyes, diarrhoea etc. It is important to vaccinate your cat against FIV if they ever go outside your home. Unfortunately there is a national shortage of this vaccination, due to supply issues. We expect it to be back in stock in November 2023.
At The Village Vet, we understand the special bond between cats and their owners. That's why we are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care for our feline patients. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff members are passionate about cats and committed to providing the best possible care for your furry friend.
If you are looking for a reliable and caring veterinarian in Canberra to vaccinate your cat, look no further than The Village Vet. Contact us today to schedule an appointment!
Exciting developments in Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) treatment for cats now means this is no longer an incurable disease. FIP, a devastating viral disease, has long been considered incurable, leaving many feline companions without viable treatment options. Whilst, no vaccination exists, we now have access to and stock the antiviral drugs and immunomodulatory therapies have shown promising results in managing FIP. These advancements offer signifcant hope for cats affected by FIP, offering the potential for improved outcomes and prolonged quality of life. While there is still much to learn and refine, these groundbreaking developments pave the way for a brighter future in the fight against FIP. If you think your cat has FIP, call us today to discuss treatment options.
Exciting developments in Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) treatment for cats now means this is no longer an incurable disease. FIP, a devastating viral disease, has long been considered incurable, leaving many feline companions without viable treatment options. Whilst, no vaccination exists, we now have access to the antiviral drugs and immunomodulatory therapies have shown promising results in managing FIP. These advancements offer significant hope for cats affected by FIP, offering the potential for improved outcomes and prolonged quality of life. While there is still much to learn and refine, these groundbreaking developments pave the way for a brighter future in the fight against FIP. If you think your cat has FIP, call us today to discuss treatment options.
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