IN LOVING MEMORY OF "MEENA" (clinic cat)

FELINE FACTS

Normal Temperature 100*F-101.5*F: Pulse 110-130 bpm: Respiration 20-30 rpm

Some Kitty Don'ts: Pain relief meds (e.g., tylenol, aspirin, ibprofen, acetaminophen, aleve, ...) can be fatal to cats!

Vaccination Guidelines (little or no contact with other cats is recommend until vaccinated)

Rabies  is required by the State of Colorado. Kittens should receive their initial shot at sixteen (16) weeks. They should be boosted one (1) year after their initial shot and then we vaccinate with an every three (3) year vaccine.Felocell* is the recommended combo-vaccine. Kittens should receive their inital shot at eight (8) weeks. They should be boosted at twleve (12) and sixteen (16) weeks. Then they should be vaccinated yearly (if you travel, you may need additional protection).

Leukemia can be recommended, but should be discussed with your veterinarian.

Worming is recommended for kittens.  Adults cats may or may not need regular worming.

When Should I Spay My Cat?  Six (6) months is a guideline, but this should be discussed with your veterinarian.

When Should I Neuter My Cat?  Any time after six (6) months is a guideline, but this should be discussed with your veterinarian.

I'm Having Kittens!  The gestation period for cats is 9 weeks.  An ultrasound can be done to verify pregnancy at 15 days.  A radiograph can be done to verify pregnancy and number of kittens at 45+ days.  If your cat has been in active labor for more than 1 hour or appears to be having difficulty, call your veterinarian immediately.