Cat Lifestages — Kitten (1-12 months)
Kitten Tips
When a kitten fractures a bone, she’ll limp or walk on three legs. If you suspect a limb fracture, you can use a pencil, a tongue depressor or even cardboard to temporarily immobilize the leg before heading to the vet.
Cats infected with the Feline Leukemia Virus can look perfectly healthy in the early stages of the disease, but are still highly contagious. Vaccinations are crucial in the prevention of many fatal diseases in kittens.
A kitten’s diet must be rich in taurine, an amino acid responsible for cardiovascular fitness and eye health in cats. Kittens can’t produce taurine naturally, so scientists recommend 1000 mg per day per kg of dry food.
Best Care Little Bundles for Kittens
Kittens need special care, after all…they’re just babies! The Best Care program for kittens includes an overall health exam, an initial vaccination series, nutritional advice and more. Get your kitten on the road to health early.
Learn more about this special package, or call us at 410-730-2122 to make an appointment today.
Kitten Corner
If you’re caring for a kitten (1-12 months) this is the place for you. We’ve got tips, tricks, advice and the latest news on kitten development.
Basic Care
The first few months are crucial to your kitten’s health. Here, you’ll find links to articles on basic care including
behavior, grooming, exercise and more.
- How to Select a Kitten That's Right for You
- Bringing a New Kitten Home
- Kitten Basics 101 - Taking Care of Your New Kitten
- How to Kitten-Proof Your Home
- Kitten Socialization
- New Cat Owner Guide: 9 Steps for Taking Care of Your Kitten
- How to Introduce a Kitten to Your Cat at Home
- Will a Pair of Kittens Raised Together Care Only for Each Other?
Nutrition
A kitten’s weight may double or even triple during her first few weeks of life. Research what and how to feed your kitten here.
Medical
Kittens need special preventative care including vaccinations and parasite medications. Read more on how often your
kitten needs to see the vet.
Training
Training a kitten is a great idea. It encourages good behavior early and ensures you won’t have to break bad habits
later. It’s also easier than you may think!
- Training Tips for New Kitten Owners
- How Do We Teach Our Kitten to Stop Biting?
- How Do I Teach My Kitten to Like the Veterinarian?
- How Do Kittens Learn to Hunt?
- Help! Our Wild Kitten Is Tearing Up Our House
Kitten to Adult Cat
As your kitten transitions to adulthood, there will be big changes. As her awareness of the world increases, she will be ready to interact with just about everything around her. From food to grooming to basic care, there are many things to watch for and keep in mind as your kitten’s needs evolve. Learn about the “Adult Cat” Lifestage »
Best Care Little Bundles for Kittens includes:*
- 3 physical exams
- Kitten Vaccinations
- Vaccines recommended for all kittens include:
- Feline panleukopenia virus (FPV - distemper)
- Feline herpesvirus-1 (FHV-1 - rhinotracheitis)
- Feline calicivirus (FCV)
- Feline leukemia vaccine (FeLV)
- Feline rabies virus
- Feline Combo Test (FeLV/FIV)
- Intestinal parasite examinations (2)
- Heartworm test (for kittens aged 6-12 months)
- De-worming treatments (1 per visit)
- Nutritional consultation
- Microchip and/or annual enrollment
- First dose of internal/external parasite control
- Best Care Little Bundles Kitten Booklet
* Valid only for kittens up to 12 months old. Each plan will be tailored by the attending veterinarian to the individual needs of your pet and may include some, all or additional vaccines than those listed here. The plan is not intended for sick pets and must be completed within 90 days of the initial visit. This offer is non-refundable, and cannot be combined with other offers.
Adult Best Care Checkup includes:*
- Complete history and physical exam
- Blood work (CBC + 8 tests)
- Urinalysis
- Fecal test (check for common parasites)
- Heartworm test
*Not valid for pets over 7 years old. Not appropriate for sick pets. Additional fees for vaccinations or medications may apply. Not to be combined with any other offer.
Senior Best Care Checkup includes:*
- Complete history and physical exam
- Blood work (CBC + 30 tests)
- Urinalysis
- Fecal test (check for common parasites)
- Heartworm test
- 5 X-ray images (Chest and Abdomen)
* Valid only for pets 7 years old and over. Not appropriate for sick pets. Additional fees for vaccinations or medications may apply. Not to be combined with any other offer.
