Getting a new pet is exciting, but being a pet owner includes responsibilities. If you have a new pet and live in the Sioux Falls, SD, area, you can visit us to get vet care from a veterinarian near you. At Prairie Creek Pet Hospital, our team can provide a pet wellness visit to introduce your pet to our animal care family and get him the pet vaccines he needs.
Caring for Your Kitten
One type of pet we can care for is kittens. If you have a new kitten, you’re probably curious about how to care for him. Although you'll be excited about bringing your kitten home, it's a good idea to make an appointment for his first pet wellness visit.
In addition to a complete physical examination, a veterinarian on our veterinary team will give your kitten the necessary cat vaccinations. Vaccinations are generally categorized as core vaccinations (the most important ones) and non-core vaccinations.
Core and non-Core Vaccinations
The core vaccinations include a combination of different vaccines that protect your pet from different kinds of dangerous diseases. These diseases can be very harmful to your pet’s health if he contacts them and can even lead to your cat’s death. Thankfully, vaccines can protect your pet from these diseases so you don’t have to worry.
Non-core vaccinations are recommended based on certain circumstances, such as where your pet lives or his type of lifestyle. A vet on our team can give you more information about what kinds of non-core vaccines may be recommended for your kitten.
Rabies Prevention
Rabies is a viral disease you won’t want your kitten to get. If your cat becomes infected with rabies, and it’s left untreated, it could be fatal. Although outdoor cats are more likely to get rabies - since they are more likely to meet a rabid animal - all kittens should be vaccinated against rabies.
Get a Pet Wellness Exam, Cat Vaccinations, and General Preventative Care from a Veterinarian Near You
Keeping track of these kitten vaccinations may seem overwhelming, but our pet hospital will keep track of them for you and let you know when the next shots are due. Kitten owners in the Sioux Falls, SD, area who want to be sure their pets have all the preventative care they need can trust our staff at Prairie Creek Pet Hospital where our animal care team is ready to help keep your pets happy and healthy. Give us a call today to make an appointment for your pet’s next visit. Call us at (605) 339-8900 for a pet wellness exam and cat vaccinations from a veterinarian near you. Our pet hospital is here to help.
