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Cat Vaccination Cost

How Much Does Cat Vaccination Cost?

low costMedium: $10-$35 per year
low costHigh: $45-$85 the first year

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Typical costs:
  • The average cost for cat vaccinations ranges from $45 to $85 and up in the first year, and from $10 to $35 and up per year afterward.
  • The cost varies based on which vaccinations are given and whether they are done at a veterinarian's office or a low-cost vaccination clinic run by a local government or humane organization.
What should be included:
  • Kittens usually receive a combination vaccine for feline distemper, rhinotracheitis and calcivirus at seven weeks, 10 weeks and 13 weeks, with a separate rabies vaccine at 12 or 13 weeks. After that, cats receive boosters annually, though veterinarians sometimes recommend less often -- such as every three years -- for indoor cats not exposed to other cats.
  • PetEducation.com offers detailed information on vaccines and a typical vaccination schedule for kittens and cats.
Additional costs:
  • Some kittens and cats, if they live primarily outdoors or will be exposed to many other cats, receive vaccines for feline leukemia and feline infectious peritonitis. Each extra shot costs about $5 to $10.
Discounts:
  • Most humane societies and shelters include the first rounds of vaccinations in the adoption fee.
  • Tip: It is possible to order vaccines online and vaccinate the cat yourself, but it is important to order from a reliable company. DrsFosterSmith.com has a guide on how to vaccinate a pet.
Shopping for cat vaccination:
  • To find a good veterinarian, ask fellow cat owners, breeders or humane associations. Or, check the American Veterinary Medical Association to find your state's veterinary medical association for a referral.
  • Ask the veterinarian how long he or she has been practicing, and how much continuing education he or she receives each year. Then, visit the clinic to look at cleanliness and attitude and ask about policies and prices.VeterinaryPartner.com offers a guide on how to find a veterinarian and a list of questions to ask.
Article updated October 2007
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What People Are Paying - Recent Comments
Neutering
Amount: $84.00
Posted by: Tiyana in Oregon City, OR.Posted: November 17th, 2010 10:11PM
Breed: Tabby/Siamese mix
I ended up spending a little under $400 for my 2 cats to get vaccinated and neutered this past visit. Pretty disappointing to see so little in my bank account now.
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Less Expensive
Amount: $50.00
Posted by: Chyrl in Amarillo, TX.Posted: February 2nd, 2011 08:02AM
Breed: Mixed kitten/unknown
I called the Humane Society and they offer discount vouchers you can purchase for the spay/neutering costs and the rabies shot. The cat for the shot and surgery was $50.
I got the same vouchers for my puppy and he was $60 for both.
Just call your Humane Society for information. You just go in and purchase the vouchers directly from them. They give you a list of vets that accept them.
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Expensive Exam and Shots
Amount: $115.00
Posted by: Di1314 in McKeesport, PA.Posted: June 14th, 2011 08:06PM
Breed: Seal Point Siamese
I called a local vet clinic in Elizabeth, PA. This is what the office visit and first set of shots and deworming cost. Although I do like the vet, I'm going to have to find someone else more reasonably priced to get the rest of the shots and neutering.
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2 kittens
Amount: $181.00
Posted by: Kel in Tyler, TX.Posted: July 11th, 2011 01:07PM
Breed: mixed/ unknown
My kittens have had two rounds of shots.
The first time I took them it cost $67.00; that included a discounted office visit, 3 shots each, and deworming medication. They trimmed their nails for free.
Today was their second visit and it cost $114.00; that included all their shots (5 shots-- including the rabies this time) and apparently a waived office visit.
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feline rabies vaccine pricess @ pet vet clinics in chicago
Amount: $30.00
Posted by: VEDE in CHICAGO, IL.Posted: July 14th, 2011 09:07AM
Breed: tabby
please tell me where i can find a pet vet clinic to give my tabby an affordable pet vet rabies vaccine shot for about $25.00 IN CHICAGO
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