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kitty wellness: cat and kitten health and vet care
Help your cat be healthy and happy.
Regular comprehensive exams and wellness care can help keep your kitten bouncing and pouncing. Combine that with loving care at home and you’ve got one happy cat! Remember, no one will know better than you if your kittyBAE just seems “off.” Just reach out to your Banfield team. We’re here for the love, health, and happiness of your feline friend.
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You are your kitten’s front line for health. Here’s what to know about vaccinations, spaying and neutering, quality nutrition, and more.
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Vaccinations for cats and kittens
Vaccinations help to protect your cat against disease. Learn which vaccines to prioritize, when your kitty should get them, and get an idea about costs.
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Spaying and neutering
Help limit health risks and prevent mating behaviors and unwanted kittens! Start thinking about spaying or neutering when your kitten is around 12 weeks old.
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Help fight fleas and ticks
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Picking a vet for your cat
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Inside versus outside cats
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How can I tell if my cat is sick?
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First aid for your cat
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Take care of kitty teeth
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What should cats eat?
Know the basics of quality cat diets so you can feed your big and little kittyBAEs.
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Is my house safe for cats?
Common household hazards that could for dangerous for your cat (and you).