The first year of a kitten's life sets the foundation for their long-term health. At South Pasadena Animal Hospital, we guide new kitten owners through the full first-year care plan — wellness exams, the complete FVRCP and rabies vaccine series, deworming, flea prevention, FIV/FeLV testing, microchipping, and spay/neuter timing. We make every visit as calm and stress-free as possible for your kitten and for you.
We see kittens regularly and know how to make first vet visits positive experiences. A relaxed kitten visit early in life means less stress at every vet visit for years to come.
We walk you through the full kitten vaccine series, deworming schedule, parasite prevention, and when to spay or neuter — so nothing falls through the cracks.
We test new kittens for FIV and FeLV on-site. Knowing your kitten's status matters for their care and for any other cats in your home.
Complete nose-to-tail physical assessment at 8 weeks. We check for congenital issues, parasites, dental development, and growth patterns.
FVRCP series starting at 8 weeks (booster at 12 and 16 weeks), rabies vaccine at 12–16 weeks, and FeLV vaccine for kittens with outdoor exposure.
Most kittens have intestinal parasites. We deworm appropriately and test fecal samples to confirm.
Blood test to check for feline immunodeficiency virus and feline leukemia virus. Essential for new kittens, especially if adopted from a shelter or found outdoors.
Guidance on kitten-safe flea prevention. Many over-the-counter products are unsafe for kittens under a certain age and weight.
We discuss optimal timing for spay/neuter based on your kitten's breed, size, and health — typically between 5 and 6 months for most cats.
Visit us at 3116 W Main St in Alhambra, just west of the Fremont Avenue intersection. Easy street parking is available right out front.
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Closed for lunch 1–2 PM everyday.
As soon as possible — ideally within a few days of bringing them home. The first visit establishes a baseline, checks for parasites and congenital issues, and gets the vaccine series started. The earlier the first visit, the better.
Kittens need a series of FVRCP vaccines (at 8, 12, and 16 weeks), rabies at 12–16 weeks, and possibly FeLV depending on lifestyle. We create an individualized plan at your first visit.
For most cats, 5–6 months is appropriate. We discuss timing at your kitten visits. Early spay/neuter (before the first heat for females) reduces the risk of mammary tumors significantly.
Some sneezing is normal, especially shortly after adoption from a shelter. But persistent sneezing, nasal discharge, or eye discharge can indicate an upper respiratory infection that needs treatment. Call us if symptoms persist more than 2–3 days.
We recommend looking into it while your kitten is young and healthy, before any conditions develop that could be excluded as pre-existing. We can't recommend specific plans, but insuring early usually means better coverage.
Schedule your kitten's appointment online in under a minute, or give us a call and our team will find a time that works for you.
If you are searching for a kitten vet in Alhambra or the San Gabriel Valley, South Pasadena Animal Hospital is here to help. Located at 3116 West Main Street in Alhambra, our clinic regularly sees kittens for first exams, vaccine series, and preventive care through the entire first year of life. We understand that bringing home a new kitten is exciting — and that the first vet visit sets the tone for your cat's relationship with veterinary care for the rest of their life.
The kitten vaccine series is one of the most important investments you can make in your cat's health. FVRCP vaccines protect against feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia — diseases that can be severe or fatal in unvaccinated kittens. Rabies vaccination is required by law in California. For kittens with outdoor access or exposure to unknown cats, FeLV (feline leukemia virus) vaccination is also strongly recommended. We create a customized vaccine schedule at your kitten's first visit based on their age, lifestyle, and health status.
FIV and FeLV testing is something we recommend for all new kittens. Both viruses are transmitted between cats and can have significant implications for your kitten's long-term health and for any other cats already in your household. Testing early means you have complete information from the start. We run this test in-house, so results are available the same day.
Kitten owners come to SPAH from across the region, including Pasadena, South Pasadena, San Gabriel, Monterey Park, Temple City, and Rosemead. If you have a new kitten and are looking for a vet, contact us to get started.