1. 🍼 Kittens (Birth to ~6 months)

Kittens require frequent vet checkups in their first year. Expect visits every 3–4 weeks starting at ~8 weeks old for:

• Core vaccines (FVRCP series & FeLV)
• Parasite checks & deworming
• Growth assessments, spay/neuter consultation

These monthly visits help ensure proper development, immunity, and early detection of health issues :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

2. 🧑 Adult Cats (1–7 years)

Healthy adult cats should have at least one veterinary wellness exam each year, including:

• Comprehensive physical exam
• Vaccination boosters (rabies, FVRCP, non-core as needed) :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Annual bloodwork for early disease markers (kidney, thyroid, diabetes)
• Dental check, parasite prevention

Those with chronic illness or special needs may benefit from twice-yearly visits :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.

3. 👵 Senior Cats (7–10+ years)

From age 10 onwards, or earlier if your cat is large or ill, schedule biannual (every 6 months) checkups that include:

• Thorough physical and dental exam
• Blood, urine, and possibly thyroid tests
• Screening for arthritis, kidney, heart or thyroid issues :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Some cats 15+ years old may need visits every 4 months, depending on health status :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.

4. 🚨 Emergency Visits: Know the Red Flags

In addition to scheduled care, seek vet attention promptly if you notice:

• Collapse, seizures, difficulty breathing
• Uncontrolled vomiting/diarrhea, especially with appetite loss or lethargy
• Straining to urinate or defecate, or signs of pain while eliminating
• Trauma, bleeding, unusual swelling
• Significant behavioral changes like hiding, lack of appetite, excessive vocalization :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

5. 🤔 Why Regular Vet Care Matters

• Feline stoicism: cats often mask illness until advanced :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Establish baseline data (weight, bloodwork) for early detection
• Keeps vaccines and parasite prevention up to date
• Improves longevity and quality of life through preventive care

6. 📅 Sample Wellness Schedule

7. 🐾 Tips for Stress-Free Vet Visits

• Acclimate your cat to the carrier—leave it out with comfy bedding :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Consider feline-friendly clinics or low-stress handling
• Discuss telehealth follow-ups for non-emergencies :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Keep records and lab data to monitor changes over time

8. 🤝 Ask A Vet Support

Unsure about when to schedule visits or what tests are needed? Ask A Vet is available 24/7 through our app to advise on age-appropriate wellness schedules, test interpretation, and appointment planning 📱.

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9. ✅ Final Takeaway

Email-style summary: Healthy adult cats: 1 vet visit per year. Senior cats: twice yearly or more. Kittens: frequent early visits. Plus emergency care when needed. Proactive vet care helps catch problems early and supports long, healthy lives!