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When is a non-core cat vaccine recommended?

When the cat has a real risk of exposure to that disease.

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  1. For every cat at every visit
  2. Only if the cat might be exposed to the disease ✔
  3. Only for cats over age ten

Why: Non-core vaccines are not for every cat. They are used when a particular cat's lifestyle makes exposure to that disease likely. Your vet helps decide.

Huh, didn't know that: The AVMA says core vaccines are recommended for all dogs and cats unless there is a medical reason not to vaccinate.

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Answer: Only if the cat might be exposed to the disease. Non-core vaccines are not for every cat. They are used when a particular cat's lifestyle makes exposure to that disease likely. Your vet helps decide.

  1. AVMA, Vaccinations www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/vaccinations
    "Non-core" vaccines are recommended for certain pets based on their risk of exposure to the disease
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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