Birman Vaccination Schedule
Personalized Birman kitten vaccination schedule for the US, UK, and EU. Adjust your kitten's age and country below. The schedule updates as you go.
Important: this is a reference. It is not a substitute for your vet. Always confirm the specific schedule for your kitten with the clinic that treats them.
Birman vaccination schedule
| Age | Status | Core | Non-core |
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| 6 to 8 weeks | Due now |
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| 10 to 12 weeks | Upcoming |
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| 14 to 16 weeks | Upcoming |
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| 16 weeks+Required by law in most US states. | Upcoming |
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| 12 months | Upcoming |
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Common questions about Birman vaccinations
When should my Birman start vaccinations?
Most Birman kittens start their first FVRCP between 6 and 8 weeks in the US, or 8 to 9 weeks in the UK and EU. Use the form above with your kitten's age and country to see the next-due date.
Is my Birman more sensitive to vaccines?
Not specifically. Birmans are generally healthy with no breed-specific vaccine concerns. Standard FVRCP schedule applies.
Does my Birman need FeLV?
AAFP recommends FeLV through the first-year booster for every kitten. Birmans are typically indoor companion cats; after year one, indoor-only adults can usually drop FeLV.
How often does my Birman need annual boosters?
After the first year, FVRCP every 1 to 3 years and Rabies every 1 or 3 years depending on region. Birmans follow the standard cat booster cadence.
Same schedule for a Birman mix?
Yes for the core vaccines. FVRCP and Rabies are identical for purebreds and mixes. Non-core vaccines (FeLV, FIV) depend on lifestyle and region, not breed. The schedule above works for any Birman mix.
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