Exotic Shorthair Vaccination Schedule
Personalized Exotic Shorthair 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.
Exotic Shorthair 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 Exotic Shorthair vaccinations
When should my Exotic Shorthair start vaccinations?
Most Exotic Shorthair 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.
Why is brachycephalic relevant for my Exotic Shorthair?
Exotic Shorthairs share Persian anatomy: a flat face that means stronger reactions to anesthesia and slower recovery from upper-respiratory infections. Vaccines themselves are fine; mention the flat-faced anatomy to your vet for any future sedation.
Should my Exotic Shorthair get PKD screening?
Yes. Exotic Shorthairs share Persian PKD risk. A one-time DNA test or kidney ultrasound before age one establishes the baseline. Vaccines are unaffected.
Does my Exotic Shorthair need outdoor non-core vaccines?
Exotic Shorthairs are typically indoor companion cats. FeLV is recommended through the first-year booster; after year one, indoor-only adults can usually drop it.
Same schedule for a Exotic Shorthair 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 Exotic Shorthair mix.
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