First-Year Puppy & Kitten Care Calendar
A month-by-month guide to your pet’s first year: vaccinations, deworming and check-ups, so nothing slips through the cracks. Always confirm timing with your vet.
The Schedule
| Age | What to do |
|---|---|
| 6–8 weeks | First vaccinations (DHLPP for puppies / FVRCP for kittens). First deworming. General health check. |
| 10–12 weeks | Second vaccinations. Second deworming. Start flea & tick prevention. |
| 14–16 weeks | Final core vaccinations plus rabies. Third deworming. Discuss microchipping. |
| 4–5 months | Microchip if not done. Discuss spay / neuter timing. Baby-teeth check. |
| 6 months | Spay / neuter (as advised). Begin adult-food transition. |
| 7–11 months | Monthly weight checks. Flea, tick & deworming on schedule. Watch adult teeth come in. |
| 12 months | First adult annual check-up. Booster vaccinations. Confirm adult diet & weight. |
Every Month, Don’t Forget
- Flea & tick prevention
- Weigh your pet and note it
- Check ears, eyes, teeth and coat
- Keep socialising and training