Most kittens reach 16 weeks right as their vaccine series wraps up, so the date to watch is the last FVRCP booster, not just the birthday.
How the vaccine timeline fits
The AAHA/AAFP guidelines, summarized by the Cat Fanciers' Association, start the FVRCP series at 6 to 8 weeks, with boosters every 2 to 4 weeks until 16 to 18 weeks. Rabies starts at 12 to 16 weeks depending on local rules, and the guidelines add an FVRCP booster at about six months. FVRCP covers rhinotracheitis, calicivirus and panleukopenia.
That is why the kennel's floor is 16 weeks: by then a kitten has usually had most of its first series and a rabies dose, and the records show it.
What to send before the first night
Upload them to your ProPetware account or email them, and bring a copy to the first check-in if you can. Records must not expire during the stay.
| Item | Why |
|---|---|
| Rabies certificate | Required for every cat |
| FVRCP series dates | Shows the kitten is on schedule for its age |
| Birth or adoption date | Confirms 16 weeks by the first day |
Kitten stays in practice
A kitten is a cat in the cattery: its own four-level tower, its own litter box and blanket, and cat houses nearby to hide in. Bring the food it eats now in the original bag, since a sudden switch can upset a small stomach. House kibble and pate are available at no charge if you prefer.
Check the kitten vaccine schedule to line up the booster dates before you book, and plan trips for after the 16-week mark.
If your kitten is under 16 weeks
Young kittens are still building immunity and sleep a lot, so an in-home sitter or a relative is often the gentler plan until the series is done. Call 707-678-6600 with your kitten's age and the dates to talk through timing, and ask about the first stay while you are at it.