What age for vet check up?

Greetings.

We found Boots under the porch two weeks ago. My. Two weeks already.

A couple people with cats guessed his/her/it's age at about 6 - 8 weeks.

He has a full set of very sharp teeth.

He appears to be healthy. He is very active and playful. Loves to sit in our laps. And loves the toys hanging from his cat tree.

Questions are; When should, if they should, a kitten be taken in for a check-up?

Do they need preventative shots like dogs do?

(OMG! He just jumped on my leg to climb into my lap. I have on shorts. Pardon my, but, dayem. Those claws are sharp.)

Is it necessary and at what age does one have a cat fixed?

I did quickly search the site but could not find the answers I need.

Boots would appreciate any help.

Yes, kittens need shots like the pups do. Now is a perfect time for the vet check and to start the kitten shots. As far as the spay/neuter goes some vets will do them very young (weighing at least 2 lbs) and others suggest 5 or 6 months old. Ask your vet when they usually do this and they will set you up!
Boots is a sweet kitty and lucky to have you.

Thank you LotsofFur. I'll make an appointment this week and get this done. I hope recovery from being fixed isn't to hard on him/Her. I hate seeing an animal not feeling well. Thanks again.