I have had my cat for 3 years. He is an outdoor cat and has never had any shots. He has come home with a few scabs and scars but all in all he is clean and has no fleas and is in really good shape. I have heard that cats need regular visits to the doc. Is it true?
2006-06-06 19:00:32 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
My cat was already neutered when I got him.
2006-06-07 04:14:28 · update #1
Your cat should be wormed if its going out side, and vacc. is a good idea too.
I will disagree with >>weemarianne "He needs his rabies shot and he needs to be dewormed. Can you do that? No? Then what are you waiting for, get to the vet dummy"<<
The part about her doing it herself, yes she can. I buy my own vaccines and vet. strength wormer and vaccinate my cats, dogs, horses, and cattle myself. You really shouldnt call some one a dummy if you dont know what your talking about yourself.
2006-06-06 19:28:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes cats like any animal should have regular visits to the vet. It's a good idea to get their shots every year to protect them from things like parvo or feline leukemia. Also depending on where you live you could get fleas and heartworm which are a main concern for cats because if they do pick up heartworm there is no cure. Unlike in dogs. When they are inside cats there is less of a reason to have to take them to the vet but with outside cats it is pretty risky. If he looks healthy and you think hes ok you can try not taking him if you don't have the money. If you do have the money I would recommend it just to get a check up and some usual shots and all that. Use your best judgement. If you take him to the vet don't let them hassle you into getting a bunch of unnecessary things done though. Good luck!
2006-06-06 21:22:34 · answer #2 · answered by play_romantic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Am surprised the male cat is still living. Toms fight on a regular basis when not neutered. You are taking a huge chance of the cat bringing rabies to your family by not having it vaccinated. That alone is not responsible pet ownership. Sorry, I tell it like it is.
Some areas of the country currently have rabies in the wild animal population. When the winter is not cold enough, the rabies virus is not killed off. If you cannot afford to take proper care of the cat, donate it to the humane society and don't get any more pets.
2006-06-06 19:14:44 · answer #3 · answered by kriend 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats like any other pet needs medical attention whether it shows or not. Cats can pick up all sorts of disease and the should have their shots every year. If you can't afford to take your cat to the vet, contact your local humane society and ask for some help. Would you take your children to the doctor??? It's no different for a pet. They need care too.
2006-06-06 23:42:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is true and particularly with a cat that is allowed to roam free outdoors. Your cat is at risk for distemper, heartworm (yes, cats get heartworm), fleas, ticks, mites, feline leukemia, rabies, etc. etc. I suggest a visit asap.
2006-06-06 19:03:37 · answer #5 · answered by ilse72 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should still take your cat to the vet it don't matter what it looks on the outside something could be wrong on the inside...
2006-06-07 03:54:45 · answer #6 · answered by "Olivia Loves Raoul" 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are a real pet owner you would take your cat to the vet. Its like having kids, they look fine but are they really?
2006-06-06 19:10:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anaka 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All pets need regular vet care and checkups. He needs shots, wormings, and having him neutered will keep him close to home.
2006-06-06 19:03:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take your cat to the vet and get him vaccinated and neutered.
2006-06-06 19:19:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 38 and haven't been to a doctor for 22 years and am healthy as can be. Half my friends who see doctors are sick. Is it any better for cats?
2006-06-06 19:14:47 · answer #10 · answered by psychosolodiver 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋