2006-09-02 13:15:45 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
I live in a place where shots for cats are not required, and she is 100% an inside cat, like yours. She hasn't had shots for the last two years. The last time she had a regular series of shots, she got sick, so we just decided not to give her shots anymore. If your cat has contact with other cats, then shots are needed, otherwise, it's ok to skip them. The second your cat goes outside, however, you're going to need to get her at least the basic shots.
2006-09-02 13:24:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shots do not protect a cat from "bacteria". My cats have not had any shots for the last five years.
They should not be necessary for an indoor cat. I would assume that she had her "kitten" shots a year ago or so. That's important.
Many local municipalities require a rabies shot, and you still have the option to refuse that at your vet's.
Go to: www.littlebigcat.com and read Dr. Jean Hovfe's article titled "Vaccinations". The articles are in alphabetical order and that is of course at the bottom of the list.
2006-09-02 21:53:36 · answer #2 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like everyone else is saying, I would get them in case your cat slips outside. I've had all my cats slip outside before they were ready to be out. My youngest is an indoor cat now, and the first time she slipped out, she got an EXTREMELY bad cold.
If you've got other cats as well, especially ones that go outdoors, you should really get the shots for your cat.
I'd do it to be safe. Better safe than sorry.
2006-09-02 20:23:34 · answer #3 · answered by Little Girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, unless you have vacuum sealed your entire house so that there is no airflow between the outside world and the inside of your house, then air-borne diseases can still get into your house. While it is not imperative that you get the shots, it is still a nice thing to do for your cat in order to allow it to live a full, healthy life.
2006-09-02 20:22:36 · answer #4 · answered by supremelorderik 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. She will still be vulnerable to diseases, which travel on the air both inside and outside houses, without her shots. And cats have a way of getting out eventually even if not allowed out. Rabies shots are an absolute must - it's the law, and a basic point of citizenship, to immunize pets against this dreadful disease.
2006-09-02 20:19:35 · answer #5 · answered by silver.graph 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You might want to get a few just in case the cat does ever get outside by accident (such as feline leukemia and rabies). Other than that, there's really no need to worry about the whole spectrum of shots.
2006-09-02 20:19:26 · answer #6 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't. They lived without them for a long time, why do they need them now? The last one lived till he was 16. Just take them to the vet when they are ill and it will be ok. If you ever decide to bring another animal into the house, then be sure to test and innoculate that one first to keep kitty safe.
2006-09-02 20:17:57 · answer #7 · answered by Strange question... 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your cat may not be allowed outside, but accidents happen. Always keep your pet's shots up to date - both for her protection and your own (as well as family members and friends who may visit).
2006-09-02 20:23:38 · answer #8 · answered by braingamer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be a responsible pet owner and get the vacines! You could track germs in on your shoes without knowing it from a sick cat that relieved itself in the wet grass etc. FIV is a real serious problem in strays.Once exposed, it is too late. It is very contagious.Please reconsider protecting your cat.It could save her life.
2006-09-06 05:22:57 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should get the basic ones as a precaution, since you never know whether your cat will escape outside.
2006-09-06 16:58:31 · answer #10 · answered by Sydney 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋