2006-12-13 03:09:27 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Yes!!! Vaccinations every year are a must, even if you have an indoor cat. The two most important are probably rabies and upper respiratory (FVRCP). Other vaccinations that are good to get are Feline Leukemia and FIP.
You may think your indoor cat is not exposed to very much, and that may be true. However, it is always possible that your cat could escape and be exposed to several viruses that are all easily vaccinated against, not to mention that the rabies vaccination is required in most states. Keeping their vaccinations up to date not only protects your cat, but other cats that yours may come in contact with. Most vaccinations are relatively inexpensive and can be given all at once or seperately.
I have kept my cat up to date on all his vaccinations and am very glad becuase of it. We had an incident with a rabid bat in our house and because my cat was current on his rabies vaccinations, I did not have to put him to sleep!!!
2006-12-13 04:15:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people will tell you that if your cat does NOT go outside at all, that they don't need to be vaccinated every year. This is WRONG!!!
When you have people over to visit, they might be carrying a germ that is harmful to your cat. They might have cats/pets of their own that go outside on a regular basis, and they might unwittingly be carrying something from their cat to your home.
Not only do they need to be vaccinated every year, this is a good time for your vet to make sure that there is nothing else wrong as well.
2006-12-13 11:14:55 · answer #2 · answered by Jacqueline B 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Before vaccinating again read these articles, Vaccinations can also be very bad for both dogs and cats.
2006-12-13 11:12:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you should get your cat vaccinated every year, if they are outdoor cats. Many cats carry feline leukemia, and if they are outdoors, and exposed to cats in the wild, they can catch it. They are also at risk for rabies, parvo, and, in the desert southwest, valley fever. If they are indoor cats, and you do not have dogs (so as to worry about bringing in fleas and ticks) you don't have to worry as much, but you still might want to have them vaccinated. I have my cats taken care of every year. Ask your vet for more information.
2006-12-13 11:15:37 · answer #4 · answered by Beth B 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes especially if they go outside.
I get titers for my cats that I believe should be covered by their previous vaccines. I have seen many immune issues regarding vaccines and know that to vaccinate is not always what to do.
2006-12-13 11:13:57 · answer #5 · answered by petprincess@sbcglobal.net 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your vet should be able to answer your questions about vaccinations. They should have rabies and distemper shots, but I'm not sure if those are annual shots. Also, you may want to get your kitty vaccinated for feline leukemia. My kitty just died from that and I never knew that there was even a vaccine for it. Check with your vet.
2006-12-13 11:44:50 · answer #6 · answered by Hallon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vaccination is important, but personally I think it is a personal choice as a pet owner.
2006-12-13 11:19:24 · answer #7 · answered by dreamkillerkitten 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
assuming you mean rabies, my 2 house cats are vaccinated every year just in case. if your cats go out, regardless of the laws of your state, they should be done every year. if nothing else it gives you peace of mind. especcially if you've got kids.
2006-12-13 11:29:30 · answer #8 · answered by Isis Is: HOPEFULL HOUNDS RESCUE 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some shots like Rabbies are every year..some are one time but you should always get your cats shots every year especially if they are indoor cats.
2006-12-13 11:14:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes.
2006-12-13 12:00:59 · answer #10 · answered by Meeto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋