In the country where I used to live the cats never received vaccines. I know plenty of people (including myself) that had about 5-6 cats around their house. They used to go outside all the time. They all died of old age. There was never ever a cat contacting some disease. I think this is just a marketing strategy to sell their vaccines and make money of people.
These cases are very rare.
But then again, there are not so expensive, so why not be on the safe side?
2007-02-02 05:33:19
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answered by husky88 2
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Yes, it is very important, even in indoor cats. If there is any chance of the cat ever making it outside (which pretty much means if you ever open the door to your house), then there is a chance it will catch something. Also, if you have a screen door, and other cats sit near it on the outside, your cat could catch something from that cat. Some diseases, like rabies, can be brought in by mice or other animals that might come into your home. Protect your cat!
2007-02-02 04:46:32
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answered by erinn83bis 4
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Repeated annual vaccinations can actually be harmful for your cats. That's the opinion of homeopathic and holistic veterinarians. I have not vaccinated any of my cats for the last seven years - they are all in their "teens".
They have no research to show that vaccinations need to be given on an annual basis because no one knows how long they are effective and many veterinarians now discuss the issue with owners and take the cat's "lifestyle" into consideration when deciding which vaccines to give.
You can go to www.littlebigcat.com and read Dr. Jean Hovfe's article titled "Vaccinations". That's near the end of about fifty articles on cat health, diseases, nutrition, etc.
2007-02-02 05:35:20
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answered by old cat lady 7
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Well the big reason to have vaccines for indoor cats is two fold: one, indoor cats sometimes get out by accident, and evenmore so, if someone you dont know particularly well comes to your house and claims to be nipped or bitten by your cat, and you dont have a rabies certificiate, then they could by law force your cat to be killed and tested for rabies. This is the truth. So it is worth it to have vaccines, but the 3 year vaccines ( cheaper) can cause problems at the injection site... do your research and talk to your vet.
2007-02-02 04:40:19
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answered by GRISCHAT 3
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VERY IMPORTANT!! I mistakenly thought that since my cat was always indoors that he didn't need vaccinated. He was very healthy until he reached 11...he started having respiratory problems and infections. I was told then that had I gotten him vaccinated, that it fights these types of respiratory problems also. You must get it vaccinated as a kitten though for it to have an effect.
2007-02-02 04:44:13
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answered by indigohio 2
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Maybe not the feline leukemia vaccine but as for the rabies and bordetella vaccine yes... keep in mind that if you have a screen door and your cat is near that and a stray cat comes up that has feline leukemia or rabies and they spit on your cat... more than likely he will get infected. And if you are ever wanting to board your animal at boarding facility he will need to be current on all of his vaccines!
2007-02-02 04:37:46
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answered by csmutz2001 4
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All cats should be vaccinated...Like kids need to be, it's an insurance that they will not get really sick later on down the line!
I am glad to hear u have an indoor kitty..I won't let mine outside at all..There is a cat version of HIV which is highly contagious..A scratch or a bite from an infected cat and transmit it to another one!
2007-02-02 04:36:51
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answered by Peanut 2
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Yes because even though your cat may be an indoor cat it still can come in contact with different things that can and will make it sick. Flees and ticks can get into your house to get on your cat. When you walk on the ground different bacterias are carried into your house from you shoes and clothing that can give you cat various dieases. It also will help your cat live a longer healthier life.
2007-02-02 06:16:42
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answered by Pisces Princess 6
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I work as a veteranarian technician and I know how important it is. If your cats are outside inside cats, they are exposed to other cats that are possibly not vaccinated and can catch diseases from strays. Please vaccinate your cats. Best to keep them indoors or in a fenced yard . Don't expose them to strays. If they get into a cat fight with a stray and catch feline aids there is no cure and eventually will die. If cats have bad teeth and infections from their teeth, it can lead to heart disease also. Cats are special creatures, just as important as your dog.
2007-02-02 04:38:54
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answered by katie d 6
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My feeling is that all cats should be current on their shots, because even the indoor ones can get out sometimes. Cat diseases are often fatal despite medical care, and the animal will suffer if it becomes ill.
Best wishes to you and your felines!
2007-02-02 04:44:29
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answered by mom of 2 6
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