I got my cat from Cats Protection and they do not vaccinate against cat lukeimia, or FelV. So when I got her I took her right away to the vet for the first FelV injection. Tonight I found a lump in between her shoulder blades where she was injected. The lump is floating, so it is not attached to the muscle or skin. I am taking her to the vet to have it checked, but I just wondered if it could be her injection.
Also she has a microchip, so could it be this aswell?
Any light on this prob will be greatly appreciated.
2007-03-21 12:54:11 · 5 answers · asked by crushed butterfly 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Any vaccination can cause a reaction--so it is possible that she does have a slight reaction to the vaccination--usually the animals are all okay--however in extreme cases there can be further complications but if the lump is all that you are noticing-chances are that she will be just fine
As far as microchips they are about the size of a piece of rice and generally can not be felt one the muscle has attached to it...
Hope this helps!
2007-03-21 13:00:52 · answer #1 · answered by Ayden's Mommy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it has been known that a lump at the injection site after a vaccination needle can leave a sub cutaneous bump or lump. BUT, It is always best to get these things checked out by a vet to be sure!
2007-03-21 20:14:27 · answer #2 · answered by just a helper 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe she just had a reaction around the area- cats-like people some get swollen around the area where the shot punctures through the skin-more than likely that is the situation-not to worry too much besides you will be taking her in to the vet soon -so the best thing is to ask him-he's the only one who will know the correct answer-
2007-03-21 20:14:42 · answer #3 · answered by ang925 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog always gets lumps right after he is vaccinated, but they go away shortly afterwards. It could very well be related to either one of the factors you mentioned, but as you said I would definitely talk to your vet.
2007-03-21 20:14:39 · answer #4 · answered by the_gurl_in_ur_liquid_dreams 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a reason that the rescue did not vaccinate. When it comes to cats and vaccines, less is better.
Read the University of Illinois web link
http://www.cvm.uiuc.edu/petcolumns/showarticle_pf.cfm?=287
Another good site to read is one from a cat owner
http://www.geocities.com/~kremersard/newhope.html
2007-03-21 20:03:00 · answer #5 · answered by A Great Dane Lady 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋