Today he looks like he doesn't feel well. He is just laying around and not eating. Can this be a reaction from the shot?
2007-06-30 14:04:34 · 9 answers · asked by Izzy 5 in Pets ➔ Cats
Your cat's lethargy isn't a reaction to the rabies or the distemper shot. It's normal for them to run a low grade fever for about 24 hours after taking it. In cats, just as in people, a low grade fever makes them feel bad for a while. Don't worry, when the fever subsides, he'll be up and eating again. If he hasn't eaten anything in 2 days from the date he took the shot, which in your case would be tomorrow afternoon, call the vet for advice. I'm betting he's going to awake tomorrow as hungry as a bear. A little bit of spoiling won't hurt either.
2007-06-30 14:17:43 · answer #1 · answered by Laredo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The rabies vaccination is notorious for causing this type of reaction in a cat. The fact that it was combined with the distemper shot just makes it worse.
He will probably "pick up" tomorrow and feel much better. It won't hurt him to fast for 24 hours.
In the future do not give two vaccinations at one time. Even though it means another trip it is much better to space vaccines at least three weeks to a month apart. Also the distemper vaccine doesn't need to be given every year - if at all after the kitten series and maybe one booster.
2007-06-30 14:18:35 · answer #2 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, that's probably what it is. Some pets have close to no reaction, but some need a few days to get over it.
If he has not improved by tomorrow night, you may want to take him back to the vet the next morning, or call them at the very least. Just keep a close eye on him and make sure he is not getting worse.
2007-06-30 14:11:44 · answer #3 · answered by Mandy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes this is a reaction to the shot and actually quite normal. If it continues more than 24 hours call your vet.
2007-06-30 14:21:55 · answer #4 · answered by Vic 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, just like with babies they may not feel well after getting vaccines. This is quite normal. As long as he is better by tomorrow and is eating and drinking he should be fine. Next time he is due for boosters, try to split them about a week or two apart. If he's not better by tomorrow, he may be running a fever and need vet care.
2007-06-30 14:12:39 · answer #5 · answered by KimbeeJ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes - especially the Rabies shot. Just keep a watch on him and call your vet if he gets any worse. Chances are he will feel a lot better tomorrow.
2007-06-30 14:09:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since a vaccine triggers immune response your cat may be under the weather for up to 48 hours. If there is no improvement after 48 hours call your vet.
I am sure she will be back to herself in no time!
2007-06-30 14:26:27 · answer #7 · answered by grinninh 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is nothing...my kitten just had his rabies shot a week ago and the next day he slept all day which wasn't normal for him...but then the following day he was fine and back to normal.
2007-06-30 14:25:25 · answer #8 · answered by mrb1017 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It could be. I would call the vet and ask.
2007-06-30 14:22:54 · answer #9 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋