What are the side effects of a rabies vaccine on a cat?
Cat Reaction to Rabies Vaccine Side effects are rare and typically include only slight fever, lethargy, decreased appetite, and/or a localized swelling at the vaccine site. In some excessively rare cases, a cat can have an allergic reaction to the vaccine, leading to hives, extreme weakness, and unexplained collapse.
Do cats get sick after a rabies shot?
Fortunately, reactions to vaccines are very uncommon in cats. In fact, side effects of rabies vaccines in cats are very rare. When they do happen, they include slight fever, lethargy, decreased appetite and a localized swelling at the vaccine site. These rabies vaccine side effects usually disappear within a few days.
Can the rabies vaccine make my cat sick?
Is paracetamol good for cats?
For humans it’s seen as a mild painkiller, and we use it for everything from pain to headaches, but for cats, paracetamol is extremely toxic. Cats cannot break down paracetamol and toxins are produced that seriously damage their liver and red blood cells.
How can I bring down my cats fever?
Treatment of Fever in Cats
- Intravenous (IV) or subcutaneous (SQ) Fluids: Fluid therapy is necessary if the cat is showing signs of dehydration.
- Fever Reducing Medications:
- Antibiotics:
- Corticosteroids:
- Surgery:
How can you tell if a cat has a fever?
Signs of a Fever in Cats
- Loss of appetite.
- Depression.
- Lack of energy or activity.
- Decreased drinking.
- Hiding.
- Decreased grooming.
- Shivering or rapid breathing.
Can rabies shot cause side effects?
Soreness, redness, swelling, or itching at the site of the injection, and headache, nausea, abdominal pain, muscle aches, or dizziness can happen after rabies vaccine. Hives, pain in the joints, or fever sometimes happen after booster doses.