What are the side effects of kitten vaccinations?
Are There Any Side Effects I Should Watch For After Cat Vaccination?
- Fever.
- Severe lethargy.
- Loss of appetite.
- Vomiting.
- Diarrhea.
- Swelling and redness around the injection site.
- Lameness.
- Hives.
What to expect after kitten gets shots?
Most cats show no ill side effect from receiving a cat vaccine. If your cat does have a reaction, they are usually minor and short-lived. However, you should still be on the lookout for the following symptoms that might indicate negative side effects from a cat vaccine: Fever.
How do you tell if a kitten has a fever?
Signs That Your Cat May Have a Fever
- Lack of appetite.
- Weakness or lethargy.
- Shivering.
- Rapid heart rate.
- Decreased activity.
Can a sick kitten be vaccinated?
Vaccines should never be given to a kitten with a fever or illness as the vaccine will not be effective. Giving a vaccine to a sick kitten can actually make her feel worse. After a vaccine is administered, immunity is not immediate.
Why is my kitten acting weird after shots?
In mild cases, which constitute the majority of allergic reactions to vaccines, cats may develop hives, itchiness, redness and swelling of the eyes, lips, and neck, and mild fever. Severe allergic reactions may cause breathing difficulties, weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, pale gums, and collapse.
Are kittens tired after shots?
Your kitten may be a little sleepy after their vaccine and you may notice a small lump at the site of the injection. This should resolve in 24-48 hours. Although adverse reactions to the vaccine are very rare, should your kitten become unwell after their vaccine, please let us know.
Do kittens feel sick after vaccinations?
Mild reactions, including a slight fever, lethargy, decreased appetite, and localized swelling at the vaccination site may start within hours after vaccination and usually subside within a few days.