Rabies shot for kitten – Will it stunt his growth?

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  • #855713
    Oscar
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    Hello Everyone,

    I’m travelling from Athens, Greece to London, UK next month and will be taking two of my cats with me.
    I’m concerned as one of my cats is only 3 and a half months old and would appreciate the following questions answered if at all possible?

    1. Is he too young?
    2. Will this stunt his growth?
    3. He never had his general shots when he was younger so this would be his first ever injection/shot and am wondering if the rabies shot will affect him negatively?
    4. My other cat is 18 months old and has also never had any injections/shots. Will she be okay to have the rabies shot?

    Thank you so much for your input and advice in advance I’m very grateful.
    Also if there are any fellow cat lovers looking to adopt a new cat or kitten please let me know as unfortunately I’m having Tremendous difficulty in trying to re-home my other three cats (2 cats & 1 kitten).

    No one in Greece seems to want them as house pets 🙁 and I’m leaving for good at the end of February so any one interested please get in touch.

    I’m based in Greece but if you would like an Aegean Cat please do let me know.

    Many thanks for all your help!!

    Oscar

    #855716
    Anonymous
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    Hi Oscar,

    He can get his first shots between 8-12 weeks. To the best of my knowledge, no cat has had stunted growth. Since you’re moving to another country, make sure your kits have all their needed shots. It’s a real pain if you get there and they have to be quarantined until they get the shots. The UK is pretty strict about this requirement.

    Kittens/Cats will probably be lethargic after their shots. That is purrfectly normal.

    Some cats are allergic to the rabies vaccine and may have a serious reaction to it, known as anaphylactic shock. Signs of shock include extreme lethargy, reduced appetite, collapse, trouble breathing, vomiting and seizures. These effects usually occur within an hour of the vaccination, according to the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. You must bring your kitty in for emergency veterinary care if you notice these symptoms, as an allergic reaction can sometimes be fatal.

    Keep an eye on them but they should do just fine.

    I hope you can find new homes for your kittens.

    PG

    #855771
    Oscar
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    Hi Pussigato,

    Thank you for your reply and the additional information.
    I appreciate it.

    I will keep an eye out for the negative side affects and hope this doesn’t happen.

    Very grateful for your input it’s helped me.

    Have a great Sunday!!!

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