My cat fought, head wound, can't jump. Is it rabies or serious injury?

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My cat was in a fight and he has a wound on his head and it was oozing for a few hours and I put antibacterial spray on and it scabbed but he is acting funny he can’t jump and I’m just worried its rabies, he is 8 and a half, great health until this, mixed breed, can’t afford a vet, no vaccines, outside cat, thanks. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 9 years and 9 months old | 16 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

These signs unfortunately require an immediate check up to rule out possible rabies infection and make sure the infection has not penetrated deeper in the muscle and bone layers (skull). The signs you described may be neurological. Further oral antibiotics may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My cat fought, head wound, can't jump. Is it rabies or serious injury?

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