Is rabies vaccine necessary for indoor kittens? Does it shorten life?

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Hi! My cat is 3 and half months old. It is living indoor, no chance of getting out, may i suppose to give him anti rabies vaccine? Somebody told me it reduces the lifespan of the kitten. Is it true? Is it ok not to give it? Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 20 days old | 4.85 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Hi there. I generally still recommend vaccinating indoor-only cats for rabies, since there's always the possibility that a bat or other animal could get into the house. Since rabies is a fatal disease that can also be spread to humans, it's best not to take any chances. Giving the rabies vaccine is safe, and will not reduce your kitten's lifespan.

Is rabies vaccine necessary for indoor kittens? Does it shorten life?

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