i have one vaccine reactor in my crew, an additional shot takes all tahat
away, but then my vet does shots more to my liking so i don't mind spending
the extra bit for her to not have ill effects, Lee
"J J Levin" wrote in message
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"CatNipped" wrote in message
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On 12/18/2011 10:55 AM, J J Levin wrote:
Our two cats, Edgar and Agatha, got rabies and distemper shots
yesterday,
and in the evening became very sleepy and lethargic. They hardly ate,
they
did use their litterbox, but all they want is to lie down and sometimes
sleep. They didn't move all night.

This morning, it was the same. Just lying there, sleeping. They'll
raise
their head if disturbed, but then they go back to sleep.

Having raised three kids, we are aware that every time our human babies
were
inoculated against something, they were quiet and subdued for a day or
two,
hardly smiling, often crying more than usual.

This normal in cats too?

Thanks,

Jay

I'm late reading this but, as other have said it's normal for them to be
a bit groggy. However, if it continues for more than 24 hours, do call
your vet (Monday morning would be soon enough unless they're showing
other signs of feeling unwell).

Are they eating and drinking today?


--
Hugs,

CatNipped


The cats have now resumed their normal eating and drinking schedule. We
came back from work, they devoured a can of salmon, they drank, and they
are graciously allowing us once again to scratch their heads. The whole
episode lasted about 30 hours after they got their shots.

Crisis over, I guess until the next rabies shot next year.

Thanks to everyone for your kind advice and assistance.

Jay