Question:
A short time back, I read one of your articles regarding an indoor cat who never leaves the apartment and needs no shots. Your advice in this regard is appreciated.I am a disabled senior citizen on Social Security. There are other disabled seniors who need a repeat of your advice as soon as possible. Personally, I cannot keep up with checkups and shots for my 13-year-old cat.
P.G., Southfield, MI Jul 18, 2004
Answer:
To put your mind at ease, and for those like you who are disabled and have limited financial means, don't feel guilty about not taking your cat in for annual booster vaccinations. They are not necessary for cats who are 100-percent indoors and who have been vaccinated earlier in life (except for rabies if local law mandates).Call around, beginning with your local humane society, to find a reputable veterinarian who does house calls and might give you a discount for coming by once a year to check your cat over, especially her teeth and general condition.
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