Understanding the Pain: How Painful is Cat Vaccination?
Contrary to popular belief, if a cat yowls or struggles fiercely before or after receiving a shot, it's often due to a lack of comfort with being restrained by strangers, or perhaps because it's not accustomed to leaving the house and finds itself in a foreign environment, triggering feelings of fear and caution. This can lead to a heightened reaction when the vet comes into contact with it. In some extreme cases, such as with cats that have changed owners multiple times, the animal may even try to scratch at its own owners during the procedure.
It's important to note that when cats are poisoned or experiencing mild pain, they typically don't express their discomfort through loud yowls. Instead, they may show signs of depression and a decrease in appetite. It's only when they are in severe pain that they are likely to cry out.
Therefore, when administering vaccines or giving cats a small dosage of medication via injection, the pain is generally minimal and something the feline can tolerate quite well. Cat parents, take a deep breath and relax your concerns. Cats are not as fragile as one might think. Sometimes, they act like drama queens, merely seeking your attention and affection.
