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Adverse reactions to vaccines occur in cats (as they can in most animals). Side effects from vaccinations vary with the type of vaccine used, and the age and breed of the cat vaccinated. It is important to know the type of reaction that can occur, particularly if you give your kittens their vaccinations yourself.
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Cats, like their human owners, can suffer from allergies. And like humans, felines can be allergic to a vast variety of substances. Learn how to determine what your kitty is allergic to, and how to make your allergic cat more comfortable.
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Anaphylactic shock is a type of deadly allergic reaction that can quickly result in death if it is not treated as an emergency situation. Learn what causes anaphylaxis and the symptoms to watch for.
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Anaphylaxis is an extreme medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. Anaphylactic shock is treated with injections of the drug called epinephrine, but it must be given within a matter of minutes once the symptoms of anaphylaxis begin.
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Anaphylaxis is a sudden onset, total body hypersensitivity reaction in response to exposure to an allergen. An anaphylactic reaction is an emergency as it can lead to the death of a cat.
Convenia is an injectable long-acting antibiotic for the treatment of skin infections in cats and dogs. Because it is only a single in injection, Convenia is often prescribed over a course of pills. However, this convenience comes with risks.
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If your cat has a bad reaction to a vaccine injection or medication, it is important that you report it to the relevant parties in order to try to minimize the problem happening to another animal.
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A Himalayan kitten amusingly named "G-nome" suddenly and inexplicably begins losing his hair in handfuls at just three month of age.
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Adverse reactions to vaccines have been recognized for years. Compared to the danger of not vaccinating, the risks associated with vaccinations are slight. However, if a cat has an allergic reaction to a vaccine there are precautions you should take when re-vaccinating.
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All cats need to be vaccinated, however the timing of their vaccinations is important. There are definitely times when vaccinations should be postponed or you risk the health of the cat.
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