The owner of the cat should be aware of how rabies is transmitted, how it is dangerous for humans. This is necessary in order to take preventive measures and protect yourself and your pet.
Instructions
Step 1
The disease is also called forest rabies, because earlier it was forest dwellers: wolves and foxes that were carriers. It should be noted that the number of stray animals has reached high rates. Stray cats and dogs are potentially dangerous. If a domestic cat or cat walks on their own, then there is a risk of infection.
Step 2
The infection is contained in saliva. If a cat has been bitten by a sick animal, then it is now also infected. This happens most often during fights. Upon arrival home, the pet needs to be examined for damage. The traces of a fight will be immediately visible. The opinion that the infection is contained in milk is erroneous. You can only get infected through saliva that gets on the mucous membranes or into the blood when bitten.
Step 3
Even a domestic cat can catch the infection. This is the fault of the person himself, who is the carrier of the disease. At the entrance, on the street, in the basement, you can step on contaminated saliva and bring it home. Cats love to sniff, lick their owners' clothes and shoes. This is how the infection gets inside. Therefore, you should beware of dirty shoes, you need to wash them or wipe them thoroughly on the rug in the hallway.
Step 4
If the animal has suspicious symptoms: bloody discharge, diarrhea, vomiting, exhaustion, irritation, fearfulness, it is worthwhile to show it to the doctor immediately. During illness, paralysis of the pharynx can occur, so it will seem like the cat has choked on something. Just in case, it is better to protect yourself, put on gloves, catch the pet and go to the clinic. A bite from the animal must not be allowed.
Step 5
Precautions are necessary not only for the good of the pet, but also for the owner. A person can contract rabies from a cat. The infection also gets in through a bite or saliva on a wound. Signs of rabies in humans include: photophobia, hallucinations, incoherent speech, muscle spasms, aggression, obsessive thoughts, fear, paralysis, tears.
Step 6
The annual vaccination protects the pet from a terrible disease. The risk of infection is reduced to 1%. The procedure is inexpensive. The highest quality vaccine is considered imported. It is better to take care of your pet's health in advance so as not to get into trouble.
