Do pet cats need vaccinations for scratches?

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

Do pet cats need vaccinations for scratches?

If the pet cat’s scratch is not serious or bleeding, and the cat has been vaccinated against rabies on time, then there is no need for vaccination. If there is a lot of bleeding and the cat has not been vaccinated against rabies, it is best to go to a pet hospital for vaccination. However, no matter whether the wound is serious or not, it needs to be cleaned and disinfected immediately to avoid bacterial infection. If the wound is serious, it is best to go to the hospital for treatment.