For pet dog owners, they generally do not neglect vaccinating their dogs, nor would they question if it’s okay for dogs not to be vaccinated. However, for cat owners, quite a number believe that vaccinating cats is unnecessary, and because cats are less cooperative, many owners simply give up on vaccinating their cats. So, is it okay for cats not to be vaccinated? Let's take a look at the related information below.

If cats can completely avoid contact with people outside and other animals, then not vaccinating them is acceptable. But as we all know, cats are not sedentary animals; they often go out to play, and they have excellent climbing skills that most owners can’t control. Therefore, for the health of cats, we generally need to vaccinate them, especially those with weaker constitutions, as they must be vaccinated.

Since vaccinating cats is a necessary matter, what exactly are the benefits? First, it prevents infection from maternal pathogens and reduces the chance of cats contracting feline panleukopenia virus; second, it lowers the incidence of viral diseases. For cats, once infected with viruses such as herpesvirus or parvovirus, mild symptoms include loss of appetite and lethargy, while severe cases can threaten the cat’s life. Therefore, vaccinating cats is essential.

In addition, another benefit of vaccinating cats worth mentioning is the extension of their lifespan. Compared with unvaccinated cats, vaccinated cats generally have better physical health and slower physiological aging, so their lifespan tends to be longer.

In summary, cats can go unvaccinated, but as cat owners, we must realize the importance of vaccinating them. No matter how healthy a cat looks, we cannot guarantee it will never be infected by bacteria or viruses, so it is best to vaccinate cats in a timely manner.