The rabies issue is ludicrous unless your pet is an outdoor pet; and it should be your choice.
However, what about neutering/spaying? Not to control the population; but male un-neutered cat behavior is pretty destructive with their "marking" everything in sight.
As for spaying, I'm not sure if not spaying means that they will be difficult around the house?
When I lost my precious Wanda, a calico Manx kitty I had for 18 and 1/2 years, I thought I was going to die! I had what I think was a mild case of shingles over it. Then two years later, I lost my 15 year old mini dachshunds, Schatze and Schnitzel, within 11 days of each other. Unbelievable sorrow. I said “never again! I’ll never have another pet!”
Flash forward to the present and I now have a 14 year old rescue kitty, a three year old 20 lb mancoon rescue, and two 1 year old sisters that were abandoned in the neighborhood. I spend $600-$700 a month on high quality food for them.
Although I am a supporter of spaying and neutering cats- I do know that dogs will be much healthier if that is delayed for at least two years. I do NOT believe in the rabies vaxx or any of the others they’re coming up with (leukemia, Rsv, AIDS, etc.)
So sorry for the passing of Elsie! I grieved so hard after losing my 18 and a half year old Wanda back in December of 2020. I know the pain you’re experiencing. Hugs to you!
Peggy, Another path to satisfying laws about rabies vaccination is have the puppy shot and the one year and after that have titers done to assess antibody level. Titers can be done every three years and the vet will issue a letterhead result and explanation from the testing lab. This evidence of continuing protection is good for within the U.S., but not accepted by Customs.
Dear Peggy, I appreciate you writing about pet issues. I agree that it is getting so difficult to find a vet that will not try to force me to give my pet tons of vaccinations! Also, my dog is still intact and that works for me because she is a toy sized dog so I have my eye on her all the time. It works for us. I don't like all of the pressure from vets. Hopefully, more holistic vets will appear on the scene because they are tough to find. Peggy, you always bless me because I feel that I have a sister in you.....we stand up for truth....God is truth....we stand up for God!! Thank you VERY much for sharing the Bible verses that say animals go to Heaven!
Peggy, I am so sorry for your loss of your Elsie Kitty. Losing a pet hurts SO badly. I understand your pain. My little classic tabby cat, Cookie, died on March 3, 2024. I miss her more every day.
I am so sorry to hear about your little Cookies, Jennifer. You are not alone in your sorrow. There is a deep emptiness along with the pain of loss. I try to focus on all the love we have shared.
I spoke to someone that worked for a large pet store chain and she said that all vaccines last a LIFETIME! There really is no need to get any more vaccines! Contact your lawmakers and demand protection for your pets!
I am so sorry for your loss, Peggy. Losing a beloved pet is so hard!
Back when we lived in a state that required pet licenses and rabies vaccines, I simply never complied for any of my herd of cats. The pet licensing program with the mandatory rabies vax component is actually what got me researching all vaccines about 15 years ago and deciding that none of them were good for pets or humans.
I am so sorry for the loss of you cat. I so agree with you about shelters making sure animals are given shots before they can be adopted out. We lost our dog over a year ago and have not gotten another pet. I was always struggling with vets not to give a vaccine to my chronically Ill dog. So many arguments. One vet snuck in a rabies and a distemper when I was at the vet as the dog was sick. I yelled at the top of my lungs that the vet broke the law! I would love another pet, however the system is so bad. Plus in my town the vets are all corporate and outrageously expensive that has people driving an hour or more to get treatment elsewhere for 1/3rd the cost or more.
Ellen, this is so so horrible to hear what happened to your dog at the vet! The cost of vet care has skyrocketed (at least in SoCal) and it breaks my heart to know how people and pets are suffering.
Thank you, Laura. I'm amazed at her long life, and grateful for it. Although she had a rough start in life, after she became a part of our family, she knew only love and comfort.
The rabies issue is ludicrous unless your pet is an outdoor pet; and it should be your choice.
However, what about neutering/spaying? Not to control the population; but male un-neutered cat behavior is pretty destructive with their "marking" everything in sight.
As for spaying, I'm not sure if not spaying means that they will be difficult around the house?
When I lost my precious Wanda, a calico Manx kitty I had for 18 and 1/2 years, I thought I was going to die! I had what I think was a mild case of shingles over it. Then two years later, I lost my 15 year old mini dachshunds, Schatze and Schnitzel, within 11 days of each other. Unbelievable sorrow. I said “never again! I’ll never have another pet!”
Flash forward to the present and I now have a 14 year old rescue kitty, a three year old 20 lb mancoon rescue, and two 1 year old sisters that were abandoned in the neighborhood. I spend $600-$700 a month on high quality food for them.
Although I am a supporter of spaying and neutering cats- I do know that dogs will be much healthier if that is delayed for at least two years. I do NOT believe in the rabies vaxx or any of the others they’re coming up with (leukemia, Rsv, AIDS, etc.)
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One more thing: Microchipping is not mandatory, but it is done on all shelter pets so they can be re-united with their owners if found.
There are other ways to identify and reunite. Microchipping should be a choice.
So sorry for the passing of Elsie! I grieved so hard after losing my 18 and a half year old Wanda back in December of 2020. I know the pain you’re experiencing. Hugs to you!
Oh Cynthia, you are not alone in your sorrow! These losses are so painful. I appreciate your caring words.
Peggy, Another path to satisfying laws about rabies vaccination is have the puppy shot and the one year and after that have titers done to assess antibody level. Titers can be done every three years and the vet will issue a letterhead result and explanation from the testing lab. This evidence of continuing protection is good for within the U.S., but not accepted by Customs.
Dear Peggy, I appreciate you writing about pet issues. I agree that it is getting so difficult to find a vet that will not try to force me to give my pet tons of vaccinations! Also, my dog is still intact and that works for me because she is a toy sized dog so I have my eye on her all the time. It works for us. I don't like all of the pressure from vets. Hopefully, more holistic vets will appear on the scene because they are tough to find. Peggy, you always bless me because I feel that I have a sister in you.....we stand up for truth....God is truth....we stand up for God!! Thank you VERY much for sharing the Bible verses that say animals go to Heaven!
Peggy, I am so sorry for your loss of your Elsie Kitty. Losing a pet hurts SO badly. I understand your pain. My little classic tabby cat, Cookie, died on March 3, 2024. I miss her more every day.
I am so sorry to hear about your little Cookies, Jennifer. You are not alone in your sorrow. There is a deep emptiness along with the pain of loss. I try to focus on all the love we have shared.
Sorry for your fur baby loss.
I am so sorry for your loss of L.C. your beloved kitty. Sending prayers of comfort and love your way. 🙏❤️💕🐈
I spoke to someone that worked for a large pet store chain and she said that all vaccines last a LIFETIME! There really is no need to get any more vaccines! Contact your lawmakers and demand protection for your pets!
I am so sorry for your loss, Peggy. Losing a beloved pet is so hard!
Back when we lived in a state that required pet licenses and rabies vaccines, I simply never complied for any of my herd of cats. The pet licensing program with the mandatory rabies vax component is actually what got me researching all vaccines about 15 years ago and deciding that none of them were good for pets or humans.
Sincere condolences on the passing of your dear cat.
And thank you so much for posting this information.
Thank you for your caring words, and I'm so glad this info is helpful.
I am so sorry for the loss of you cat. I so agree with you about shelters making sure animals are given shots before they can be adopted out. We lost our dog over a year ago and have not gotten another pet. I was always struggling with vets not to give a vaccine to my chronically Ill dog. So many arguments. One vet snuck in a rabies and a distemper when I was at the vet as the dog was sick. I yelled at the top of my lungs that the vet broke the law! I would love another pet, however the system is so bad. Plus in my town the vets are all corporate and outrageously expensive that has people driving an hour or more to get treatment elsewhere for 1/3rd the cost or more.
Ellen, this is so so horrible to hear what happened to your dog at the vet! The cost of vet care has skyrocketed (at least in SoCal) and it breaks my heart to know how people and pets are suffering.
Peggy - I’m so very sorry for the loss of your sweet Elsie. What a gift to have her for 19 years. 🥰
Thank you for noting the scriptures that assure us we will be reunited with them in heaven. God bless you. 😘❤️
Thank you, Laura. I'm amazed at her long life, and grateful for it. Although she had a rough start in life, after she became a part of our family, she knew only love and comfort.
So very sorry for your loss of sweet Elsie.