My Cat Never Goes Outside… Does It Really Need a Rabies Vaccine?

Just because your cat never goes outside doesn't mean the conversation about rabies vaccination is simple.

In this episode of Cat Talk Radio, Molly DeVoss takes an evidence-based look at one of the most misunderstood topics in feline medicine. Why are indoor-only cats still vaccinated? How could they realistically be exposed to rabies? What do we know—and not know—about vaccine reactions, injection-site sarcomas, and post-vaccination behavior? Are non-adjuvanted vaccines different? What about rabies titers?

This isn't an episode telling you what decision to make. Instead, it's designed to help you understand the science, the public health considerations, and the questions every cat owner should ask their veterinarian before the next rabies vaccine appointment.

You'll learn:

• Why rabies is treated differently than other feline diseases.
• The realistic ways an indoor cat could be exposed.
• The true risk of injection-site sarcomas.
• Why some cats seem "grumpy" after vaccination.
• What rabies titers can—and can't—tell you.
• The best questions to discuss with your veterinarian.

Knowledge leads to better conversations—and better care for your cat.