What should I do if I get bit by a stray cat?
If you have been bitten by a stray cat, you should go to the doctor immediately. You will need to be vaccinated against rabies, and if you want for symptoms to show before you seek medical attention, you will have left it too late. This is a disease that requires treatment BEFORE the symptoms appear. How To Guide: Who should I hire?
What to know if your child gets bit by a cat?
What to Know About Cat Bites. Other things to know if your child gets bitten by a cat include that: If your child is bitten by a friend’s or neighbor’s cat, be sure to check and make sure the cat had its rabies shots. A child with a cat bite may need a tetanus shot.
How long can a cat be confined after a bite?
The law around here is cats should be confined for 10 days after a bite. Confinement can be in the owner’s home, at a humane society, at a vet clinic, etc. I can’t confine the cat in my home because I already have two cats – one with a chronic illness. And, the stray cat hasn’t been checked for diseases like feline leukemia.
When do you get a rabies shot after a cat bite?
After the first dose of vaccine, it is repeated 3, 7, and 14 days later. Your local animal control agent, health department, and pediatrician can help determine if your child needs rabies shots after getting bitten by a stray cat.
Why are cat bites not something to take lightly?
Regardless of how a cat bite happens, it is not something to take lightly. Why cat bites can be dangerous Cat bites only account for 10-15% of animal bites reported by emergency rooms, but they pose a much greater risk of infection. Cat bites create narrow, deep puncture wounds.
When to seek medical attention for a cat bite?
While some cat bites may heal without causing infection, it is recommended that you seek medical attention for all cat bites. A serious infection can develop 24-48 hours after being bitten.
Who was the first cat to Bite Me?
Photography courtesy Andee Bingham. The first cat to bite me was Miles, an enormous black beauty who had been caged for health issues. While cleaning his cage, he was rubbing against my hands and headbutting my elbows. He was new to my area of the shelter, and I was excited to have some good bonding time with him.
What happens if you get a bite from a cat?
Unlike other animal bites, which can tear flesh and even break bones, these deeper wounds are much harder to clean. Additionally, cats’ mouths carry a large number of bacteria which can cause serious infections in bite wounds. One of the more common is a highly pathogenic bacterium, Pasteurella multocida.
