do indoor cats need rabies shots

Indoor cats do need rabies shots. Rabies vaccination is often legally required for all cats over a certain age, including those that are strictly indoors, due to the severity and fatality of the disease and the risk it poses to humans and other animals. Even indoor cats could potentially be exposed to rabies through accidents such as escaping outside temporarily or contact with a rabid animal like a bat entering the home. Regular rabies vaccination helps protect the cat and their human family and ensures compliance with local laws. Many veterinarians recommend a three-year vaccination schedule for indoor cats to balance protection with convenience. Rabies vaccines are part of the core vaccines every cat should receive regardless of their indoor status.