cat sick after shots

Yes, it is normal. The vaccine demands a huge response from the immune system, and this can take a lot out of a cat. It's pretty common to see this in kittens and I usually warn owners about this; adult cats seem to take it more in stride (not that adults need shots other than rabies!).

He should be feeling more himself by tomorrow. I wouldn't worry for another day unless he develops worse symptoms (very unlikely).

I recommend getting only one vaccine at a time, with each vaccine 3-4 weeks apart, to minimize this reaction, and allow the immune system to completely process one vaccine (which takes 10-21 days) before it's hit with another one.

Cheers,
Dr. Jean

 

Thanks so much. He feels much better now

 

Wow - I never knew that this sort of reaction was so common. My little bub was down for about two days after receiving a few vaccinations.

 

Cats and kittens can feel pretty crummy after vaccinations, but it shouldn't last more than a couple of days, at the most. What you've described seems fairly common.

 

Oops, I should've read this before I posted my situation with my kitty, Lola. It sounds like what is happening. It's strange how Molly seems perfectly normal though, and Lola doesn't seem to be feeling well. I guess all cats react differently.