Why do indoor pets need rabies vaccinations?
A. In the state of Indiana, the animal most likely to carry rabies is the bat. Between 5 and 10 bats are diagnosed with rabies every year in this state. As bats sometimes like to live in houses, cats can very easily find these bats, particularly if the bat is ill from rabies. An unvaccinated animal in this situation can catch the disease and pass it on to unsuspecting family members. Treatment for rabies can cost thousands of dollars per person, and is fatal if not treated in time.
