When we talk about rabies, we tend to think of wild dogs or other wild animals, but few people think of domestic kittens who can also carry this deadly virus. This is a worrying fact, as the innocence and closeness of kittens to humans can make them unintentionally spreaders of this terrible virus.
How do kittens carry the rabies virus?In fact, like adult cats, kittens usually contract rabies through contact with infected animals. This may be because they are in a fight with wild animals carrying the virus, or they are infected through the exchange of bodily fluids such as saliva and blood. It is important to note that even domesticated kittens can contract rabies if they have the opportunity to come into contact with wild animals from the outside world.
However, kittens carrying the rabies virus does not mean that they will show symptoms immediately. In fact, the incubation period for rabies can be very long, sometimes as long as months. During this time, the kitten may behave completely normally without any signs of illness. This increases the risk of people contracting the virus from being bitten by an asymptomatic infected person.
So, how do you prevent kittens from carrying the rabies virus?First and foremost, we should make sure that the kittens are always vaccinated against rabies as they grow. This not only protects themselves from rabies, but also reduces their risk of spreading the virus to humans or other animals. In addition, it is also very important to limit the kitten's contact with wild animals. This means that we need to keep an eye on their movements at all times to ensure that they do not leave our line of sight and come into contact with possible sources of infection.
Overall, the presence of rabies virus in kittens is a matter of great concern to us. By vaccinating and limiting contact with wild animals, we can effectively reduce the risk of kittens contracting and transmitting rabies. At the same time, we should also be vigilant to avoid being bitten by asymptomatic infected people.