People usually get rabies from the bite of a rabid animal. It is also possible, but rare, for people to get rabies from non-bite exposures, which can include scratches, abrasions, or open wounds that are exposed to saliva or other potentially infectious material from a rabid animal.
Next Steps
if the animal can be captured, Keep it under observation for 10 days for the signs of Aggressiveness.
If the scratch seems to be deep, Or The cat can be observed and acts strange, Get a Post exposure Prophylaxis.
Health Tips
Monitor the scratch carefully over the next few says for symptoms of infection, such as:
increased swelling
pus or drainage
red or discolored streaks emitting from the original scratch
flu-like symptoms, including fever, headache, and chills
If something appears, Consult.