You know, I have no idea if Raiden gets live vaccines or not! There is a lot of controversy on whether to vaccinate cats. Raiden gets three -- rabies, distemper and FeLV. My other kitty gets the same! Rabies may be required in your jurisdiction -- as it is here where I live.
Many people with indoor only cats feel vaccinations are not necessary. However, cats have been known to escape to the outdoor world and run into infected cats. Do you want to be safe rather than sorry? Almost all vets recommend vaccinating -- naturally, it is very profitable to them. If you have a vet that says one or more are not needed, you've found a vet with good core values, however ... there are very few instances where a cat should not be vaccinated. Senior cats with other ailments (such as kidney failure or cancer) should not be vaccinated. Their immune systems are already compromised.
Should you decide to walk your kitty outside a harness and leash, the vaccinations are necessary as saliva is a carrier for FeLV and can be left on shrubs and carried to your kitty. With a vaccine, it is preventable. It is such a horrible disease and always fatal. I lost a stray cat to the disease and since have always vaccinated my cats against it.
I would suggest you continue doing research and make your decision. You've got a kitten and I know you want to have many, many years with your baby. But, the end decision is with you. The cons you will find will be sarcoma at the injection area. I've never encountered that with any of the cats in my lifetime. But every cat is different and every cat reacts differently. Have a serious conversation with your vet with your concerns. In the end, you need to do what is best for your kitty.
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