Cat And Dog Vaccinations
Vaccinations protect our fur babies from infections and often deadly diseases! Since vaccinations are so widespread, many of the diseases that once were common are now rarely seen. However, if fewer owners are vaccinating their pets, a resurgence may occur and alter an entire pet community.
- Rabies: Protects against the deadly and highly infectious viral disease contracted from wild animals. The disease attacks the brain and is always fatal. Vaccination against rabies is required by county and state law. Rabies can be transmitted to humans through the bite/scratch of an infected pet.
- FVRCP: (Feline viral rhinotracheitis calicivirus panleukopenia) protects against feline distemper which is a highly contagious, potential fatal gastrointestinal virus; and two different upper respiratory infections.
- FeLV: (Feline Leukemia Virus) protects against this common, highly transmissible virus. Feline leukemia is a form of cancer in cats which is usually fatal. The disease can lead to tumor growth nearly anywhere in the body as well as a variety of other symptoms. Infected cats are unable to resist other diseases and may die from associated infections. As it is transmitted via cat-to-cat contact, we recommend FeLV to cats who are frequently outdoors. Testing for the disease is recommended prior to initiating a vaccine program.
- Rabies: Protects against the deadly and highly infectious viral disease contracted from wild animals. The disease attacks the brain and is always fatal. Vaccination against rabies is required by county and state law. Rabies can be transmitted to humans through the bite/scratch of an infected pet.
- DAPP: (Distemper, adenovirus, parainfluenza, parvovirus) protects against distemper which is a highly contagious, potential fatal upper respiratory and neurological virus; adenovirus which can cause hepatitis; parainfluenza, a component of kennel cough; and parvovirus which is a highly contagious, potential fatal gastrointestinal virus which can cause bloody diarrhea.
- Leptospirosis: Protects against this bacterial disease carried by many wild animals, especially rodents. A dog can contract the disease from infected animals or by drinking contaminated water. Leptospirosis may lead to jaundice and kidney failure. We recommend this vaccine due to the fact that Lepto is a zoonotic disease – meaning it can be passed from animal to humans.
- Lyme: Protects against the infection caused by a bacteria from an infected tick. Symptoms include fever, lethargy, muscle stiffness, depression, and lack of appetite. In more severe cases, lameness occurs as a result of severe musculoskeletal or arthritic type joint pain.
- Bordetella: (Kennel cough) helps pets avoid this very contagious viral and/or bacterial respiratory infection transmitted by dogs through casual contact – usually at boarding kennels, grooming facilities, dog parks, or on walks when other dogs are allowed to greet/sniff each other. Kennel cough is often a mild disease that presents as a harsh “honking” cough, runny eyes or nose, wheezing, and decreased appetite. Boarding kennels and groomers typically require this vaccine.
- Canine Influenza: Suggested to help avoid this highly contagious viral infection which is transmitted through droplets or aerosols containing respiratory secretions from coughing, barking, and sneezing dogs. CI often resembles kennel cough and can be found in the same locations as kennel cough. Most cases are mild, but in more severe cases, it may lead to pneumonia and though it is not common, can be fatal.
FVRCP: Begins at 6-8 weeks and continue with more boosters every 3-4 weeks after the initial vaccine. Adults will receive this vaccine every 3 years after this initial series.
Rabies: Given once between 14-16 weeks, and then annually.
FeLV: Given at 8-9 weeks with a booster 3-4 weeks later, and then annually.
DAPP: Begins at 6-8 weeks and continue with 3 more boosters every 3-4 weeks after the initial vaccine. Adults will receive this vaccine every 3 years after the initial series.
Rabies: Given once between 14-16 weeks, then every 3 years.
Leptospirosis: Given after 12 weeks with a booster 2-4 weeks later, and then annually.
Lyme: Given once at 12 weeks, and then annually.
