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Annual and semi-annual exams are the most important preventive measure you can take for the health of your pet. Pets age must faster than people do and can experience age-related health problems before you might expect. Because dogs and cats age so much faster, they can have major health changes in a short amount of time. General wellness exams can help us diagnose and treat problems before they become life-threatening. Our veterinarian can tailor a health and immunization program based on many factors including local conditions, exposure level and life-style of your pet.
Canine Vaccine Descriptions:
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DHPP- Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvo, *Highly contagious and easily passed between dogs.
LEPTOSPIROSIS- Leptospirosis is a bacterium ocurring worlwide and can affect humans as well as many wild and domestic animals, including dogs and cats. This disease can be serious for both people and animals with transmission through infected urine, soil, or water.
BORDETELLA- A vaccination that helps prevent "Kennel Cough."
*Required for dogs that go to a boarding facility or groomers.
*Recommended for dogs that go to dog parks or have a lot of interaction with other dogs.
RABIES- First vaccination is given at 3 months of age, effective for 1 year.
Booster is given every 3 years thereafter.
*Virus that attacks the brain and central nervous system.
*Transmitted to humans through bite of an infected animal.
PUPPY HEALTH RECOMMENDATIONS
Age: Recommendation:
Prior to 8 weeks Contact our office
8-10 weeks Physical Exam
DHPP Vaccination #1
Bordetella Vaccination #1
Initial deworming
12-14 weeks Physical Exam
DHPP Vaccination #2
Bordetella Vaccination #2
Rabies Vaccination
Second deworming
16-20 weeks Physical Exam
DHPP Vaccination #3
Fecal Exam
Wellness Testing
*The leptospirosis vaccine may be recommended for your dog depending on his/her exposure. Learn more here.
Feline Vaccine Descriptions:
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FVRCP- Feline Viral Rhinotrachetitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia. *Highly contagious and easily passed between cats.
FELV- Feline Leukemia Virus
*Contracted through saliva, urine, feces, and is transplacental.
*Outdoor cats are a higher risk.
FIV- Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
*Contracted through bite wounds, sexual transmission, transplacental and transmammary.
*Outdoor cats are at higher risk
*Vaccine is available, but not recommended at this time.
RABIES- First vaccination is given at 4 months of age, effective for 1 year.
*Virus that attacks the bain and central nervous system.
*Transmitted to humans through bite of an infected animal.
KITTEN HEALTH RECOMMENDATIONS
Age: Recommendation:
Prior to 8 weeks Contact our office
8-10 weeks Physical Exam
FVRCP Vaccination #1
Felv/Fiv Test
Initial deworming
12-14 weeks FVRCP Vaccination #2
FELV Vaccination #1
Rabies Vaccination
16-20 weeks FVRCP Vaccination #3
FELV Vaccination #2
Fecal examination
Wellness Testing
*We recommend that outdoor cats get the FELV vaccinations. Indoor cats do not need the FELV vaccination.
Vaccine FAQ and General Information from VIN
*Microchipping is a highly recommended procedure that will enable permanent identification of your dog or cat. In the event that your pet is lost and brought to a hospital or shelter. the chip can be scanned and the stored identification number will provide the information needed to re-unite your dog or cat with you again.
*It is recommended that at least once yearly a stool sample be checked for parasites. This is for the health of your pet as well as your family! Did you know that 73% of pediatricians see cases of pet-to-human zoonotic parasitic disease every year? De-worming at least once yearly is beneficial in the event of a false-negative fecal exam.
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