Pet Vaccines

Dogs

Rabies Vaccination
This vaccine is first given when a dog is at least 12 weeks old or as recommended by your veterinarian. It is repeated a year later and then usually given every third year to adult dogs. A rabies vaccination is required by state law, as rabies is nearly 100% fatal in humans
DHLPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus)
This vaccine is typically given to puppies 6 weeks of age and older and is repeated monthly until they are 16 weeks old. All puppies and most dogs should receive this vaccination. It protects them against several preventable, contagious, and potentially deadly diseases that may cause a variety of symptoms, some of which can affect humans. It is sometimes referred to as the “Distemper vaccination”. This vaccine is repeated monthly until the puppy is at least 16 weeks old, and then yearly.

Lyme Vaccination
Lyme disease is spread by deer ticks. The Lyme vaccination helps protect dogs against Lyme disease. It is recommended for dogs at high risk of being exposed to Lyme disease. The Lyme vaccine protects about 3 out of 4 dogs that are vaccinated but does not protect them from anaplasmosis or ehrlichiosis which is also carried by the deer tick. The vaccine is given at 9 weeks of age, repeated a month later, and then given yearly. It should be used along with tick control to provide the best protection against Lyme disease.
Bordetella (Kennel Cough) Vaccination
This vaccine protects against a contagious cough dogs can get when housed closely with other dogs. It should be given to dogs that frequent boarding kennels, groomers, doggie daycare, dog shows, dog parks, etc. It can be given to puppies 8 weeks of age and older. This vaccine needs to be repeated a month later and then repeated yearly.

FVRCP (Feline CaliciVirus, Rhinotracheitis, Panleukopenia)
This vaccine is typically given to kittens starting when they are 6-8 weeks of age. It is repeated monthly until they are at least 16 weeks old and then boostered one year later. It protects them against 3 different viruses that can cause a variety of problems including upper respiratory infections, blood disorders, and neurological problems. It is often referred to as the “Distemper” vaccination. These viruses can travel through the air and on clothes, so even indoor cats should receive this vaccination.
Rabies Vaccination
This vaccine is first given when a kitten is at least 12 weeks old or as advised by your veterinarian. It is repeated annually in adult cats.

Feline Leukemia (FeLV) Vaccination
Feline Leukemia can be a life-threatening disease. All kittens should be tested for feline leukemia. They should also be vaccinated for feline leukemia if they will be allowed outside unattended, or if they will be spending time with a cat known to have feline leukemia. Kittens can receive their first FeLV vaccination at 9 weeks of age. It is repeated a month later and then yearly.

While the minimum age for these vaccines is listed, your veterinarian will customize a plan based on your kitten’s weight and unique needs.

To schedule your pet's exam and vaccines, call us at (608) 788-3425 or request an exam appointment online.