Dog and Cat Vaccinations

Ensuring Your Pet's Long-Term Health: Why Preventative Care Matters

Annual vaccinations play a crucial role in protecting against common yet preventable diseases that could cause severe or life-threatening conditions. Puppies, in particular, require a series of vaccinations to establish robust immunity.

Regular health checks, vaccinations, and parasite control are the cornerstones of your pet’s long-term wellbeing. Vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to protect your furry friend from potentially life-threatening diseases, enabling them to live a happy, healthy life. Our trusted vets not only provide thorough health check-ups and vaccinations but also create personalised vaccination schedules tailored to your pet’s needs.

What Vaccination Appointments Includes

  • A comprehensive clinical examination
  • A dental health check
  • Tailored nutrition advice
  • Recommendations for parasite prevention

Our holistic approach ensures that your pet’s health is managed proactively, giving you peace of mind.

Dogs and Puppies: Building a Lifelong Shield

Dog vaccinations and schedule

Puppy Schedule:

  1. First vaccination: 6-8 weeks 
  2. Second vaccination: 10-12 weeks
  3. Third vaccination: 14-16 weeks 

Types of vaccinations for dogs:

  • C3 Vaccination: Protects against Parvovirus, Infectious Hepatitis, and Canine Distemper.
  • C5 Vaccination: Include protection against Parvovirus, Infectious Hepatitis and Canine Distemper, and offers additional protection against Kennel (Canine Cough) caused by Bordetella bronchiseptica and Parainfluenza virus.
  • Kennel (Canine) Cough: Bordetella bronchiseptica and Parainfluenza virus only

Understanding disease risk

Canine Distemper: A highly contagious virus that affects the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems.
Clinical signs: Lack of appetite, lethargy, discharge from eyes and nose.

Infectious Hepatitis: A viral disease impacting the liver and kidneys, spread through contact with infected saliva, faeces, or urine.
Clinical signs: Vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, fever, abdominal pain.

Parvovirus: A severe gastrointestinal virus that poses the highest risk to puppies. It spreads through contaminated faeces and soil.
Clinical signs: Vomiting, diarrhoea, appetite loss, lethargy, abdominal pain.

Canine Cough: Also known as kennel cough, this respiratory condition spreads easily in social settings like parks or boarding facilities.
Clinical signs: Persistent cough, fever, sneezing, nasal discharge, lethargy.

Cats and Kittens: Safeguarding Their Nine Lives

Cat vaccinations and schedule

Kitten Schedule:

  1. 6-8 weeks: First vaccination
  2. 10-12 weeks: Second vaccination
  3. 14-16 weeks: Third vaccination

Annual Vaccinations for Adult Cats:

An F3 vaccination is recommended every year to maintain protection against Feline Calicivirus, Rhinotracheitis, and Feline Parvovirus.

Understanding disease risk

Feline Calicivirus: Affects the upper respiratory tract and oral health, often seen in young cats or those in shelters.
Clinical signs: Sneezing, nasal discharge, conjunctivitis, lethargy, fever.

Rhinotracheitis: A viral infection that spreads through saliva, nasal discharge, or contaminated surfaces.
Clinical signs: Nasal congestion, eye and nasal discharge, conjunctivitis.

Feline Parvovirus (Panleukopenia): A highly contagious disease attacking rapidly dividing cells, such as those in the intestines and bone marrow.
Clinical signs: Vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fever, lethargy.

Why choose us?

  • Personalised Care: We understand that every pet is unique. Our bespoke vaccination schedules ensure the best protection for your furry friend.
  • Convenience: Our centrally located clinic offers flexible appointment times to suit your schedule.
  • Comprehensive Services: From health checks to nutrition advice, our holistic approach ensures your pet’s overall wellbeing.

Protecting your pet’s health starts with preventative care. Contact us today to schedule your pet’s vaccination appointment and give them the gift of good health!

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