Vaccination Strategies Dogs

Pediatric

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Adult

Senior/Geriatric

DHPP
(Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
Every 3-4 weeks between 6-20 weeks.
Rabies
12-20 weeks of age
*Leptospirosis
12 weeks of age, then 3-4 weeks later
*Bordetella
Orally as early as 6 weeks of age
*Rattlesnake
16 weeks of age then 3-4 weeks later

 DHPP
(Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
1 year after the last initial dose then
every 3 years
Rabies
1 year after the last initial dose
every 3 years
*Leptospirosis
Annually
*Bordetella
6 months after first then Annually
*Rattlesnake
Annually in Spring

DHPP
(Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
Every 3 years
Rabies
Every 3 years
*Leptospirosis
Annually
*Bordetella
Annually
*Rattlesnake
Annually in Spring

*Non Core vaccines.  Administered based on the risk and lifestyle of the individual patient.

Common Canine Diseases

Rabies
A fatal viral disease that can infect all warm-blooded animals, including the cat. Rabies is a zoonotic disease, meaning that you can be exposed if an infected animal bites you.

Canine parvovirus
Produces a potentially fatal disease of the gastrointestinal tract and, less commonly, heart muscles. The most common signs include bloody diarrhea, fever and dehydration.
Canine distemper  A highly contagious and potentially fatal viral disease in dogs. Clinical signs include fever, runny nose, cough and vomiting, and may progress to twitching muscles and seizures.

Hepatitis (CAV-1)
A virus that can damage the liver, kidneys, spleen and lungs in dogs. Puppies are more likely to die from infection than adult dogs. Clinical signs may include fever, diarrhea and respiratory disease.

Canine Influenza Canine influenza
(CI, or dog flu) is caused by the canine influenza virus (CIV), an influenza A virus. It is highly contagious and easily spread from infected dogs to other dogs by direct contact, nasal secretions (through barking, coughing or sneezing), contaminated objects (kennel surfaces, food and water bowls, collars and leashes), and by people moving between infected and uninfected dogs. The symptoms of a CIV infection resemble those of canine infectious tracheobronchitis ("kennel cough").   Dogs infected with CIV develop a persistent cough and may develop a thick nasal discharge and fever (often 104-105F). Other signs can include lethargy, eye discharge and reduced appetite.

Canine parainfluenza virus
Causes chronic respiratory disease. In combination with other viral or bacterial infections, the disease is more serious. The virus is spread through the cough of infected dogs.

Bordetella bronchiseptica
The most common bacteria contributing to respiratory disease complex, or "kennel cough," in dogs. Infected dogs often have a dry, hacking cough and may also have a runny nose and eyes. When the dog also has a viral infection, the disease is much more severe.

Leptospirosis
Caused by bacteria that can permanently damage your pet’s liver, kidneys and other major organs. Other dogs and even humans can become ill after contact with an infected dog’s urine.

Lyme disease  
Acquired by both dogs and people from infected ticks. It is the most commonly-reported tick-borne disease in the country. Lyme disease bacteria (Borrelia burgdorferi) can seriously damage joints, kidneys and other tissues.

Rattlesnake Vaccine
Appropriate for use in healthy dogs that live, play or work in or near rattlesnake habitat. Vaccinated dogs typically develop protection which is comparable to 2-3 vials of antivenin.

Common Feline Diseases

Rabies
A fatal viral disease that can infect all warm-blooded animals, including the cat. Rabies is a zoonotic disease, meaning that you can be exposed if an infected animal bites you.

Feline panleukopenia, or distemper
Caused by a highly contagious and potentially fatal virus, especially in kittens. Typical clinical signs are high fever, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR), or feline herpesvirus
One of the causes of chronic upper respiratory disease in cats. The symptoms of the disease are the same as yours when you have a severe cold—sneezing, runny nose and eyes, and coughing.

Feline calicivirus
Another virus that causes chronic disease of the upper respiratory system. The severity of infection depends on several factors, including the presence of other viruses (such as FVR) and bacteria.

Feline leukemia virus (FeLV)
The most commonly diagnosed cancer of cats. In addition, the virus also suppresses the cat’s immune system, leaving it susceptible to other infections. Both indoor and outdoor cats should be vaccinated.