VACCINATION SCHEDULES
Dog/Canine
Puppies – interval of 2 weeks
AGE MEDICATIONS BOOSTERS
3-4 weeks old deworming + vitamin B complex* RABIES – once a year
4-5 weeks old (1 month old) deworming + DHLPPi** DHLPPi – once a year
5-6 weeks old deworming + DHLPPi + Coronavirus*** Leptospirosis – twice a year
7-8 weeks old (2 months old) deworming + DHLPPi + Coronavirus Canine Flu –twice a year
9-10 weeks old deworming + DHLPPi + Canine Flu**** Deworming – every 3 months
11-12 weeks old (3 months old) deworming + DHLPPi + Canine Flu
13-14 weeks old deworming + DHLPPi + Rabies
15-16 weeks old (4 months old) Rabies
> 4 months old Rabies, DHLPPi, deworm, Canine Flu
* B-complex is injectable; also for first visits, with worms
** DHLPPi = Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza
*** For susceptible puppies (less than 2 months old)
**** For susceptible puppies (in kennels, etc)
Cat/Feline
Kittens – interval of 2 weeks
AGE MEDICATIONS BOOSTERS
3-7 weeks old deworming + vitamin B complex* RABIES – annually (once a year)
8-9 weeks old (2 months old) deworming + FPL** FPL – annually (once a year)
10-11 weeks old deworming + FPL + FRC *** FRC – annually (once a year)
12-13 weeks old (3 months old) deworming + FPL + FRC + Rabies Deworming – every 3 months
14-15 weeks old deworming + FPL + FRC + Rabies
* B-complex is injectable; also for first visits, with worms
** FPL = Feline Panleukopenia
*** FRC = Feline Rhinotracheitis/Calicivirus
Puppies – interval of 2 weeks
AGE MEDICATIONS BOOSTERS
3-4 weeks old deworming + vitamin B complex* RABIES – once a year
4-5 weeks old (1 month old) deworming + DHLPPi** DHLPPi – once a year
5-6 weeks old deworming + DHLPPi + Coronavirus*** Leptospirosis – twice a year
7-8 weeks old (2 months old) deworming + DHLPPi + Coronavirus Canine Flu –twice a year
9-10 weeks old deworming + DHLPPi + Canine Flu**** Deworming – every 3 months
11-12 weeks old (3 months old) deworming + DHLPPi + Canine Flu
13-14 weeks old deworming + DHLPPi + Rabies
15-16 weeks old (4 months old) Rabies
> 4 months old Rabies, DHLPPi, deworm, Canine Flu
* B-complex is injectable; also for first visits, with worms
** DHLPPi = Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza
*** For susceptible puppies (less than 2 months old)
**** For susceptible puppies (in kennels, etc)
Cat/Feline
Kittens – interval of 2 weeks
AGE MEDICATIONS BOOSTERS
3-7 weeks old deworming + vitamin B complex* RABIES – annually (once a year)
8-9 weeks old (2 months old) deworming + FPL** FPL – annually (once a year)
10-11 weeks old deworming + FPL + FRC *** FRC – annually (once a year)
12-13 weeks old (3 months old) deworming + FPL + FRC + Rabies Deworming – every 3 months
14-15 weeks old deworming + FPL + FRC + Rabies
* B-complex is injectable; also for first visits, with worms
** FPL = Feline Panleukopenia
*** FRC = Feline Rhinotracheitis/Calicivirus
VACCINES FAQ
In dogs,
Rabies and DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvo, Parainfluenza) are core vaccines
and recommended in every dog (Rabies vaccine is required by law). Bordetella vaccine (Kennel Cough) is
recommended in all dogs that will be in a boarding or grooming setting, or have
contact with other dogs. Leptospirosis vaccine is recommended in most dogs,
unless they are strictly indoors or toy breeds.
In cats, Rabies and FVRCP (Feline Distemper, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia) are core vaccines and recommended in every cat (Rabies vaccine is required by law). Feline Leukemia vaccine is recommended for cats at risk of contracting the virus (Cats that go outdoors, roam, or live with multiple other cats).
In cats, Rabies and FVRCP (Feline Distemper, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia) are core vaccines and recommended in every cat (Rabies vaccine is required by law). Feline Leukemia vaccine is recommended for cats at risk of contracting the virus (Cats that go outdoors, roam, or live with multiple other cats).
PRE-VACCINATION REMINDERS
Vaccinations given at the appropriate age and at
the appropriate intervals will greatly benefit your pet and protect it against
some life threatening diseases. However, there are some inherent risks of
the procedure that should be reported and treated immediately.
Your pet can have allergic or other systemic reactions after receiving a vaccine (mostly not life-threatening) such as vomiting, diarrhea, facial or limb swelling, hives or reddened skin, labored breathing, a lump at the injection site, lethargy, lack of appetite or any other symptoms within 48 hours of vaccination.
Your pet can develop immune mediated diseases such as hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia and polyarthritis (as the body’s immune response to a vaccine).
Please understand that these reactions are idiosyncratic and cannot be predicted. The veterinarian will not hold responsible for any of the above occurrences.
The owner needs to pay for all costs involved in treating any reactions should they occur.
Your pet can have allergic or other systemic reactions after receiving a vaccine (mostly not life-threatening) such as vomiting, diarrhea, facial or limb swelling, hives or reddened skin, labored breathing, a lump at the injection site, lethargy, lack of appetite or any other symptoms within 48 hours of vaccination.
Your pet can develop immune mediated diseases such as hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia and polyarthritis (as the body’s immune response to a vaccine).
Please understand that these reactions are idiosyncratic and cannot be predicted. The veterinarian will not hold responsible for any of the above occurrences.
The owner needs to pay for all costs involved in treating any reactions should they occur.
VACCINES to PREVENT diseases
- Distemper – DIS: an airborne viral disease of the lungs, intestines and brain.
- Hepatitis – HEP: a viral disease of the liver.
- Canine Adenovirus II - ADENO
- Leptospirosis – LEPTO: a bacterial disease of the urinary system.
- Parainfluenza – PARA: infectious bronchitis.
- Parvovirus –PARV: a viral disease of the intestines.
- Rabies – RAB: a viral disease fatal to humans and other animals.
- Corona – CORO: a viral disease of the intestines.
- Bordetella – BORD: a bacterial infection (kennel cough)
VACCINATION AGREEMENT
Upon pet vaccination, the owner had
read the pre-vaccination reminders, agreed and understood the following
statements:
1. The pet may be exposed to the diseases to be vaccinated with
2. The vaccination of the pet will substantially reduce but may not completely eliminate the pet’s chances of contracting the disease/s vaccinated against.
3. The pet may develop anorexia, lethargy, fever and soreness within few hours following vaccination and can last up to 24 hours. These adverse effects are usually minor and will usually resolve without the need for additional veterinary care. If the pet develop any sever or unanticipated reaction to the vaccination, such as urticaria and pruritus of the face and ears, vomiting with/out diarrhea, or respiratory distress, which may occur within minutes or second, the owner should contact the veterinarian.
4. Vaccinations in dogs may trigger autoimmune diseases.
5. The veterinarian makes no warranty, either express or implied, as to the safety or efficacy of the vaccine being used.
6. The owner has been provided with informational material concerning vaccines and the diseases they are intended to protect against, disease incidence, vaccination recommendations, and adverse reactions.
7. The owner understand the information provided, has had an opportunity to ask any questions concerning it and has had all questions answered to his satisfaction.
1. The pet may be exposed to the diseases to be vaccinated with
2. The vaccination of the pet will substantially reduce but may not completely eliminate the pet’s chances of contracting the disease/s vaccinated against.
3. The pet may develop anorexia, lethargy, fever and soreness within few hours following vaccination and can last up to 24 hours. These adverse effects are usually minor and will usually resolve without the need for additional veterinary care. If the pet develop any sever or unanticipated reaction to the vaccination, such as urticaria and pruritus of the face and ears, vomiting with/out diarrhea, or respiratory distress, which may occur within minutes or second, the owner should contact the veterinarian.
4. Vaccinations in dogs may trigger autoimmune diseases.
5. The veterinarian makes no warranty, either express or implied, as to the safety or efficacy of the vaccine being used.
6. The owner has been provided with informational material concerning vaccines and the diseases they are intended to protect against, disease incidence, vaccination recommendations, and adverse reactions.
7. The owner understand the information provided, has had an opportunity to ask any questions concerning it and has had all questions answered to his satisfaction.
ARGUMENTS ABOUT RABIES VACCINE
Argument #1: Rabies is a deadly disease.
A fact. Rabies is really a deadly disease. It affects our brains, causing us to behave violently, then kills by choking us to death.
Argument #2: All dogs are born with rabies.
A myth. If it were, nobody from the vet practice would be assisting deliveries.
Rabies is caused by a virus. This virus is commonly found in body fluids of a rabid animal, especially in the saliva. Transmission is usually carried out when they bite, or lick on broken skin.
Unless your pup or kitten has come in contact with rabid animals, your little pet is free from rabies.
Argument #3: When a dog bites, it is rabid.
A myth. A healthy dog bites for a reason. An infected dog bites for no reason at all.
A dog normally bites if its get hurt (e.g. stepped on the tail). Eventually, a dog will bite at a stranger who pats his head. On the contrary, rabid dogs just really love to bite. They’ll pick a fight with anyone, anywhere and anything, including tires and chairs.
Argument #4: Puppies are more rabid than adult dogs.
A myth. The effect of rabies is not limited by age. When one’s pet gets the virus, behavior may be that of a typical violent rascal, and sometimes that of a depressed loner.
There are actually three types of development rabid dogs undergo. The first is called the PRODROMAL PHASE. Dogs may not like to eat, have fever, and exhibit disturbing changes in their voice. This usually lasts 2 to 3 days.
The second is what we all know about rabies, the FURIOUS PHASE. Dogs become vicious, will attack anyone, become disoriented, and crave to eat almost anything, even stones and slippers. This may last 2 to 4 days.
Yet not all rabid dogs enter the second phase. Some proceed directly to the last stage, the PARALYTIC PHASE. This usually lasts 2 to 4 days. Dogs appear to choke, drool a lot, then die because of paralysis.
Argument #5: Rabies vaccination (or immunization) treats and protects pets from rabies.
A myth and a fact. A rabies vaccine protects. It does not treat. Rabies vaccines protect by stimulating pets to produce antibodies. Antibodies are special cells that stop rabies viruses from gaining residence in the body. When a dog is already rabid, immunization is late and ineffective.
Argument #6. Rabies protection expires immediately after the vaccination due date.
A myth. A due date is not an expiry date.
Even before a due date, antibodies will start to decline. A due date is therefore scheduled to re-immunize your pet (known as “booster shot”) to increase the number of antibodies to optimum protection level.
Protection is still present after a due date, but may wane within months, or possibly, years.
As responsible pet owners, it is still best that we check our due dates and immunize our pets within days thereafter
A fact. Rabies is really a deadly disease. It affects our brains, causing us to behave violently, then kills by choking us to death.
Argument #2: All dogs are born with rabies.
A myth. If it were, nobody from the vet practice would be assisting deliveries.
Rabies is caused by a virus. This virus is commonly found in body fluids of a rabid animal, especially in the saliva. Transmission is usually carried out when they bite, or lick on broken skin.
Unless your pup or kitten has come in contact with rabid animals, your little pet is free from rabies.
Argument #3: When a dog bites, it is rabid.
A myth. A healthy dog bites for a reason. An infected dog bites for no reason at all.
A dog normally bites if its get hurt (e.g. stepped on the tail). Eventually, a dog will bite at a stranger who pats his head. On the contrary, rabid dogs just really love to bite. They’ll pick a fight with anyone, anywhere and anything, including tires and chairs.
Argument #4: Puppies are more rabid than adult dogs.
A myth. The effect of rabies is not limited by age. When one’s pet gets the virus, behavior may be that of a typical violent rascal, and sometimes that of a depressed loner.
There are actually three types of development rabid dogs undergo. The first is called the PRODROMAL PHASE. Dogs may not like to eat, have fever, and exhibit disturbing changes in their voice. This usually lasts 2 to 3 days.
The second is what we all know about rabies, the FURIOUS PHASE. Dogs become vicious, will attack anyone, become disoriented, and crave to eat almost anything, even stones and slippers. This may last 2 to 4 days.
Yet not all rabid dogs enter the second phase. Some proceed directly to the last stage, the PARALYTIC PHASE. This usually lasts 2 to 4 days. Dogs appear to choke, drool a lot, then die because of paralysis.
Argument #5: Rabies vaccination (or immunization) treats and protects pets from rabies.
A myth and a fact. A rabies vaccine protects. It does not treat. Rabies vaccines protect by stimulating pets to produce antibodies. Antibodies are special cells that stop rabies viruses from gaining residence in the body. When a dog is already rabid, immunization is late and ineffective.
Argument #6. Rabies protection expires immediately after the vaccination due date.
A myth. A due date is not an expiry date.
Even before a due date, antibodies will start to decline. A due date is therefore scheduled to re-immunize your pet (known as “booster shot”) to increase the number of antibodies to optimum protection level.
Protection is still present after a due date, but may wane within months, or possibly, years.
As responsible pet owners, it is still best that we check our due dates and immunize our pets within days thereafter
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