Types of Pet Vaccinations Our Veterinary Clinic Offers

Our veterinary clinic provides leading care and protection for your pet, and immunizations are the first step to a long, healthy life. Modern medicine has given our body’s the ability to recognize and fight off illnesses. Luckily our pets can enjoy that luxury, too! The core vaccines that our veterinary clinic provides will differ depending on your type of pet. Check out the following section to learn more about some of the viral diseases that pet vaccinations can help prevent.

Rabies

Rabies is a viral disease that’s often transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal. Once bitten that virus attacks the central nervous system, which leads to death. Pet vaccinations are key to preventing your cat or dog from falling ill with the rabies virus.

Canine Distemper

Distemper is a serious disease that infects the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems in dogs. The virus is easily transmitted through any shared toys, food, and water bowls. While it’s often seen in wild animals, all dogs are at risk for contracting distemper. Oftentimes, puppies receive a pet vaccination for distemper when they’re around 6 weeks old.

Canine Hepatitis

Canine hepatitis is one of the acute contagious diseases seen in dogs. The disease can attack many vital organs in the infected animal. Some common signs of this disease are congestion, eye inflammation, seizures, and swollen lymph nodes. While the type of symptoms for this viral disease can vary, proper pet vaccinations can prevent them. Puppies as young as 6 weeks old can receive this type of pet vaccination.

Feline Herpesvirus Type I (Rhinotracheitis)

The herpesvirus infection is species-specific, as it only infects cats. Just like many other diseases, this type of infection is spread through direct contact. The disease can cause serious upper respiratory issues. Some common signs of the herpesvirus infection are congestion, excessive blinking, and discharge coming from the eyes and nose. Pet vaccinations are the only way to prevent a cat from becoming severely ill. In some cases, an animal hospital may provide booster options based on your pet’s lifestyle and risk for disease.

Feline Panleukopenia

Feline Panleukopenia is a type of viral disease that is highly contagious and severely affects kittens. Without a pet vaccination, this disease can result in death. Some common signs are loss of appetite, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration. The disease is easily transmittable through any bedding, dishes, toys, and clothing that were touched by the infected cat. 

Prevention care is key to keeping your pet happy and healthy. With the help of our animal hospital, you can update your pet's vaccinations to ensure they're prepared to fend off a variety of harmful diseases. Whether you have a kitten or an adult dog, our veterinary clinic has all the proper knowledge and tools to provide the quality care that your pet deserves. Reach out to our animal clinic to make sure your pet's vaccination record is up to date.