Vaccinations

Vaccinations for puppies and kittens are the usual first introduction of the pediatric pet to our Clinic. Most pets are adopted at 6 - 8 weeks of age. While some breeders cover the first vaccination for the pet it is essential that this first shot be recorded with type and date. Pediatric office examinations include a complete physical examination, fecal tests, appropriate worming, and vaccinations. Luckily most vaccines used include more than one virus or bacteria at a time. This minimized the number of injections needed to protect the pet.

Vaccines are given in a series of 3 - 4 visits approximately 4 weeks apart. Although the most prevalent diseases are covered, the series consists of adding different types at the various visits in order to optimize protection from these sometimes fatal diseases.