Pet Vaccinations in Madison, WI
Young animals are like kids–it’s a never-ending job to keep them safe and happy. Vaccinating your puppy or kitten is a relatively inexpensive but very important way to protect his or her health. In addition to preventing many life-threatening illnesses, vaccinations can prevent diseases prevalent in wildlife and those that can be passed to humans. It’s important to administer vaccinations when pets are puppies and kittens because their young immune systems are still developing and need protection to stay healthy.
While any medical treatment involves some degree of risk, in the case of vaccinations, the benefits far outweigh any potential side effects. Adverse reactions are rare and usually mild and short-term when they do occur.
Core Vaccinations for Pets
Which vaccines should your pet have? “Core” vaccines are those recommended—and possibly mandated by law—for most pets.
Core Vaccines for Dogs
- Rabies (required by state law)
- DA2PPV – Distemper, Hepatitis, Adenovirus 2, Parvo and Parainfluenza
- Leptospirosis Vaccine – protects against waterborne bacterial infection
- Lyme Vaccine – protects against Lyme disease carried by ticks
- Bordetella – protects against and minimizes the effects of kennel cough
Core Vaccines for Cats
- Rabies (required by Dane County)
- FVRCP – Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus and Panleukopenia
Other non-core, but highly suggested vaccinations for cats include FIV for feline immunodeficiency virus and FeLV to protect against feline leukemia. For dogs, canine influenza shots are recommended if they frequent dog parks, boarding kennels, or any place where they’re socializing with other canines
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It’s also important to note that even pets who live primarily indoors should be vaccinated, as they can still be exposed to a
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Meet with a doctor for an initial exam.
Put a plan together for your pet.
