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Vaccines are essential health products that stimulate protective immune responses in pets, preparing them to fight future infections from disease-causing agents. Vaccines can significantly reduce the severity of future diseases, and some vaccines can even prevent infection altogether. Today, a wide variety of vaccines are available for use by veterinarians, providing comprehensive protection for your furry companions.
When designing a vaccination program, veterinarians carefully consider each pet’s lifestyle, potential disease risks, and the characteristics of available vaccines.
Core vaccines, such as those protecting against rabies, feline panleukopenia, feline viral rhinotracheitis, feline calicivirus infection, canine distemper, canine parvovirus infection, and canine hepatitis, are recommended for most pets to provide essential protection.
Non-core vaccines, like those for feline leukemia, canine kennel cough, and others, may be recommended based on a pet’s individual needs and lifestyle. This personalized approach ensures your pet receives the best possible protection.
Yes! Pets should be vaccinated to protect them from many highly contagious and deadly diseases. Experts agree that widespread use of vaccines within the last century has prevented death and disease in millions of animals.
Even though some formerly common diseases have now become uncommon, vaccination is still highly recommended because these serious disease agents continue to be present in the environment.
Veterinarians have traditionally vaccinated annually; however, they are now learning that some vaccines induce immunity that lasts less than one year, whereas others may induce immunity that lasts well beyond one year.
It’s common for pets to experience some mild side effects after receiving a vaccine. You should talk with your veterinarian about what to expect after vaccination, and be sure to inform him or her if your pet has had prior reactions to any vaccine or medication. More serious, but less common side effects, such as allergic reactions, can be life-threatening and are medical emergencies.
Seek veterinary care immediately if any of these signs develop:
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