VACCINATIONS

What to expect when you come for a vaccine appointment with us

Vaccinations protect your pet from life threatening diseases and should be started whilst they are young to protect them, prevent them from passing on diseases to other animals and to give you peace of mind.  To be fully protected your pet will need a primary course of injections and regular annual boosters throughout their life.

Your vet will complete a full physical examination of your pet and ask you some questions about their general health as it’s important that your pet is healthy when they have their vaccination.  The vaccine will then be given as an injection under the skin on the back of their neck.  They aren’t usually painful and sometimes the pet doesn’t even notice the injection being given.  Side effects are rare and most pets don’t have any.  If they do have any they will most likely be mild (raised temperature and lethargy) and pass within 24-48 hours.  Serious side effects are extremely rare but you should contact us as soon as possible if you have any concerns. It’s important to remember that the risks of being unvaccinated are much higher than the risk of vaccination side effects.

PUPPY VACCINATIONS

We recommend that they should have their initial vaccinations from 7-8 weeks of age with their second vaccination 2-4 weeks later

They will be fully protected 2-4 weeks after their final injection against Parvovirus, Distemper, Parainfluenza, Hepatitis and Leptospirosis

We also recommend that you vaccinate your dog for Kennel Cough, a very common contagious respiratory infection which causes a forceful, hacking cough and can cause lethargy and a loss of appetite.  Whilst not usually dangerous it can lead to complications like pneumonia in puppies, elderly, and immune compromised dogs.  Proof of vaccination for Kennel Cough is often a requirement for kennels and doggy day care.

KITTEN VACCINATIONS

We recommend that they should have their initial vaccinations from 9 weeks of age with their second vaccination 3-4 weeks later

They will be fully protected 3-4 weeks after their final injection against Feline Calicivirus and Feline Herpes Virus (Cat Flu), Feline Parvovirus and Feline Leukaemia Virus (if they go outside)

RABBIT VACCINATIONS

Vaccinations are recommended from 7 weeks of age for rabbits

They will be protected against Myxomatosis, Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease-1 (RHVD-1) & Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease-2 (RHVD-2)

BOOSTER VACCINATIONS

Protection lasts for 1 year after the primary course

So it is very important that your pet has an annual booster to maintain their immunity and prevent them from catching infectious disease. If your pet misses their booster they may need to start their primary course of vaccinations again.  At the appointment they will receive a full physical examination and health check as well as the appropriate booster vaccinations. This is important to ensure that they are as healthy as they can be.  It’s also a great opportunity for you to discuss any questions or concerns you may have about your pet.  

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We look forward to getting to know you and taking care of your pet!