Vaccinations
Explanations of Vaccinations
Canine & Feline Rabies
This vaccine is given to puppies and kittens at approximately 16 weeks of age. The first Rabies vaccine is effective for 1 year.
The rabies vaccination is required by Wisconsin State Law.
Canine Vaccinations
DHLPP (Distemper / Hepatitis / Parvo / Lepto)
This vaccine is a series of three shots; given to puppies and at 8, 12, and 16 weeks of age and then boosted once annually.
Distemper - This disease is highly contagious and potentially fatal. It can be spread by discharge from the nose and eyes of infected dogs. The distemper virus infects many organs including the nervous system which may be permanently damaged even if the dog recovers.
Hepatitis - This disease can be transmitted among dogs by contact with secretions such as saliva, infected urine or feces. It can cause liver failure, eye damage and respiratory problems.
Parvovirus - This disease is very contagious and potentially fatal disease that attacks the gastrointestional tract and in some instances the heart muscles. This is most severe in young puppies and elderly dogs. It can be spread through infected feces and the highly resistant virus can remain in the environment for many months.
Leptospirosis - This is a bacterial disease which attacks the kidneys and liver.
Canine Bordetella/"Kennel Cough"
"Kennel cough" is the common name for a respiratory-tract infection which is easily transmitted from dog to dog. The Bordetella vaccine is recommended for animals two months or older to help prevent this disease. Daycares, groomers, pet training schools and kennels will require this vaccination. We recommend boosting this vaccine every 6 months.
Canine Coronavirus
This disease attacks the intestinal tract and causes diarrhea. Initial administration is a series of two vaccines, then boosted annually.
Lyme Vaccine
This vaccine can be given at 9 weeks of age or older. Initial administration is a series of two vaccines, and then boosted annually. Lyme disease is incurable and is widespread across America. It is also recommended to use a flea and tick preventative.
Feline Vaccinations
Distemper Vaccine (FVRCP or Dist-Rhino-C)
This vaccine is a combination vaccine that covers feline panleukopenia (distemper), feline chlamydophila, feline viral rhinotracheitis, and feline calcivirus. Initial administration is a series of three vaccinations, given to kittens at 8, 12, and 16 weeks of age and then boosted annually.
Feline Panleukopenia (Distemper)
Treatment of this disease is very difficult and even if recovered, a once-infected cat can spread the disease to other unvaccinated animals.
Feline Chlamydophila
This bacterial respiratory disease is extremely contagious, especially in young kittens.
Feline Rhinotracheitis & Feline Calicivirus
These viruses cause upper-respiratory tract infections and are easily transmitted from cat to cat.
Feline Leukemia
In order to receive this vaccine, your cat first needs to have a FELV blood test to ensure he/she is negative for the feline leukemia virus. If your pet is negative, you may start the vaccine to prevent this disease. Initial administration is a series of two vaccines, and then boosted annually. This vaccine is essential for outdoor cats and multi-cat households.