Vaccinations
Young animals are like kids–it’s a never-ending job to keep them safe and happy. Vaccinating your pet 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.
Pet Vaccinations in Milwaukee, WI
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.
Which vaccines should your pet have? “Core” vaccines are those recommended—and mandated by law—for most pets. Core vaccines include:
- Rabies (dogs and cats)
- DA2PPV – Distemper, Hepatitis, Adenovirus 2, Parvo and Parainfluenza (dogs)
- FVRCP – Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus and Panleukopenia (cats)
| Ages | Core | Non Core |
| 6-8 Weeks | 1 of 3 DHPP Vaccine (Distemper) * Fecal Check and Dewormer * | |
| 10-12 Weeks | 2 of 3 DHPP/DHLPP Vaccine (Distemper) *Start on heartworm, flea and tick prevention* | 1 of 2 Bordetella Vaccine 1 of 2 K-9 Influenza (Flu Shot) |
| 14-16 Weeks | 1yr Rabies Vaccine 3 of 3 DHPP/DHLPP Vaccine (Distemper) | 2 of 2 Bordetella Vaccination 2 of 2 K-9 Influenza (Flu Shot) |
The non-core, but highly suggested vaccinations for dogs, Bordetella and Canine influenza shots are recommended if they frequent dog parks, boarding kennels, or any place where they’re socializing with other canines.
| Ages | Core | Non Core |
| 6-8 Weeks | 1 of 3 FCVRP Vaccine *Fecal check and Dewormer* | |
| 10-12 Weeks | 2 of 3 FCVRP Vaccine | 1 of 2 FelV Vaccine (Feline Leukemia) |
| 14-16 Weeks | Rabies Vaccine 1yr 3 of 3 FCVRP Vaccine | 2 of 2 FelV Vaccine (Feline Leukemia) |
The non-core, but highly suggested vaccinations for cats include FeLV to protect against feline leukemia which is highly contagious through infected and non infected cats.
After 1 year of age, we recommend an annual exam to receive stay up to date on all vaccines and ensure your pet is in overall good health.
It’s also important to note that even pets who live primarily indoors should be vaccinated, as they can still be exposed to a disease from your shoes. During an exam, we can advise you which vaccinations are required or recommended for your pet based on age, health, and lifestyle.