Pet Vaccinations
Some pet owners may think vaccinations aren’t necessary for indoor pets, but that’s not the case. Vaccinations play a key role in protecting your pet’s health, no matter their lifestyle. Keeping your pet up to date on their vaccines helps prevent the spread of diseases and ensures they stay protected from potential risks.
Pet Vaccinations
Our veterinary team recommends that all pets get vaccinated to prevent potentially deadly diseases and infections, many of which can be transmitted to humans and other animals. At Peninsula Pet Clinic in Portland, our vet offers a full range of core and non-core vaccinations.
Preventive Vaccinations for Cats and Dogs at Our Clinic
Our vets are happy to explain why these vaccines are so important to pet owners. Diseases such as rabies, parvo, canine leptospirosis, and distemper are easily transmittable between animals and are often fatal. Ensuring you bring your puppy or kitten in for those initial shots and following up with boosters as recommended can save lives! Below is what our team recommends during cat and dog vaccination appointments.
Cat Vaccination Plans
Core vaccinations that our veterinary team recommends for felines include a combination vaccine known as FVRCP to protect against feline viral rhinotracheitis, distemper, and calicivirus infection. We also highly advise that cats receive the rabies vaccine, and we’ll keep you informed when core vaccinations will require booster shots. Lifestyle vaccinations aren’t always necessary, and our vet will help you determine whether your cat’s lifestyle calls for additional protection against feline immune deficiency virus (FIV) and/or feline leukemia virus (FeLV).
Dog Vaccination Plans
A major component of our dog vaccination plan includes a combination vaccine known as the DHPP shot. This protects canines from serious conditions that include hepatitis, distemper, parvovirus, and parainfluenza. We also strongly recommend vaccinating dogs for leptospirosis, coronavirus, and rabies. If your dog spends time in boarding or enjoys grooming services, we advise considering a Bordetella vaccination to prevent kennel cough.
Are Vaccinations Safe?
Amid all the controversy among humans concerning the safety of vaccinations, many pet owners want to know if vaccines are safe for pets. Rest assured, these life-saving injections are safe, and very few pets experience any type of negative reaction to vaccines. Essentially, your vet is inserting inert substances into your pet’s system that will create antibodies that help resist the pathogens associated with certain diseases. Your furry friend will only experience a slight ‘pinching’ discomfort during the injections, and they can resume their normal activities right away once returning home.
Contact Our Portland Veterinarian for Pet Vaccinations Today
Our dedicated team is eager to make you and your four-legged friend a part of our family. You won’t find a more welcoming and inviting Portland veterinarian clinic than Peninsula Pet Clinic. Feel free to contact us with any questions concerning your pet’s health and the vaccination process. Call us today at (503) 285-7661 to schedule an appointment. And don’t forget to ask about our amazing new patient specials!