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Vaccinations for your dog

As part of responsible pet ownership and to protect our pets from preventable diseases, it is essential that all pets are adequately vaccinated to help protect the pet population as a whole. Responsible pet care requires puppies to be given their initial course of vaccinations, but this cannot protect them for the rest of their lives. Adult dogs require regular vaccinations to maintain immunity against disease.

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Puppy Vaccination

Puppies are ‘temporarily’ protected against many diseases by antibodies received through their mother’s milk.  These maternal antibodies decline in the first few months of their lives, however until they drop sufficiently, they can also neutralise vaccines.  This is why a series of vaccinations is necessary in a puppy.

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Adult Dog Vaccination

The immunity from puppy vaccination weakens over time and your pet can again become susceptible to disease.  Annual health checks and booster vaccinations, as required, will provide the best protection for the life of your pet.

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After Vaccination Care

Vaccination reactions are not common, however, just in case, following a vaccination your dog may be off-colour for a day or two, or have some slight swelling or tenderness at the injection site.  Access to food and water and a comfortable area to rest are usually all that is required for a quick recovery.  However, if the response seems more severe, you should contact us for advice.

Vaccination protocols change as new and improved vaccines become available to us.  Please give us a call us to discuss a suitable vaccination regime for your pet puppy or dog

 

Infectious diseases of dogs that we vaccinate against

Canine Parvovirus

Canine parvovirus is a disease that affects dogs of all ages but is most serious in young pups and older dogs.  The virus attacks the intestines causing blood-stained diarrhoea, uncontrollable vomiting and severe abdominal pain.  Dogs can die from severe dehydration despite intensive veterinary care.
It is not necessary to have direct contact with other dogs for the disease to be spread.  The virus is so persistent that the infected dog’s environment needs to be cleaned with a potent disinfectant to prevent spread to other dogs. Outbreaks occur regularly throughout Australia, especially in summer.

Canine Distemper

Canine distemper is a highly contagious viral disease that can affect dogs of any age with young puppies being at highest risk.  Thanks to good vaccination programs, this disease is rarely seen now, but that does not mean we should be complacent.
Symptoms vary but can include fever, coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of appetite and depression.  Muscle tremors, fits and paralysis usually occur later in the disease.  Treatment is usually ineffective and the recovery rate very low.  Dogs that do recover may have permanent brain damage.

Canine Hepatitis

Canine hepatitis is a viral disease which, like distemper is extremely contagious and often fatal.  Dogs of any age can become infected, however severe cases are rare in dogs over two years of age.
Symptoms include high fever, depression, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhoea and acute abdominal pain.  In severe cases death can occur within 24 to 36 hours.  Dogs that recover may develop long term liver and kidney problems and can act as carriers spreading the disease to other dogs for many months.

Canine Cough

Canine cough is a condition produced by several highly infectious diseases, which can be easily spread wherever dogs congregate, such as parks, shows, obedience schools and boarding kennels.  Among the infectious agents associated with canine cough is the bacterium known as Bordetella bronchiseptica and the canine viruses parainfluenza, adenovirus type 2 and distemper.
Affected dogs have a dry hacking cough which can persist for several weeks.  It is distressing for pet dogs and their owners.  It is a major problem for working and sporting dogs. Pneumonia can also be a consequence of infection.

At the Eureka Veterinary Clinic, our staff are here to help you keep your pets healthy throughout their life.  Please talk to us if you need more advice on vaccinating your dog.

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Vaccinations for your dog

As part of responsible pet ownership and to protect our pets from preventable diseases, it is essential that all pets are adequately vaccinated to help protect the pet population as a whole. Responsible pet care requires puppies to be given their initial course of vaccinations, but this cannot protect them for the rest of their lives. Adult dogs require regular vaccinations to maintain immunity against disease.

Vaccinations for your Puppy - Eureka Veterinary Hospital Ballarat

Puppy Vaccination

Puppies are ‘temporarily’ protected against many diseases by antibodies received through their mother’s milk.  These maternal antibodies decline in the first few months of their lives, however until they drop sufficiently, they can also neutralise vaccines.  This is why a series of vaccinations is necessary in a puppy.

Vaccinations for your Dog - Eureka Veterinary Hospital Ballarat

Adult Dog Vaccination

The immunity from puppy vaccination weakens over time and your pet can again become susceptible to disease.  Annual health checks and booster vaccinations, as required, will provide the best protection for the life of your pet.

Vaccinations for your Dog - Eureka Veterinary Hospital Ballarat

After Vaccination Care

Vaccination reactions are not common, however, just in case, following a vaccination your dog may be off-colour for a day or two, or have some slight swelling or tenderness at the injection site.  Access to food and water and a comfortable area to rest are usually all that is required for a quick recovery.  However, if the response seems more severe, you should contact us for advice.

Vaccination protocols change as new and improved vaccines become available to us.  Please give us a call us to discuss a suitable vaccination regime for your pet puppy or dog

 

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