Dog Vaccinations

There are vaccines for a wide variety of diseases. If you keep up with your veterinarian’s recommended schedule, you can help prevent the following:

Rabies

Rabies is a fatal disease but one that is entirely preventable with the vaccine. Rabies is spread through bites and scratches and is one of the diseases that can be spread from dogs to humans. So, the rabies vaccine is one of the most important protections for your pet.

Lyme Disease

This disease is caused by a type of bacteria passed onto dogs through the bite of an infected tick. This vaccination is strongly recommended if your pet lives in or is traveling to an area where deer ticks are common.

Bordetella (Kennel Cough)

Bordetella bronchiseptica, commonly known as kennel cough, is an all-inclusive term relating to a wide variety of contagious respiratory illnesses in canines. The Bordetella vaccine helps prevent these illnesses, and it is crucial for dogs that are frequently around other dogs.

Canine Distemper

This highly contagious disease is also potentially life-threatening. It can be spread through airborne exposure or direct contact, but it is easily preventable with the vaccine.

Canine Parvovirus

This highly transmittable disease affects puppies. It affects the stomach and small intestines and can be fatal, which is why it is part of your dog’s early-life vaccination schedule.

Canine Influenza

The dog flu is much like the human flu is a viral infection that causes upper respiratory infections. It is recommended that dogs who are often around other canines get this shot yearly.

Hepatitis

This disease targets many of your dog’s internal organs. The result may be a mild fever or, in rare cases, death.

Leptospirosis

This disease is caused by an infection with bacteria found in soil and water. It can affect dogs of all breeds and ages and has a wide range of symptoms.