Pet Vaccinations
Pet Vaccinations
PET VACCINATIONS
We provide a range of Pet Vaccinations in Exeter. Ranging from Cat Flu and Parvo Virus to vaccinations for Exotic Pets in Exeter.
DOG VACCINATIONS
Dogs must be vaccinated against canine distemper, hepatitis, canine parvo virus, para - influenza virus and leptospirosis (DHPPiL). As leptospirosis can be transmitted to humans, causing a serious or fatal disease ALL dogs should be vaccinated against this every year.
The initial course of vaccination for puppies should start at 8 weeks of age, with a second injection two weeks later. Puppies should not come into contact with other dogs until one week after the second injection.
Dog vaccinations should be carried out annually in order to maintain immunity. A full health examination is carried out at each vaccination and with the puppy vaccinations at least half an hour is scheduled with our veterinary nurses for any additional information or advice that you would like to ask, at no extra charge.
Canine Kennel Cough (Bordatella) vaccination can and should be started at 10 weeks in conjunction with the second puppy vaccination. Kennel cough vaccination also needs to be repeated annually for full protection. Bordatella is the same genus of bacteria that causes whooping cough in humans.
Dog Vaccinations in summary
- 8 weeks - 1st vaccination DHPPiL, de-worming and flea prevention
- 10 weeks - 2nd vaccination DHPPiL and Kennel cough
- Annually - booster vaccination of both kinds
CAT VACCINATIONS
Cats must be vaccinated routinely against two "cat flu" viruses and enteritis (Tricat). In addition cats that are going to be outdoor cats, even for the briefest moment should be vaccinated against feline leukaemia (the number one infection cause for death in cats in the UK).
The initial course of vaccination for kittens should start at 9 weeks of age, with Tricat and Feline Leukaemia with a second injection three weeks later. Kittens should be kept indoors until one week after the second vaccination, although ideally no cat should be let out until they are neutered.
Cat Vaccinations in summary
- 9 weeks - 1st vaccination Tricat and Feline Leukaemia, deworming and flea prevention
- 12 weeks - 2nd vaccination Tricat and Feline Leukaemia
Other Cat Vaccinations:
Cats can also be vaccinated against Bordetella although this is, at the moment, not as big a problem as it is in dogs. Chlamydia vaccinations can be given in necessary circumstances.
RABBIT VACCINATIONS
Rabbits need to vaccinated against two fatal diseases - Myxomatosis and Viral Haemorrhagic Disease (VHD). Both diseases are carried by insects and on clothes so house rabbits are still at risk. Vaccination schedule is as follows
- 8 weeks - Myxomatosis
- 10 weeks - VHD
- 6 monthly - booster against Myxomatosis
- Annually - booster against VHD
Rabbits should also be treated against Encephalitazoon - a serious disease transmitted by urine and faeces. This consists of a paste given to the rabbit once daily for 8 days. Rabbits are very easy to dose and usually prevent no problem. This should be repeated once or twice a year.