Dog Vaccination
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 weeks of their lives, after which they need a vaccination to induce immunity. The age at which maternal antibodies drop enough to require vaccination is highly variable, which is why a series of vaccinations is necessary in a puppy.
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.
After Vaccination Care
Following 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.
INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF DOGS THAT WE CAN VACCINATE AGAINST
Canine Parvovirus
This preventable disease is most common in young dogs where the virus attacks the intestines causing bloody diarrhoea, uncontrollable vomiting and severe abdominal pain. It is spread through the faeces of infected dogs.
Canine Distemper Virus
Canine distemper is a highly contagious disease which causes varied symptoms including fever, coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, depression, muscle tremors, seizures and paralysis.
Canine Cough
Canine cough can be caused by a number of different bacteria and viruses which cause a dry hacking cough for several weeks.
Infectious canine Hepatitis (also known as Canine Adenovirus type1)
Canine Coronavirus
Canine coronavirus is another contagious virus and causes depression, loss of appetite, vomiting and diarrhoea especially in young dogs. Diarrhoea may last for several days in some cases. Although most dogs will recover with treatment, coronavirus has the potential to be fatal, especially if other infectious agents such as parvovirus are present.
There’s an increased risk where high rat populations exist such as in cities, near rubbish dumps or around sugar cane areas. Incidence can also increase after long periods of wet weather or building activity, when rat populations are forced to move or concentrate. Leptospirosis is a ‘zoonotic disease’ meaning it is an animal disease that can be passed to humans. Human infection can occur through ingestion of contaminated food or water, or through open wounds.
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