General
Health Care Information
- Preventive medicine is the
key to a healthy pet. Yearly examinations and vaccinations for your dog or cat are the
most important steps in your pet's health program.
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- Puppy vaccinations should
begin vaccinations at 6-8 weeks of age.
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- Dogs should be vaccinated against:
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1. Canine Distemper
2. Hepatitis
3. Leptospirosis
4. Parainfluenza
5. Parvovirus
6. Coronavirus (CV)
7 Rabies (RV) |
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| Other vaccinations include: |
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| 1. Bordetella (Kennel Cough) |
| 2. Lymes Disease (transmitted by ticks) |
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- Dogs should also be on a Heartworm
Preventative and have a Physical Examination yearly.
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- Kitten vaccinations begin
at 8-10 weeks of age.
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- Cats should be vaccinated against:
| 1. Panleukopenia (FVRC-P) - commonly
called Feline Distemper |
| 2. Rhinotracheitis and Calicivirus - upper
respiratory diseases |
| 3. Feline Leukemia (FeLV) |
| 4. Rabies (RV) |
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| Optional vaccination: |
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| FIP - Feline Infectious Peritonitis |
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- Surgical neutering of dogs
and cats should be performed anytime after six months of age.
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- Dental care is also
important. Your pet can have bacteria from the mouth, because of periodontal disease,
spread to other organs, especially the heart.
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- Early detection of certain
an aging diseases by a general blooding screening profile is also recommended for the
older pets (over eight years of age). This is an important step in early detection of
certain aging diseases.
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Animal medicine has made
great strides in recent years. With the aid of qualified and conscientious health care
professionals, pets are now enjoying longer and more trouble-free lives. |
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We look forward
to helping you enjoy the happiness that a healthy pet call provide. |
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