Dog Vaccines
Here is a list of the diseases for which vaccines are available:
- Rabies
- Distemper
- Adenovirus
- Parainfluenza
- Parvovirus
- Leptospirosis
- Lyme Disease
- Bordetella
WOW, that’s some list! Does my pet need all of these every year? Heavens NO. The staff of Trinity Pet Hospital will take a written assessment of every pet to determine what is needed and when.
It is crucial to your pet’s health to follow the vaccine schedule provided by us. Missing a vaccine booster or being a little late could put your pet at risk of contracting these diseases
Canine Core Vaccines
These vaccines are needed for all puppies and dogs with an unknown vaccine history. These diseases are very serious and cause significant illness and possible death. Vaccines result in very good protection. These CORE VACCINES include Canine Parvovirus, Canine Parainfluenza, Canine Distemper, and Canine Adenovirus (formerly hepatitis). Puppies receive these vaccines at 6-8 weeks, 9-11 weeks, and 12-16 weeks of age. After a booster at one year of age, revaccination is recommended every three years. There are special circumstances that require more or less frequent revaccination. Some vaccines (killed or recombinant) have different schedules.
Canine Rabies Vaccine
We follow local and state guidelines. A single killed vaccine is given between 14-16 weeks of age. Adult dogs with an unknown vaccine history are also given a dose of killed vaccine. After a booster at one year of age, rabies vaccination can be given every three years with approved vaccines.
Canine Non-Core Vaccine
These vaccines are given when there is a significant risk or exposure of the dog. It is based on geographic location and lifestyle. The staff of Trinity Pet Hospital will carefully evaluate your dog to see if these vaccines are needed.
Canine Bordetella bronchisepta
This is considered the main agent for kennel cough in dogs. It is given to dogs being kenneled, in training classes, in doggy day care, or those that go to dogs parks or the beach. For dogs that travel or are exposed to other dogs, this vaccine is a must.
Canine Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme) Vaccine
We are all familiar with Lyme disease. It is transmitted through the bite of local deer ticks, especially on the east coast and where ticks are known to thrive.
Canine Leptospira Vaccines
There are many types of Leptospirosis. Wild and domestic animals are the reservoirs of the disease. It is transmitted by exposure to the urine of carrier animals. Stagnant or slow moving water can act as a habitat for these organisms to thrive. Leptospirosis is alive and well in Florida. It can cause liver and kidney failure. We use a vaccine with four leptospiral serovars.