Vaccinations are injections that stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies that fight off specific infections. They can prevent your pets from getting sick or reduce the severity of their symptoms if they do. Vaccinations can also protect you and your family from zoonotic diseases, which are diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans.Â
Dogs
Distemper
Distemper is a highly contagious viral infection spread through contact with infected dogs, and on items they have touched. Symptoms include: fever, coughing, vomiting, diarrhoea, seizures, paralysis and sadly often this disease is fatal. There is no specific treatment for distemper it. Therefore, vaccination is the best way to protect your dog and prevent the spread of this serious disease.Â
Hepatitis (canine adenovirus)Â
Hepatitis (canine adenovirus) is a viral infection that affects the liver and kidneys of dogs. It can cause fever, loss of appetite, vomiting, jaundice, bleeding and eye inflammation. Hepatitis can be spread by contact with infected urine, saliva or faeces, or by bites from infected mosquitoes or ticks. Hepatitis can damage the organs and immune system of dogs and may be fatal. Vaccination can protect your dog from hepatitis and prevent the transmission of this dangerous disease to other dogs.Â
Canine parvovirusÂ
Parvovirus is a very contagious and dangerous virus that affects the intestines of dogs. It can cause severe vomiting, diarrhoea, dehydration, loss of appetite and weight loss. Parvovirus can also damage the heart muscle and the immune system of dogs, making them more susceptible to other infections. Parvovirus can be spread by contact with infected dogs, faeces, soil, water or objects. Parvovirus can survive in the environment for a long time and is resistant to many disinfectants. Parvovirus can be fatal, especially in puppies and young dogs. Vaccination can protect your dog from parvovirus and prevent the transmission of this deadly disease to other dogs.
LeptospirosisÂ
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that affects the kidneys, liver and other organs of dogs. It can cause fever, vomiting, jaundice, bleeding, kidney failure and death. Leptospirosis can be spread by contact with infected urine, water or soil, or by bites from infected rodents or wildlife. Leptospirosis can also infect humans and cause serious illness. Vaccination can protect your dog from leptospirosis and prevent the transmission of this zoonotic disease to you and your family. We use the L4 vaccine, which covers four strains of leptospirosis, including two that are becoming more common in the UK.Â
Canine infectious respiratory disease (CIRD)Â - Bordetella bronchiseptica, Canine parainfluenzaÂ
Canine infectious respiratory disease (CIRD) is a term that covers various respiratory infections in dogs, caused by different bacteria and viruses. The most common agents are Bordetella bronchiseptica, a bacterium that causes kennel cough, and canine parainfluenza, a virus that causes mild to moderate signs of coughing, sneezing and nasal discharge. CIRD can be spread by direct contact with infected dogs or by airborne droplets from coughing or sneezing. CIRD can affect dogs of any age, but is more serious in puppies, elderly dogs and dogs with other health problems. Vaccination can protect your dog from CIRD and reduce the severity and duration of symptoms if they get infected. Vaccination is particularly important for those frequently exposed to other dogs in kennels, shows, parks or groomers.Â
CatsÂ
Feline Leukaemia VirusÂ
Feline leukaemia virus (FeLV) is a serious infection that affects the immune system and blood cells of cats. It can cause anaemia, cancer, infections and death. FeLV can be spread by contact with infected saliva, blood, urine or milk, or by bites from infected cats. FeLV can also infect kittens in the womb or through the mother's milk. FeLV can affect cats of any age, but young, sick or outdoor cats are more at risk. Vaccination can protect your cat from FeLV and prevent the transmission of this life-threatening disease to other cats. If your cat goes outside, even just your garden, we recommend vaccinating your cat against FeLV as part of their core vaccinations.
Feline Cat Flu (Upper Respiratory Tract Disease)Â - feline herpes virus and feline calicivirusÂ
Feline upper respiratory tract disease covers various infections affecting the nose, throat and eyes of cats. The most common causes are feline herpes virus and feline calicivirus, which can cause sneezing, runny nose, conjunctivitis, ulcers and fever. Feline upper respiratory tract disease can be spread by contact with infected cats or by contaminated objects. Feline upper respiratory tract disease can be very unpleasant and painful for cats and can lead to chronic problems or complications. Vaccination can protect your cat from feline upper respiratory tract disease and reduce the risk of spreading the infection to other cats.
Feline PanleukopeniaÂ
Feline panleukopenia is a viral infection that affects the bone marrow and intestines of cats. It can cause severe diarrhoea, dehydration, anaemia, immune suppression and death. Feline panleukopenia can be spread by contact with infected faeces, blood, saliva or fleas, or by exposure to contaminated food, water or bedding. Feline panleukopenia can affect cats of any age but is more likely to be fatal in kittens and pregnant cats. Vaccination can protect your cat from feline panleukopenia and prevent the outbreak of this highly contagious and deadly disease among other cats.
RabbitsÂ
MyxomatosisÂ
Myxomatosis is a deadly disease that affects rabbits. It is caused by a virus spread by biting insects, such as fleas and mosquitoes, or by contact with infected rabbits. Myxomatosis can cause swelling of the eyes, nose, ears and genitals, breathing problems, fever and loss of appetite. There is no cure for myxomatosis, and most rabbits die within two weeks of infection. Vaccination can protect your rabbit from myxomatosis and prevent the spread of this fatal disease to other rabbits.
Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease (2 strains)Â
Rabbit haemorrhagic disease is a serious and often fatal disease affecting rabbit blood, liver and organs. It is caused by two different strains of virus, RHDV1 and RHDV2, that can be spread by direct contact with infected rabbits or through contaminated food, water, bedding or insects. Rabbit haemorrhagic disease can cause sudden death, bleeding, fever, loss of appetite and seizures in rabbits. There is no treatment or cure for rabbit haemorrhagic disease, so vaccination is the only way to protect your rabbit from this deadly disease. We recommend vaccinating your rabbit against both strains of rabbit haemorrhagic disease every year as part of their routine health care.Â
Vaccinations are an essential part of your pets' preventive health care. They can protect them from many serious and life-threatening diseases and protect your family and the public from zoonotic infections. By vaccinating your dogs, rabbits and cats, you can ensure that they receive the best protection possible, and that they enjoy a long and healthy life with you.Â
If you have any questions about vaccines, or if you want to schedule an appointment for your pets, please contact us today. We are happy to help you and your furry friends.Â
Did you know that you can get your pets annual vaccinations included in the VIP club, which is a preventative health care club we offer in clinic? Â
What is the VIP (very important pet) Club – this is a club where you can make sure your pet receives all the necessary preventative treatment required, including vaccines and parasite control, reassuring you that you are giving them the best care. By being part of this club, not only do you spread the costs of these treatments over the course of 12 months, but you also get additional benefits such as regular nail clips, discounts off of neutering and dental care, 10% off diets in the clinic and much more.Â
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