Vaccinations
Vaccinations
Vaccination Requirements
Vaccinations: Vaccinations are probably the single most important part of your dog’s health. There is nothing more tragic than a wonderful, loyal pet coming down with a deadly disease that could have been prevented.
The following vaccinations are REQUIRED:
Rabies vaccination is required by state law . Rabies is a highly contagious disease transmitted by the bite of infected animals to humans and animals.
Distemper – Infectious viral disease causes destruction of nerve tissue.
Hepatitis – Highly contagious viral disease affecting the liver and other organs.
Leptospirosis – Contracted by skin to skin contact or coming in contact with urine from an infected host.It travels through the bloodstream and affects the kidneys and liver. This is also able to transfer from animals to humans
Parainfluenza – Highly contagious bacterial or viral disease causes
inflammation to the trachea, bronchi and lungs.
Parvovirus – Infectious viral disease, affects the digestive system, may also cause heart failure. Can kill the effected dog within hours
Bordetella (Kennel Cough) – Highly contagious airborne disease.
Flea and Tick Preventive –As application is directed to control fleas & ticks. Highly recommended. If your dogs gets fleas it will be out for that year classes and competitions
Other treatments suggested for your dog:
Lyme disease vaccination – Transmitted by bite from a Deer Tick. May cause arthritis and lethargy.
Canine Influenza
Bacterial infection affects the respiratory system.
Heartworm Preventive – Transmitted by bite from mosquitoes. Controls parasitic worms transmitted by the eggs already in the ground
Blood test: performed every year to test for diseases.
Any exceptions to required vaccines must be requested by a licensed veterinarian in writing and submitted to the Board before March 21st of the current year. Exceptions can only be approved for Leptospirosis vaccine, vaccine titers, and for dogs unfit for vaccination.