Prevention is Key to Wellness
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 We recommend that all kittens and
puppies begin their immunizations between 6 and 8 weeks of age followed by
a series of boosters given about 3 to 4 weeks apart until they are 3 to 4
months old. Adults should be vaccinated annually.
Rabies: is a very serious and most always a 100%
fatal disease caused by a virus which affects both cats and dogs. It can also
be spread from animals to humans by a bite or a lick to someone on the mouth,
nose or broken skin. Rabies is preventable with vaccinations as early as 2
months of age and yearly boosters. Texas law requires that all cats and dogs be
vaccinated by a licensed veterinarian by 4 months of age against rabies. When
pets travel with you, it’s important that you have their rabies
vaccination certificate in your possession.
Heartworm Disease: All dogs and cats are
susceptible to heartworm infection which is spread by mosquitoes. This is a
serious and potentially fatal disease that is almost 100% preventable. A blood
test is necessary before beginning a prevention program and should be repeated
annually to ensure adequate medication.
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Common diseases affecting cats that
can be prevented with vaccinations:
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* Feline Panleukopenia or Feline Distemper (FPV), a highly
contagious and life-threatening viral disease and vaccination is the best
preventative available.
* Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) or Feline AIDS, affects
the immune system which can lead to a variety of serious recurrent illnesses,
eye diseases, dental issues, various cancers, and wasting.
* Feline Leukemia (feLV), a contagious disease which weakens
the immune system and can cause anemia, inflammation of the nose, mouth and
eyes, and certain types of cancer.
* Feline Calicivirus, a common contagious respiratory disease
which can cause pneumonia, lameness, and ulcerations of the mouth.
* Feline Herpesvirus Infection, (not the same strain that
humans carry) is a highly contagious disease which can cause a watery nose and
eyes, sneezing, fever, serious eyes conditions and upper respiratory
congestion. Feline Herpes isn’t transmittable to humans and
dogs.
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Common diseases affecting dogs that
can be prevented with vaccinations:
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* Canine Parvovirus also known as Parvo, a highly contagious
and terrible disease affecting the gastrointestinal tract which is often fatal.
Immunization is crucial especially in young puppies.
* Canine Distemper, a highly contagious and often fatal disease
which attacks the nervous system.
* Bordetellosis also know as Kennel Cough, is commonly
contracted from other dogs and can lead to pneumonia and death.
* Lyme Disease, transmitted primarily by deer ticks seriously
affects both animals and humans.
* Enteric Coronavirus, is a highly contagious intestinal
disease. Young puppies are especially vulnerable and should be vaccinated at
about 9 to 12 weeks of age.
* Canine Adenovirus-2 and Canine Parainfluenza, are viruses
that commonly cause Kennel Cough.
* Leptospirosis, caused by a spirochete organism found in soil
and water and which can be spread from animals to humans. It can cause bleeding
disorders, fluid retention in the legs, chest or abdomen, difficulty breathing,
and kidney or liver failure.
* Canine Influenza, is a highly contagious virus among dogs
with some strains contagious also to cats.
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Consider the Crotalus Atrox Toxoid vaccine if
your dog frequents rattlesnake habitat. This vaccine is most effective against
the venom of the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake. The initial vaccination
should be followed by a booster in about a month and then an annual booster.
For dogs at high risk, it may be necessary to booster 3 doses per year 4 months
apart.
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The price of vaccinations is very small
compared to the cost of treating a pet with one or more of the above contracted
medical conditions. Please spare your pets the pain and suffering from these
common infectious diseases by having them vaccinated.
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