When it's time for pets to have their wellness exam, it's important to make sure that they have an appointment and keep it. Puppies, kittens, and older pets need to be examined for health problems and need to get their annual vaccinations. Some people think that if their pet stays indoors, they don't need to be vaccinated, but this isn't true. Every pet needs vaccinations during their health exam to prevent pet illness. When your pet needs to be examined, needs treatment, or needs vaccinations, call our Louisa, VA, office to make an appointment with the veterinarian.

Prevent Pet Illness

Cats and dogs need to get several vaccines every year to keep them free from highly preventable diseases. Dogs and cats each need to have their rabies shots, and they both need vaccination against distemper. In dogs, this protects them from four different pet diseases, including hepatitis, parvovirus, parainfluenza, and distemper. In cats, this vaccination protects them against three diseases- feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia. Cats and dogs also need to be vaccinated for bordetella. Puppies and kittens need to get their vaccinations when they are very young, but adult pets also need their vaccinations.

Vaccines for Dogs and Cats

While several vaccinations are needed by both, dogs and cats also have some species-specific vaccines that they need. Dogs need protection against a bacterial infection called leptospirosis. They also need vaccinations to protect them from Lyme disease, canine influenza, and more. Each of these diseases is highly contagious, and some of them are airborne, meaning that indoor dogs also need these vaccines.

Cats also need vaccines that are species-specific. They need a vaccine against chlamydia as well as feline immunodeficiency virus and feline leukemia. They also need to be vaccinated for feline infectious peritonitis, which can be fatal for cats.

Schedule an Appointment with Our Veterinarian in Louisa, VA

When your pet needs treatment, a health exam, or anything else, call our Louisa, VA, office to make an appointment with the veterinarian. Don't leave your pet vulnerable to what can be serious, even fatal, preventable diseases. Call Central Virginia Veterinary Clinic today at (540) 967-1404 for more information or to schedule an appointment with our veterinarian.