1.Puppies and kittens only need a series of 2 vaccine boosters, one at 8 weeks then repeated at 12 weeks. I find the most critical time to prevent infectious disease is at this young age. In small kittens and puppies, I prefer to wait until 12 weeks. The traditional 3rd booster in puppies is not necessary. If possible, delay giving the Rabies vaccine until 6 months. 2.Puppies should only be vaccinated for Parvovirus (MLV - Modified Live Vaccines) and Distemper (MLV). Only give Bordetella vaccines if going to a kennel or puppy class. Give Rabies vaccine (KILLED) at 6 months. 3.Kittens should be vaccinated for the respiratory viruses and Panleukopenia (FVRCP - Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia) (MLV). Feline Leukemia (KILLED) vaccine should only be given to "high risk" cats - those in multi-cat households or outdoor cats surrounded by a large cat population. Give Rabies vaccine (KILLED) at 6 months. Ensure that the vaccines are given in the subcutaneous tissue on the lateral sides of the right and left legs. 4.Common sense should to keep your companion safe by avoiding exposure to public areas such as parks and pet stores. Keep them close to home and only expose them to animals you know are healthy. 5.I do not recommend vaccinations for Corona virus, Leptospirosis, Lyme or Giardia vaccines for dogs. The currently licensed leptospira bacterins do not contain the serovars (viruses) causing the majority of clinical leptospirosis today, so it is generally not a useful vaccine. 6.I do not advise vaccinations for FIP (Feline infectious peritonitis), Feline Bordetella, FIV (Feline immunodeficiency virus) and limited use of Feline Leukemia vaccine in Cats. 7.My current advice is to give Booster vaccines at 1 year, then every 3 years until the age of 10. As new research progresses, this may even become more infrequent. We are now just learning about the duration of immunity for some vaccines, and they may well be longer than 3 years. The most important time for vaccines are the 2 boosters for puppies and kittens and the 1 year booster. Your pet should still see your veterinarian yearly for their annual wellness exam. 8.Never vaccinate a sick or weakened animal. If your puppy or kitten is showing signs of allergies or skin problems, wait. Vaccinating an already compromised immune system is almost sure to compound the problem.
Recommended vaccine by From: Dr Andrew JonesAuthor: Veterinary Secrets Revealed
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