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December 26 2011Position Opening
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Madison Veterinary Hospital
1605 Hughes Road
Madison, AL 35758
Phone: 256.837.9171
Fax: 256.837.3648
Email: info@madisonvet.com
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Hours:
Monday-Friday— 7:00am-6:00pm
Saturday— 7:00am-5:00pm
Sunday— 3:00pm-5:00pm (boarding facility only)
Holidays— closed
Pet Vaccinations
Protective Care Lasts a Lifetime with Pet Vaccinations
Madison Veterinary Hospital follows the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) guidelines for vaccinating your canine and feline companions. Typically, a vaccination schedule will be set up at the first Wellness Exam and ongoing checkups will be arranged around this schedule.
The type and frequency of vaccines are made on an individual basis. We consider age, breed, lifestyle, and travel habits to tailor a unique immunization protocol.
The following is an example of both canine and feline vaccination schedules.
Dogs
Types of canine vaccines that may be recommended are:
Distemper/adenovirus/parainfluenza/parvovirus (DAPP)—Annually
Rabies—3-year vaccine
Leptospirosis—Annually, as needed based on exposure to livestock or wildlife
Bordetella (kennel cough)—Annually, as needed based on requirements of kennel or other high-exposure environments
Puppy Series
Typical vaccines may include:
DHPP (distemper/hepatitis/parainfluenza/parvovirus)—Start at 6 weeks, then a booster every 3 weeks; 3 doses for most, but large breed dogs will need a 4th dose
Rabies—At 12 weeks
Leptospirosis—At 16 weeks if puppy has high exposure to livestock or wildlife
Bordetella (kennel cough)—Annually, as needed based on requirements of kennel or other high-exposure environments
Cats
Types of feline vaccines that may be recommended are:
Feline distemper/upper respiratory (FVRCP)—3-year vaccine
Rabies—3 year
Feline leukemia (FeLv)—Annually, as needed if your cat goes outdoors
Kitten Series
Typical vaccines may include:
FVRCP—Start at 9 weeks, then a booster every 3 weeks, at least 3 doses
Rabies—At 12 weeks
Feline leukemia/FIV test—At 6 weeks
FeLv—If FIV test is negative, at 9 weeks, then booster 3 weeks later
For owners of pocket pets or other small animals, we will discuss the need for vaccines at your Wellness Exam. Every companion animal deserves the best protection available from serious or deadly diseases.
Remember, too, that protecting your pet also protects you and your family from some transmittable diseases. Read more about diseases transmitted from animals, called zoonotic diseases, at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.
Read this interesting article from the AAHA website, Vaccinating Your Dog.
Cat owners will enjoy this AAHA article, Vaccinations for your Cat.
Vaccines are just the first step in preventive care. Learn about Heartworm and Flea Prevention for your pet.
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