Routine & Preventative Pet Care

Dogs: should receive a primary vaccination course either started by the breeder or here at the clinic by your veterinarian. This usually consists of either 2 or 3 shots depending on the age of your puppy.  Some of these diseases can be fatal or cause severe illness. Following the primary vaccination course, annual booster vaccinations are needed to keep you dogs immunity levels raised. Kennel cough vaccines can be given yearly and are mandatory if your dog visits kennels and should be considered if you dog visits groomers, goes to day care or mixes with other dogs. Canine cough is a very common disease and vaccination should be considered in all dogs. For dogs travelling to the UK or Europe, your dog will need to be vaccinated against Rabies and hold a valid Pet Passport.

Cats: Kittens can be vaccinated from 9 weeks of age and require a vaccination course of two injections to protect against infectious respiratory diseases and feline leukaemia and panleukopenia virus. After the initial injection has been given, the second injection is administered 3-4 weeks later. After the initial primary course of vaccination (unless more than 12 months have lapsed), your cat will just require an annual booster to keep their immunity up to date.

Rabbits: Rabbits can be vaccinated from 5 weeks of age. Rabbits should be vaccinated against both myxomatosis and VHD (viral haemorrhagic disease). After the initial vaccination as a baby rabbit, they require yearly boosters. Even indoor rabbits should be vaccinated, as viral haemorrhagic diarrhoea can last for months in the environment and can be carried by biting flies, on bedding, clothing and even hay.