Vaccinations
Vaccination is very important for your pets – it protects them from all sorts of diseases that could make them very ill and may potentially be fatal.
For dogs we vaccinate against:
- Canine Distemper
- Infection Canine Hepatitis
- Canine Parvovirus
- ParainfluenzaLeptospirosis
- Kennel Cough (Bordetella bronchiseptica)
For cats we vaccinate against:
- Cat flu: Feline Rhinotracheitis and Feline Calicivirus
- Feline Panleucopaenia Virus (Enteritis)
- Feline Leukaemia Virus
For rabbits we vaccinate against:
- Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease (RHD)
- Myxomatosis
Frequently Asked Questions
When should your pets be vaccinated?
For dogs and cats, an initial vaccination course involves two injections a few weeks apart and then your dog or cat will require yearly boosters keep their immunity topped up. With rabbits an initial single inoculation will provide immunity against both diseases with future annual boosters required.
What is a vaccine?
The vaccine contains a dead or “attenuated” (altered) version of the microorganism that causes the disease. When injected this will instigate an immune response in your pet. If your pet encounters the true disease microorganism in the future its immune system will already be prepared due to the memory white blood cells.
Will it matter if your dog or cat misses a year?
Yes – Vaccine doses are designed to provide the optimum protection for your pet given that it will receive a regular booster. There is a slight overlap of protection but the vaccine’s effectiveness reduces over time.
What about rabies?
These days there is no rabies in the UK but your pet will require a vaccination if traveling abroad. Please see the DEFRA website for more information. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pet-travel-to-europe-after-brexit
Going on holiday?
Your boarding kennels or cattery will need to see proof of vaccination as their requirements are set by the local authority. We can complete a vaccination certificate for you to show to the boarding facility.