Expert Vaccination Care for Your Pet
At Parkland Animal Clinic, we follow the vaccination and preventive care guidelines set by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Vaccines are an essential part of keeping your pet healthy and are typically very safe and well-tolerated. The protection they provide far outweighs any minor risks.
If your pet has experienced a reaction to vaccines in the past, our team will work closely with you to create a customized vaccination plan that keeps your pet protected while minimizing risk. We also offer vaccine titer testing upon request to help assess your pet’s current immunity levels.
Essential and Risk-based Vaccines for Dogs and Cats
Core canine vaccines include:
- Rabies – A fatal virus that affects the nervous system and can be transmitted to humans.
- Parvovirus – A serious and contagious virus causing severe gastrointestinal illness, especially in puppies.
- Distemper – A highly contagious and often deadly virus that attacks the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems.
- Adenovirus – A virus that affects the liver and can lead to infectious canine hepatitis.
- Leptospirosis – A bacterial infection found in soil and water that can cause severe kidney and liver damage.
Optional Canine Vaccines (Based on Lifestyle & Risk Factors):
- Kennel Cough – Protects against Parainfluenza and Bordetella; often required for grooming.
- Canine Influenza – Available for both H3N8 and H3N2 strains to prevent respiratory illness.
- Lyme Disease – A tick-borne disease that can lead to joint pain, kidney issues, and other serious health concerns.
Core Feline Vaccines:
- Rabies – Protects against the fatal, zoonotic virus.
- Feline Herpesvirus (FHV-1) – A leading cause of upper respiratory infections in cats.
- Calicivirus – Another common cause of upper respiratory disease, often leading to oral ulcers.
- Panleukopenia – A highly contagious parvovirus-related illness that causes vomiting, diarrhea, and immune suppression.
Optional Feline Vaccine (Based on Risk):
- Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) – A contagious virus that weakens the immune system and can lead to cancer and other serious illnesses.
