Your Puppy's Vaccinations

 Your puppy will arrive up to date on all of his or her vaccinations!

One of the most important things you can do for your puppy's health is to be sure to continue the vaccination schedule.

This is very important as your young puppy's immune system isn't fully protected without them.

Vaccinations are worth the cost! It is fairly cheap to protect their lives against these harmful and sometimes deadly diseases.

It is also extremely important not to take your puppy out into dog parks or public places where other dogs potty until after her or his second vaccination at 11-12 weeks.

 It takes this time to build immunity.

*Please leave your puppy in its crate at the vet office until vet is ready for exam.

 There are sick dogs there and lots of germs. 

Indian Creek Ranch Puppy Vaccination Schedule

We will provide you with a complete Medical Record of all puppy vaccines and deworming's. As well as a To Do List on upcoming vaccines at your vet appointments.

Your core vaccines (DA2PPV) will be administered in a series of three shots while others will be on time every year or few years. Remember, the cost of a puppy is greatest in its first year, the cost will go down as they age.

* See Medical Record Sample at bottom of this page.

6 Weeks: Puppy gets its first NeoPar Parvo Vaccination-this is the best and strongest vaccine available

8 Weeks: Puppy gets its first 5-way Puppy vaccination (Distemper- Adenovirus Type-2 (Hepatitis) -Parainfluenza- Parvovirus)

11-12 Weeks: Second  5-Way in the Series

14-16 Weeks: Third  5-Way in Series

We recommend Rabies at 12 weeks if flying, or 16 weeks, or at next visit. 

Optional:  Add Lepto to the 14-16 week Vaccination, Coronavirus,  Lyme, and Bordetella

9 Months: Booster DA2PPV Vaccine with Lepto

Once Yearly after first year: 7-Way or 9-Way,  and Rabies 

 Never forget to consult a vet before deciding on treatment.

Vet’s have years of experience and know more about the local laws and

your pet situation ensuring that they can give the best and most relevant advice.

  Prevention is key.

What vaccines do puppies need?

You might have heard that your new puppy needs all kinds of shots to be safe. It’s true, they are just like kids, they need to be protected from viruses and diseases from a young age. The main difference, however, is what shots they will need. In this list, we’ve given you an overview of each major problem that a shot can help with. Of course, don’t forget to talk to your vet as they will know more based on your location, situation and specifics. 

 
    1.Canine Distemper: 

Spreadable through air by the sneeze or cough of an infected animal, this contagious disease is caused by a virus. Serious to your pet’s health, distemper many of your dog’s vital systems. With no cure, it can cause discharge, fever, coughing, vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, death, and more. As before, a shot is a great way to protect your pet. Also, don’t’ forget to keep your furry child from sharing toys, food, and water with strange pets!

       2.Canine Hepatitis: 

(Adenovirus) This is another non-curable but preventable disease among dogs. It’s highly contagious and affects the liver, kidneys, spleen, lungs, and the eyes. Unrelated to human hepatitis, symptoms range from a slight fever to jaundice and pain around the liver. Most dogs can overcome the mild form of this disease; however, the severe form can kill even an otherwise healthy pet.

           3. Canine Parainfluenza: 

One of several viruses that can contribute to kennel cough and is easily prevented.

4. Canine Parvovirus:

 Parvo is a highly contagious virus that affects all dogs. However, unvaccinated dogs and puppies less than four months of age are at the most risk and should be kept safe. This virus attacks the GI system to create loss of appetite, vomiting, fever, and diarrhea. Highly deadly, the dehydration resulting from this virus can come on rapidly and kill a dog within 72 hours. There is no cure, though keeping the dog hydrated and controlling the secondary symptoms will help him keep going until his immune system beats the illness.

5. Rabies:

The most known issue of all the animal kingdom, rabies is a viral disease that any mammals can get. It invades the central nervous system and causes everything from headache and anxiety to hallucinations, fear of water, and death. Transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal, treatment within hours of infection is essential to stave off death. This is a required vaccination by many states and countries. Some puppies traveling at 12 weeks need rabies. Others should receive it around 16 weeks of age.

            Other Valuable Vaccinations to consider:

1. Heartworm:  Perhaps the most well-known, this is issue can be taken care of with regular treatment in the form of a monthly pill. These worms lodge in the right side of the heart and can travel through the rest of the body sometimes invading the liver and kidneys. Growing upto 14 inches long, if clumped together, they can block and injure organs. Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes and tests are made vial bloodwork.

2.  Kennel Cough:  This is optional but you may want to add it if your puppy will be in daycare. Also known as infectious tracheobronchitis, kennel cough results from the inflammation of the upper airways. It can be caused by a few different reasons and often involves multiple infections simultaneously. In rare cases it can be deadly, though for the most part it is mild and can be prevented. 

     3.  Leptospirosis:  This disease is caused by bacteria, rather than a virus as many of the rest on this list. Worldwide in soil and water, this zoonotic disease can be spread from animals to people. Antibiotics are effective and best when used right away. Look for, fever, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite, infertility, severe weakness and lethargy, stiffness, jaundice, muscle pain, kidney failure, and liver failure in both humans and pets that have this infection.

   4.  Lyme Disease:   This too is optional at your vet office.  Unlike their human friends, dogs don’t get the famous “bull’s-eye” rash that people exposed to Lyme disease often do. In fact, no such telltale symptom occurs in dogs. Lyme disease is a, tick-borne disease caused by a bacterium called a spirochete. An infected dog can be spotted by a sudden limping, swollen lymph nodes, an increase in temperature, and lack of appetite. If left untreated it can affect a number of things and can even lead to neurological disorders. A course of antibiotics is extremely helpful, though since Lime Disease is incurable, relapses can occur.

  5. Corona Virus:  This virus usually affects dogs’ gastrointestinal systems or respiratory systems. There is no drug that can kill it, but you can help prevent it through vaccination. Signs include including loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Why Should You Vaccinate Your Puppy?

To many, it might be no question to vaccinate your new pet. However, there are more reasons that vaccination is vital for your new puppy. We’ve gotten the five best pro-vaccination reasons together in one short list.

1. Widespread vaccination prevents infection: Getting your pet vaccinated will ensure that those that can’t get vaccinated stay safe. If you don’t get our pet vaccinated, even though most others are, you still run much higher a risk of not only getting your pet infected, but others as well.

2.  Prevention of zoonotic disease: As mentioned for leptospirosis, there are some viruses and bacteria that can be transferred from pet to human. By getting your pet vaccinated, you not only help your pet stay safe, but you and your family as well. Think of another example, rabies.

3.  It’s the law: In many cities, states, and countries, getting your pet vaccinated is the law. Sometimes only rabies is required while other places might require you to get more shots. Always check with local laws to make sure you aren’t in danger of getting a ticket or you pet taken away.

4.  Vaccinations can help to prevent costly medical bills: Your new family member can get into a lot of trouble when playing with their friends. Just like a kid, they can catch a number of things from the ones they play with. Should you choose not to vaccinate, this could end in a trip to the pet ER for bloodwork, pills, and medical help.

5.  Vaccination will help ensure a long happy life: In the end, vaccination is just a smart thing to do. While not fool-proof, vaccination can help your pet live a longer and healthier life away from preventable disease and death.

Getting any and all recommended vaccinations your vet prescribes

can keep your pet away from things that

 could harm both him and you!