Vaccinations
Pet Vaccinations in Bernville
Vaccinations are a critical part of preventative care for your pet. Vaccines protect our pets from many diseases including rabies, distemper, and Lyme disease. Each dog and cat is different, so our veterinarians develop custom vaccination plans for every pet. Our veterinarians will determine which vaccinations your pet needs and how often they will be administered.
For more information about our recommended pet vaccinations in Bernville, call (610) 488-0166 or contact us online today.
Recommended Vaccinations for Dogs in Bernville
All dogs must be vaccinated for rabies as required by Pennsylvania state law. We also vaccinate all dogs in our practice for distemper and parvo. Because central Pennsylvania has one of the highest rates of Lyme disease in the United States, we highly recommend that each dog receives a vaccination for it as well. Finally, if your pet goes to the groomer, kennel, or obedience classes, we may recommend the kennel cough and canine flu vaccines for your dog.
Core Vaccinations for Cats
All cats must also be vaccinated for rabies as required by Pennsylvania state law. All cats in our practice are also vaccinated for distemper and upper respiratory disease viruses. Finally, cats who go outdoors are vaccinated against feline leukemia.
It is essential to consult with a veterinarian at Bernville Veterinary Pet Spa & Resort to discuss your pet’s specific needs and to create a vaccination schedule tailored to their lifestyle and risk factors. We can provide guidance on when and how often these vaccinations should be administered to ensure the best protection for your furry friend. Regular check-ups and vaccinations are crucial for maintaining your pet’s overall health and well-being.
To make an appointment for your pet to be vaccinated, call (610) 488-0166 or contact us online. We welcome pets from Hamburg, Leesport, and Schuylkill and Berks counties.
Additional Information
The frequency of vaccines will depend on a number of factors, including the type of pet you have. For example, you should make sure that your dog completes the initial series of core vaccines administered at the puppy stage, as well as booster shots at one year of age. Following the one-year boosters, it’s recommended that the distemper, adenovirus, and parvovirus core vaccines be administered once every three years.
Additionally, some vaccination schedules are regulated by local and state law. States and municipalities govern how often rabies boosters are administered. In Pennsylvania, a three-year effective rabies booster is adequate.
Non-core vaccines should be administered whenever the risk of disease is significant. For example, the kennel cough vaccine should be administered once every year or once every six months. If your pet boards a lot or goes to doggie daycare, you may consider vaccinating for kennel cough every six months.
Vaccinations can be administered during routine wellness exams. Vaccine reactions are generally nonexistent. However, if your pet does have a reaction which may include swelling or local pain, call your veterinarian immediately. Most reactions will occur soon after the vaccination.
Although some of your pet’s vaccines are administered every three years, this does not mean you should skip your pet’s yearly wellness exam. Routine wellness exams provide the opportunity for your veterinarian to detect and prevent problems at an early stage. Visit our Preventative Care page to learn more.
To schedule a routine wellness exam for your pet, or to make an appointment for pet vaccinations in Quakertown, contact us at (215) 515-8810 for small animals or (215) 515-6909 for large animals today.