Vaccinations for Dogs and Cats Essential Protection

Vaccinations for Dogs and Cats Essential Protection

    Vaccinating dogs and cats is crucial in Thailand, where there are still reports of infections that are difficult to treat or have a high mortality rate. Vaccinations are necessary to prevent and reduce the severity of these diseases.

In this article, we will discuss:

    Important infectious diseases in dogs and cats that currently have preventive vaccines, divided into: Core vaccines that require annual boosters and Optional vaccines for pets with low infection risk

    Vaccination schedule for dogs and cats in their first year, which is the foundation for their good health

    Vaccine allergic reactions that pet parents should be aware of to observe their pets after each vaccination, as allergic reactions can occur even with regularly administered vaccines

Important Infectious Diseases in Dogs

  • Canine distemper
  • Canine Parvovirus
  • Leptospirosis
  • Infectious Canine Hepatitis (Canine Adenovirus)
  • Canine Infectious Tracheobronchitis (Kennel cough)
  • Rabies

Essential Vaccine Schedule for Puppies in Their First Year

  • 8 weeks old 5-in-1 combination vaccine 1st dose
  • 12 weeks old 5-in-1 combination vaccine 2nd dose
  • 14 weeks old Rabies vaccine 1st dose
  • 16 weeks old 5-in-1 combination vaccine 3rd dose
  • 18 weeks old Rabies vaccine 2nd dose
  • 1 year old Rabies vaccine 3rd dose (then annually)

Other important information about vaccines for dogs

    The 5-in-1 combination vaccine includes protection against distemper, parvovirus, leptospirosis, hepatitis, and parainfluenza

    High-risk puppies can start the 5-in-1 vaccine at 6 weeks old, with a booster at 6 months.     High-risk puppies include: Those who didn't receive colostrum from their mother or Those in areas with high risk of parvovirus or distemper

    For dogs older than 16 weeks that have never been vaccinated, it's recommended to give two doses of each vaccine, 3-4 weeks apart, then annually

Optional vaccines:

    Bordetella Bronchiseptica vaccine, given nasally or orally

  • For dogs under 16 weeks: one dose after 3 or 8 weeks of age
  • For dogs over 16 weeks: one dose
  • Annual boosters thereafter

Avoid bathing dogs for 7 days after vaccination


Important Infectious Diseases in Cats

  • Feline panleukopenia (Feline parvovirus)
  • Feline infectious upper respiratory tract disease
  • Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP)
  • Feline leukemia virus (FeLV)
  • Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)
  • Rabies

Essential Vaccine Schedule for Kittens in Their First Year

  • 8 weeks old Combination vaccine for feline panleukopenia + upper respiratory diseases 1st dose
  • 12 weeks old Combination vaccine for feline panleukopenia + upper respiratory diseases 2nd dose
  • 14 weeks old Rabies vaccine 1st dose
  • 16 weeks old Combination vaccine for feline panleukopenia + upper respiratory diseases 3rd dose Feline Leukemia vaccine 1st dose
  • 18 weeks old Rabies vaccine 2nd dose
  • 20 weeks old Feline Leukemia vaccine 2nd dose"

Other important information about vaccines for cats

    FeLV testing is recommended before the first FeLV vaccination

    High-risk kittens can start the combined vaccine for panleukopenia and respiratory diseases at 6 weeks old, with a booster at 6 months. High-risk kittens include:

    Those who didn't receive colostrum from their mother

    Those in areas with high risk of panleukopenia

    For cats older than 16 weeks that have never been vaccinated, it's recommended to give two doses of each vaccine, 3-4 weeks apart, then annually

Avoid bathing cats for 7 days after vaccination


    While vaccines are crucial for protecting dogs and cats against severe diseases by stimulating their immune system, they can, like other medications, potentially cause allergic reactions. To help pet parents recognize these reactions promptly, we've compiled a list of potential allergic symptoms.

Vaccine Allergic Reactions in Dogs and Cats

    Most allergic reactions appear within 30 minutes after vaccination. If you notice any of these symptoms, take your pet to a veterinarian immediately:

General symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, difficulty breathing

Severe symptoms: Visible swelling of the eyelids, face, throat, tongue, or genitals

    Although these allergic reactions are rare, for safety, pet parents should closely observe their dogs and cats after vaccination. If any of the above abnormalities are noticed, seek veterinary care immediately.


Source : https://arakanimal.com/articles/dog-and-cat-vaccine

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