Vaccination Services
At Goosetown Animal Hospital, we provide a robust vaccination program designed to shield your pets from numerous infectious diseases, enhancing their quality of life and longevity. Understanding that each pet’s health needs are unique, our veterinarians craft personalized vaccination plans based on a comprehensive evaluation of your pet’s health, lifestyle, and risk exposure.
Customized Immunization Strategies
Our approach to pet vaccines is guided by the latest standards and recommendations from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). These guidelines help us formulate an immunization strategy that considers:
• Age and Medical History: Tailoring vaccine schedules according to the specific life stage and past health records of your pet.
• Lifestyle and Exposure Risks: Activities your pet engages in—such as outdoor adventures or socializing with other animals—dictate their risk and therefore their need for certain vaccines.
Core and Lifestyle-Specific Vaccinations
We offer both core vaccines, essential for all pets, and lifestyle-specific vaccines, which are recommended based on your pet’s daily activities and environments.
Canine Vaccinations:
• DHPP: Protects against Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus.
• Rabies: Required by law, this vaccine protects against a fatal virus affecting all mammals.
• Bordetella: Recommended for dogs frequently interacting with others, to prevent kennel cough.
• Leptospirosis: Particularly vital in regions with wildlife exposure and standing water; often combined with the distemper vaccine.
Feline Vaccinations
• FVRCP: Covers Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and
Panleukopenia.
• Rabies: A legal requirement that protects against a fatal neurological virus.
• FELV (Feline Leukemia): Recommended for outdoor cats or those in high-contact environments
Protecting the Young
Puppies and kittens require a series of vaccinations starting at a young age due to their developing immune systems. These vaccinations are staged several weeks apart to ensure optimal protection as maternal antibodies wane. We also test kittens for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
(FIV) during their initial visits.
Continuous Health Monitoring
Regular visits to Goosetown Animal Hospital allow us to maintain up-to-date vaccination records and adapt your pet’s immunization needs as they age. Keeping your pet vaccinated is a critical component of preventive health care and plays a key role in them leading a long, healthy life.
At Goosetown Animal Hospital, we are committed to protecting your pets against preventable diseases through tailored vaccination plans. We are your partners in ensuring that your beloved pets remain safe, healthy, and happy throughout their
lives.