Annual Pet Vaccinations Albuquerque
Get all of the annual pet vaccinations Albuquerque canines and felines need at Petroglyph Animal Hospital. We offer puppy vaccination series, kitten vaccinations, as well as annual and three-year boosters of rabies and other core vaccines. Visit us today, and let us help keep your furry friend protected.
Dog Vaccinations in Albuquerque
Rabies is a virus which is fatal to animals and humans. There is no treatment once infected, but regular vaccinations are very effective at preventing transmission. After your pet receives their initial vaccination, Petroglyph Animal Hospital recommends annual boosters. Your pet can also have a 3-year vaccination administered, with a booster shot every three years.
Distemper is an airborne virus that can cause neurological problems and death. Dogs over eight weeks old will require up to 5 boosters given three to four weeks apart. Your dog will require booster shots every one to three years.
Parvovirus is a highly contagious and persistent virus that can also be fatal. Parvovirus vaccine is administered on the same schedule as the distemper vaccination.
Bordetella vaccination annually is recommended for dogs whose lifestyle brings them in regular contact with other dogs at grooming or boarding facilities or dog parks.
Leptospirosis has recently been added to Petroglyph Animal Hospital’s list of core vaccines. This virus is found in the soil and water. Non-specific symptoms of infection can include lethargy, vomiting, or weight loss, and can also be fatal. Vaccination is given initially at 12 weeks and a booster three to four weeks later, then annually.
Cat Vaccinations in Albuquerque
Rabies is also a core vaccination for all cats, whether they are indoor-only or if they go outside, due to the possibility of transmission to people. Your cat will receive an initial vaccine at 12 weeks and every one to three years after that.
Rhinotracheitis is also known as feline herpes. This virus can cause respiratory illness in your cat. Vaccination is done at 8 weeks and at three- to four-week intervals for a total of three vaccines. Your cat should get a booster every one to three years after that.
Calicivirus is another source of upper respiratory disease. The vaccine is often combined with Rhinotracheitis and Panleukopenia into one vaccine so they may all be administered together at the same schedule.
Panleukopenia virus, also called feline distemper, is potentially the most serious of these three common viruses. It affects kittens most often and can be fatal. Prevention via a regular vaccination schedule is the most effective way to keep your cat or kitten safe from this disease.
Feline Leukemia is another highly transmissible virus that has a very effective vaccine available. Petroglyph Animal Hospital recommends every cat, regardless of risk, receive at least a two-vaccine regimen at 8 weeks of age, given at a three to four-week interval. Cats with potential exposure to strays or unvaccinated animals should be boostered every subsequent two years.
Comprehensive Canine and Feline Care and Vaccinations
Petroglyph Animal Hospital is your local source for complete animal healthcare. We offer a full range of medical, dental, and surgical services for animals of all shapes and sizes. With a commitment to your pet’s continued health, our compassionate veterinary team will provide your furry family member with the love, attention, and care they need to live long and happy lives.
Dogs and cats hold a special place in all our hearts. Providing them with the necessary core and recommended non-core yearly vaccinations is a great way to protect them from many serious, often fatal, diseases. Stop by Petroglyph Animal Hospital today and speak with one of our friendly veterinary professionals to determine which annual pet vaccinations Albuquerque dogs and cats require.
Contact Petroglyph Animal Hospital Today
We understand that pet owners want the very best for their companions. That’s why at Petroglyph Animal Hospital, we offer the most comprehensive care in Albuquerque. Contact us today to make an appointment!