The DHPP vaccine is a combination vaccine that provides protection against canine (D) distemper, infectious (H) hepatitis/adenovirus and(P) parvovirus, as well as (P) parainfluenza. Every dog should be given these core vaccines, regardless of lifestyle or location.
Bordetella vaccinations are recommended for dogs that will be boarded, groomed, or will be coming into contact with other dogs. Bordetella bronchiseptica is the most common bacteria responsible for kennel cough in dogs.
Leptospirosis is a disease caused by leptospira bacteria that is often found in soil, puddles, streams, lakes, and rivers. The leptospirosis vaccine is an annual injection that can effectively prevent leptospirosis in dogs. This bacterium is zoonotic and can transfer to humans.
The Lyme vaccine helps to prevent Lyme disease in dogs, a bacterial infection that is transmitted by deer ticks that live in woods and tall grasses.
Rabies vaccinations are recommended for dogs that are age 4 months and older. The initial vaccine is good for 1 year. After that first year, the rabies vaccine is good for 3 years. This vaccine is mandatory for the state of Michigan and must be up to date when acquiring a yearly canine license for the County of Monroe.
DHP is a combination vaccine that covers the viral diseases (D) distemper, infectious (H) hepatitis and (P) parvovirus all in one.
Canine influenza, also known as dog flu, is a highly contagious viral infection affecting dogs and also cats.
Canine coronavirus is a highly infectious intestinal infection specific to dogs, especially puppies. Coronavirus attacks the intestinal tract with common symptoms such as diarrhea, loss of appetite, vomiting, and fever. The virus spreads through contact with oral secretions or infected feces.
Feline FVRCP Combination (feline distemper) vaccination is for Feline (R) Rhinotracheitis, (C) Calicivirus, and (P) Panleukapenia. This vaccine protects against common upper respiratory diseases that cats can catch even if they live indoors.
Feline Leukemia vaccines are recommended for cats that go outdoors. This vaccine is designed to help protect cats from exposure to leukemia. Our vet recommends having a FeLV test before receiving this vaccine.
Although the rabies vaccination is not required for all cats in the state of Michigan, it is highly recommended that your cat is vaccinated.
Heartworm disease is a serious and progressive disease. The earlier it is detected, the better the chances that your pet will recover. The test requires a small blood sample and is recommended to be performed yearly. It will detect the presence of heartworm proteins.
Fecal tests are done to detect intestinal parasites in your pet. This test is done by examining a stool sample.