Essential Pet Vaccinations for Puppies and Kittens: What You Need to Know

Importance of Vaccinations:

• Vaccinations are essential for protecting your pet from life-threatening diseases. They help build immunity and ensure your pet stays healthy throughout their life.

• The vaccination process typically starts at 6-8 weeks, continuing through a series of shots until your pet reaches 16 weeks of age. Follow-up boosters are often necessary to maintain immunity.

Core Vaccines:

1. For Puppies:

   • Distemper, parvovirus, adenovirus, and rabies are crucial. These protect against serious illnesses that can be fatal if not prevented.

2. For Kittens:

   • Feline distemper (panleukopenia), herpesvirus, calicivirus, and rabies. These vaccines help prevent diseases that are common among cats, especially those that may go outdoors.

Non-Core Vaccines:

• Some vaccines are recommended based on your pet’s lifestyle. For example:

  • Dogs: Kennel cough vaccines for pets that frequent parks or kennels.

  • Cats: Feline leukemia vaccines for outdoor or multi-cat households.

• It’s essential to discuss these options with your vet to tailor the vaccination plan to your pet’s needs.

Keeping Vaccines Updated:

• Ensure you keep a schedule for booster shots as recommended by your vet. This is particularly important if you plan to use pet daycare or boarding facilities, as they often require up-to-date vaccination records.

• Keeping your pet’s vaccines updated also reduces the risk of disease spread in your community.

At Pet Adda:

• While we don't provide vaccination services, we know trusted local veterinarians and can provide you with their contact information to ensure your pets receive the best care possible.