When to give them how often and the diseases they prevent

 Core vs Non-core vaccines  A brief explanation of each vaccine followed by vaccination protocol  Talking points with clients

 Core vaccines are considered vital to all dogs based on risk of exposure, severity of the disease or risk to humans and those which are required by law. Canine parvovirus Distemper Canine hepatitis Rabies  Non-core vaccines are given depending on the dog’s risk of exposure. Bordetella bronchiseptica (Kennel cough) Canine influenza Leptospira bacteria (Leptosporosis) Rattle snake vaccine Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease) – not offered at WAH

 Canine DAPP Distemper Adenovirus Parainfluenza Parvovirus  1 st vaccine at 6 wks given every 3 wks until 16 wks old  Annually or every 3 years (doctor discretion)

 Virus that affects the respiratory tract, conjunctiva of the eye, GI and central nervous system  CS: sneezing, coughing, thick mucous coming from the eyes and nose. Followed by fever, lethargy, v/d  The disease may progress to neurologic symptoms which will be permanent.  Vaccine highly effective at prevention

 Highly contagious virus that attacks rapidly dividing cells, the most severely affected is the intestines  white blood cells and the heart can also be affected  CS: lethargy, severe vomiting and foul smelling diarrhea  Puppy vaccines ~$100  Average cost of treatment $

 Virus that attacks the respiratory tract and is a player in kennel cough  CS: dry-hacking cough, fever, nasal discharge, lethargy, anorexia (signs associated with kennel cough)

 Adenovirus 2 is related to Adenovirus 1 and vaccination protects against both viruses (cross protection)  Adenovirus 1 causes canine hepatitis Causes damage to liver cells CS: range from slight fever, vomiting and abdominal pain to death due to liver failure  Adenovirus 2 causes respiratory infections and is one of the organisms that causes kennel cough CS: similar to kennel cough

 This vaccine is required by law in all states  It prevents….rabies! Which is a human health concern (ie. Zoonotic).  Vaccine frequency varies by state but in Texas:  1 st vaccine between 12wks-6mo  2 nd vaccine 1 year later, then either every year or every 3 years

Rabies Distemper ParvoParainfluenza Adenovirus

 Two different versions available: Intranasal Injectable  Intranasal is the most common Provides immunity at the site of infection Effective in as little as 48 hrs Given at 6 weeks then every 6 mo  Injectable given only to very aggressive dogs typically Given at 8 wks, initial series requires 2 vaccines 2-4 wks apart

 Organisms in the Kennel cough vaccine Bordetella bronchiseptica Adenovirus type 2 Parainfluenza  CS: Persistent dry hacking/honking cough, lethargy, +/- anorexia and slight fever, severe cases may progress to pneumonia  When to give: The dog goes to the groomer, boards or goes to dog parks

 Type A H3N8 recognized originally in racing greyhounds, now seen in our pets  Given to animals that will board or go to dog parks  1 st vaccine after 6 wks of age, 2 vaccines 2-4 wks apart, then every year  CS: Similar to Kennel Cough

 Type A H3N8 recognized originally in racing greyhounds, now seen in our pets  Given to animals that will board or go to dog parks  1 st vaccine after 6 wks of age, 2 vaccines 2-4 wks apart, then every year  CS: Similar to Kennel Cough

 Zoonotic – ie humans can get it  Given to animals that hunt or could potentially drink from standing water that wildlife has urinated in and dogs that hunt rodents  1 st vaccine after 12 wks, initial series is 2 vaccines 2-4 wks apart  Best given as a single vaccine (not with other vaccines)  Numerous strains of the bacteria cause disease, vaccine protects against 4

 Spirochete bacteria (like it sounds spiral shaped bacteria)  Animals infected by coming in contact with urine most commonly (also venereally, placenta, bite wounds or ingestion of infected tissue)  The bacteria most commonly affects the kidneys, liver and blood vessels  CS: Fever, muscle tenderness, vomiting, depression, bleeding disorders, renal failure and even death

 Meant to lessen the severity of toxic effects from a bite  Only recommended to dogs at a high risk of exposure  Designed for the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake There are many rattlesnake varieties in the US (may provide some cross protection between species of snake)  1 st at 16wks 2 vaccines 4 wks apart then yearly

 Most common: Pain/swelling at the vaccine site (this is why we give the vaccines in the same spot every time so we know which one caused a problem) Mild fever Decreased activity/appetite  More serious but less common: Vomiting/diarrhea (especially cats) Facial swelling Hives Difficulty breathing Collapse

 Rabies – R rear  DHPP – R shoulder  Influenza – L shoulder