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Pet Vaccinations in Owen Sound
Pet Vaccinations Near me
Protecting your pet from preventable diseases starts with the right vaccinations.
We believe that preventative care is one of the most important aspects of maintaining your pet’s health. There are a variety of diseases that affect dogs, cats and ferrets so proper vaccination of your pet is vital in protecting them. Vaccinations are accompanied by a consultation and examination with our veterinarians to make certain that your pet’s condition is stable enough to receive them.
Why Pet Vaccines Matter:
Protect against dangerous diseases like rabies, distemper, and parvovirus
Support long-term immunity for your pet
Required for boarding, travel, and grooming services
Helps stop the spread of contagious illnesses in the community
Our Vaccination Services Include:
Puppy & kitten vaccine series
Adult pet booster shots
Rabies, DHPP, FVRCP, Bordetella, and more
Lifestyle-based vaccine recommendations
Travel and boarding documentation
When Should My Pet Be Vaccinated?
Vaccinations are essential for puppies, kittens, and young ferrets as their immune systems are still developing. Core pet vaccines usually start at 8 weeks of age and are repeated every 4 weeks until 16 weeks.
Our veterinarians in Owen Sound will create a personalized pet vaccination schedule for your adult dog, cat, or ferret based on lifestyle, exposure risks, and travel needs.
- Recommended dog vaccines: DA2PPV (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza-Parvovirus), Leptospirosis, and Rabies
- Optional dog vaccines: Bordetella (Kennel Cough), Lyme Disease vaccine
- Recommended cat vaccines: FVRCP (Feline Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia), and Rabies
- Optional cat vaccine: Feline Leukemia (FeLV) vaccine
- Recommended ferret vaccines: Distemper vaccine for ferrets and Rabies
Kitten Vaccinations
Kittens need early protection from serious illnesses like feline rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, panleukopenia, chlamydia, feline leukemia and rabies.
To keep your kitten safe and healthy, they’ll need a series of core vaccinations given over their first few months of life. Our veterinary team is here to guide you through the recommended vaccination timeline based on your kitten’s age and needs. Contact us today to get your kitten started on the right paw!
Puppy Vaccinations
Our veterinarians recommend a full set of core vaccinations to help protect your puppy from harmful diseases, including DHPP (distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza and parvovirus), Bordetella, leptospirosis and rabies.
To ensure your puppy stays healthy during their early months, they’ll need a series of vaccines given at regular intervals. Reach out to our team to discuss a personalized vaccination plan that supports your puppy’s health and growth.
Questions
FAQ
Vaccinations protect your puppy from life-threatening diseases like parvovirus, distemper, and rabies. They help build immunity during early growth stages and prevent the spread of infectious illnesses.
Puppies typically start vaccinations at 6–8 weeks old, with booster shots every 3–4 weeks until 16 weeks. Your vet will create a personalized puppy vaccination schedule based on their needs.
Vaccines are safe and widely used. Some dogs may experience mild side effects like fatigue, swelling at the injection site, or a slight fever. Severe reactions are rare and should be reported to your vet immediately.
The rabies vaccine is highly effective and legally required in most areas. It provides strong protection for your dog and helps prevent the transmission of this fatal disease to humans and other animals.
Missing a dose may reduce your puppy’s protection. It’s important to contact your vet as soon as possible to resume the vaccination plan and ensure your puppy stays safe from preventable diseases.
