Pet Vaccinations

Vaccinations help protect dogs and cats from preventable diseases while supporting long-term wellness and community health. Below are answers to common questions pet owners ask about pet shots, booster schedules, and preventive care.

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Pet Vaccination FAQs

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How often do pets need vaccinations?
Vaccine schedules vary depending on your pet’s age, lifestyle, medical history, and vaccine type. Puppies and kittens require a series of vaccines during their first months of life, while adult pets may need annual or multi-year boosters.
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What vaccines are considered core vaccines for dogs and cats?

Core vaccines protect against several highly contagious and potentially deadly diseases that all pets are at risk of encountering, no matter their lifestyle.

For dogs, core vaccines include rabies and DAPP (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, and Parainfluenza).

Core vaccines for cats include rabies and FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia).

Depending on your location and pet’s exposure, we may recommend optional vaccines such as Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease, and FeLV (Feline Leukemia).

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Are indoor cats still supposed to receive vaccines?
Yes. Even indoor cats benefit from routine vaccinations. Some contagious diseases can be brought into the home through people, other pets, or unexpected exposure situations.
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When should puppies and kittens start vaccinations?
Puppies and kittens generally begin vaccinations around six to eight weeks of age, followed by a series of booster visits over the next several months.
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