Cat and Dog Vaccinations in Hamden
It’s more expensive to treat an illness than it is to prevent it. It can also be more emotional for both the pet and the owner. That’s why we emphasize preventive care in the form of cat and dog vaccinations here at Spring Glen Veterinary Clinic. Vaccines help protect pets from certain illnesses—some of which can be fatal, so we recommend that they be included with every dog’s and cat’s wellness exam. We offer both core and non-core (see below), which allows us to meet the lifestyle needs of all of our canine and feline patients. Consider the following FAQs to learn more about pet vaccines and why they’re so important.
To book an appointment at Spring Glen Veterinary Clinic call 203-248-2104 or use our online form!
How Cat and Dog Vaccines Work
Vaccines contain antigens, which are substances that are foreign to the body and evoke an immune response. They mimic a virus or disease, but without causing the full symptoms of the illness. When the vaccine is introduced to the body, the immune system is stimulated, and antibodies are created. As a result, if a pet is ever exposed to the real illness for which it was vaccinated (Bordetella, distemper, etc.), its body will be more prepared to fight it off.
Core and Non-Core Cat and Dog Vaccines in Hamden
Core and non-core cat and dog vaccines depend on your pet’s lifestyle and risk of exposure to a certain illness. Core vaccines are typically universally recommended for all dogs and cats, even if they spend most of their lives indoors. This is because these illnesses are very serious and/or can be transmitted to humans, such as rabies. Non-core vaccines are recommended only for pets that may have a high risk of exposure to a certain disease or illness, such as feline leukemia with outdoor cats. During your pet’s wellness visit, we’ll ask a series of questions to determine if any non-core vaccines are needed with the core ones.
Needed Core Cat and Dog Vaccines
The following are the core vaccines that we recommend for dogs and cats:
- Rabies
- Canine distemper
- Canine hepatitis
- Canine parvovirus
- Canine parainfluenza
- Feline distemper
- Feline calicivirus
- Feline herpes virus type I
If your pet is due for their vaccinations, call 203-248-2104 or use our online form to book an appointment.
