Core Canine and Feline Vaccinations from a Veterinarian Near You in Creedmoor, NC

Have your pets received up-to-date core vaccinations? These shots give your beloved pets protection from potentially deadly illnesses. But which cat & dog vaccines are considered core?

Our veterinarian near you can update their vaccines as needed. At South Granville Animal Hospital, our veterinary team in Creedmoor, NC, offers these as part of routine care. We’ll walk you through which shots are core vaccines for felines and canines — and why they’re so important!

What Core Vaccines Does My Dog Need?

Our vet recommends the following canine core vaccinations:

●          Rabies

●          DHPP

The law requires dogs to have rabies shots. These vaccines protect your pup from a disease that’s 100% fatal — there’s no cure for it! Dogs can get this disease from infected animals, both wild and other pets.

DHPP vaccines keep dogs safe from multiple illnesses, including:

●          Distemper

●          Parainfluenza

●          Parvovirus

●          Adenovirus (hepatitis)

Some of these diseases can lead to deadly complications or serious illness in dogs.

What Core Vaccinations Does My Cat Need?

For felines, our veterinary team recommends these core vaccines:

●          Rabies

●          Feline panleukopenia (FPV)

●          Feline viral rhinotracheitis or herpes virus type 1 (FHV-1)

●          Feline caliciviruses

●          Feline leukemia virus (FeLV)

These diseases can be serious — or even fatal — for cats. As with dogs, cats need rabies shots by law. Note that the FeLV vaccine is only considered core for felines that are 1 year old or younger.

Are Core Vaccines Safe?

Yes! In fact, skipping them can put your pet at serious risk of harm. If you’re concerned about side effects or reactions, we can discuss these with you. For most pets, slight irritation at the injection site and redness is common — and mild! Severe reactions in dogs and cats are rare.

When Should My Pet Receive Core Shots?

That depends on how old they are. We’ll give you an immunization schedule to follow. In general, these may look like:

●          Initial shots at 6 to 8 weeks of age

●          Booster shots every few weeks or more until 1 year of age

●          Updated vaccines every year or every three years

Get Veterinary Care and Cat & Dog Vaccinations from a Veterinarian Near You

Do you have pets who are due for their shots? A veterinarian near you can help them get up-to-date! Call to make an appointment at South Granville Animal Hospital in Creedmoor, NC. Call us at (919) 528-3591 for veterinary care and cat & dog vaccinations from a veterinarian near you.