Vaccines are a very important part of your pet’s annual exam.  They can help protect your pet from specific illnesses, which are common to their species. Necessary vaccines can vary depending on which part of the world you are living, so, if you are coming from another country or even another province, be sure to speak with your Veterinarian to find out which ones are right for your pet.
A previous vaccine history, paired with your knowledge of your pet’s lifestyle, will help our Veterinarians determine exactly which vaccines and preventatives are right you’re your pet.
​Puppies and kittens require an initial set of vaccines and boosters, which helps boost their immune system, the first of which should be given at eight weeks of age. Once the third booster has been given, your pet then should only require annual vaccines.

Canine Vaccines

• ​Canine Distemper - Distemper is a contagious and potentially fatal viral disease spread by coughing and contact with the urine and feces of infected animals. Symptoms vary from respiratory and gastrointestinal signs to neurological problems such as seizures.
• Canine Adenovirus type 1 (Infectious Canine Hepatitis) - Infectious hepatitis is a contagious disease caused by a canine adenovirus. Symptoms from this disease vary but often lead to liver damage.
• Canine Parvovirus - Parvo is a highly contagious and potentially fatal viral disease spread through the feces from infected dogs. This virus targets the gastrointestinal tract causing symptoms such as bloody diarrhea and vomiting.
• Canine Bordetella bronchiseptica - The bordetella vaccine can help control Kennel Cough. This vaccine is recommended for dogs that interact with other dogs in high-density situations such as daycare, kennels or the dog park.
• Canine Parainfluenza - The parainfluenza virus is spread through nasal secretions and targets the respiratory tract in puppies and older dogs.
• Rabies - Rabies is a fatal disease that affects all mammals, including people which makes it very serious. The virus is spread by a bite from an infected animal. Symptoms can vary but ultimately the virus infects the brain causing seizures and death.​

Feline Vaccines

• Feline Rhinotracheitis (Feline Herpes Virus) -  Feline Herpes Virus mainly affects the upper respiratory tract of cats and is spread by contact with discharge from a cat’s eyes, nose or mouth. It can cause fever, sneezing, runny eyes and nose. Some cats can become a carrier of the virus and have flare-ups throughout the rest of their life.
• Feline Calicivirus - Feline Calicivirus is a contagious virus that affects the respiratory system similar to Herpes Virus but can also cause painful sores in your cat’s mouth.
• Feline Panleukopenia - Feline Panleukopenia is a contagious virus that can be fatal, especially to kittens. It can cause vomiting, high fever and diarrhea. The virus can be spread through contact with feces or to kittens before they are born.
• Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) - This is a deadly viral infection in cats, spread through bites from an infected cat, sharing of litter boxes and food bowls and and through an infected cat’s milk. It causes anemia, cancer and suppresses the cat’s immune system leading to other infections. Outdoor cats are at the most risk for contracting feline leukemia. Testing for FeLV with a simple blood test is recommended prior to vaccination.
• Rabies - Rabies is a fatal disease that affects all mammals, including people which makes it very serious. The virus is spread by a bite from an infected animal. Symptoms can vary but ultimately the virus infects the brain causing seizures and death.