Puppy Vaccine Series
6-8 Weeks old
10-12 Weeks old
14-16 Weeks old
DHPP Vaccine series
3-4 doses ( pending age) administered 3-4 weeks apart
Bordetella: oral vaccine
1 year vaccine administered annually
Leptospirosis: Initial series has 1 booster administered 4 weeks after first. Then administered annually
Rabies: 1 year
Minimum age 16 weeks
Core Canine Vaccines
DAPP : A group of highly contagious viruses that are most often spread by close contact with other dogs. In some cases these diseases can be fatal.
Rabies: Once infected there are no treatment options and the disease is often deadly. Rabies is a legal requirement in the state of Washington.
Lifestyle Canine Vaccines
Bordetella: Most often referred to as Kennel Cough, it is spread through close contact. Bordetella vaccine is recommended if your dog is staying at a boarding facility, going to the groomer, or goes to the dog park.
Leptospirosis: A bacteria that is spread by wildlife through their urine. It lives in stagnate water and can survive for months. Leptospirosis is becoming more common even in urban areas so it is recommended for most dogs. If left untreated Leptospirosis can result in severe kidney damage and in some cases is fatal.
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Puppy FAQ’s
Socialization
It’s recommended to socialize your puppy with dogs of current known vaccine status. Puppy training classes are a great place to go to socialize your puppy with other vaccinated dogs. Avoid taking your puppy to places where the vaccine status of other dogs is unknown ( i.e. dog parks and stores) until your puppy is fully vaccinated.
Diet
Feeding a puppy specific food until your dog is at least 1 year old is recommended. Our doctors generally do NOT recommend a grain free diet due to studies linking a GF diet to Dilated Cardiomyopathy. Below is a link to the FDA study:
Training Facilities
Diamonds in the Ruff is a positive reinforcement based training facility. They do require a vet “permission slip” in order for your canine to attend class. We can provide the permission slip here or you can download it off of their website.
Mikkel Becker Dog Training
Mikkel Becker is a Fear Free certified dog trainer. She can be reached at:
Mikkel.becker@gmail.com
206-771-1813
Natalie Sinton provides positive reinforcement based training and has a background in veterinary medicine.
Microchipping
At LHVC we use the service HomeAgain for our microchips. Generally microchipping is done during a spay/neuter procedure but can be done at any time at the request of a client.
Spay/Neuter Procedures
During your pets first appointment your pets veterinarian will discuss the appropriate time to spay or neuter your pet based on breed, size, and health.
What’s Included in Our Puppy Pack
- Complimentary exam at time of each booster vaccine after first visit.
- Complimentary dose of Nexgard and Heartgard at first appointment (or when weight requirements are met)
- Discounted spay or neuter procedure
- Complimentary Pre spay/neuter exam
- Complimentary nail trims until the age of 12 months
Kitten Vaccine Series
6-8 weeks old
10-12 weeks old
14-16 weeks old
FVRCP Vaccine series
3-4 doses ( pending age) administered 3-4 weeks apart
FeLV: Initial series has 1 booster administered 4 weeks after first. Then administered annually
Rabies: 1 year
Minimum age 16 weeks
Core Feline Vaccines
FVRCP: A group of highly contagious viruses that are most often spread by close contact with other cats. In some cases these diseases can be fatal.
Rabies: Once infected there are no treatment options and the disease is often deadly. Rabies is a legal requirement in the state of Washington.
Lifestyle Feline Vaccines
FeLV: Is a contagious virus spread by the saliva, blood, feces, and urine of an infected cat. FeLV can lead to Feline Leukemia which is a deadly form of cancer. Cats can get it from mutual grooming, fighting, or sharing food and water dishes. There is no cure for FeLV.
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kitten FAQ’s
Diet
Felines should get a combination diet of dry food and wet food daily. Feeding a kitten specific diet until they reach 12 months old is recommended. Feeding wet food daily has many benefits such as:
- Promotes better hydration
- Helps to dilute urine which can help prevent urinary tract problems
- Weight management, wet food has a lower calorie content than dry food
- Helps to prevent constipation
Microchipping
At LHVC we use the service HomeAgain for our microchips. Generally microchipping is done during a spay/neuter procedure but can be done at any time at the request of a client.
What is FIV
In infected cats, FIV attacks the immune system, leaving the cat vulnerable to many other infections. FIV is mainly spread from cat to cat by bite wound. It is a highly species-specific virus that infects only felines. In North America, approximately 2.5-5% percent of healthy cats are infected with FIV.
What is FeLV
A contagious retrovirus that suppresses a cat’s immune system. The virus can result in secondary infections and some forms of cancer, which can be life-threatening. The virus is shed in saliva, nasal secretions, urine, feces, and milk of infected cats. FeLV affects between 2-3% of all cats in the United States
FeLV/FIV Testing
Testing is recommended for all kittens at or after the age of 6 months and then annually for cats who go outside.
Litter Box Recommendations for Multi-Cat Households
The general rule is 1 litterbox per cat PLUS 1 ( i.e. if you have 2 cats you would need 3 litter boxes.) Cats are very clean animals so scooping the litter boxes daily is recommended. Litter box type (covered vs. uncovered) varies from cat to cat.
What’s Included in Our Kitten Pack
- Complimentary exam at time of each booster vaccine after first visit.
- Discounted spay or neuter procedure
- Complimentary Pre spay/neuter exam
- Complimentary nail trims until the age of 12 months
pet Insurance
Pet health insurance can help by offsetting some or most of the costs of diagnosing, treating and managing your pet's illness or injury. Its recommended to get insurance soon after getting a new furry friend. Click the links below to visit each website to determine which company would work best for you and your pet.
