Our vets at Goodwin Animal Hospital in Montgomery, Alabama believe every pet owner should know the importance of pet vaccinations. Vaccinating your pet plays a vital role in keeping your pet in optimal health. Vaccinations have prevented the deaths of many animals since they were first introduced. Pet vaccinations help prevent pet diseases and can help you avoid costly treatments for preventable animal illnesses.
These vaccinations protect your pet from many of the diseases that affect wildlife, particularly rabies and distemper. Vaccination can also prevent the spread of certain diseases, especially rabies, to your family as well.
There are many more reasons why you should vaccinate your pet. Here is some insightful information to help you decide whether vaccination is right for your pet.
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Vaccinations are the best, and sometimes only, the weapon against many viral and bacterial infections in pets.
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Millions of dogs and cats have been saved by vaccines.
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Vaccines are safe and well-tolerated by most pets.
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Vaccines help your pet live a longer, healthier and happier life!
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Vaccines help your pet live a longer, healthier and happier life.
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Rabies vaccination is required by Texas state law.
Vaccinating your pet while their immune system is still young and developing will give your pet the protection it needs to stay healthy. Keeping up to date with your pet’s annual/scheduled vaccines is essential to good health for not only your pet but also the pets and people in your community.
Pet Vaccinations - What to Expect
During an appointment, our veterinarians will provide you with vaccine education, discussing topics like scheduling booster shots, the importance of returning annually, your pet's history, lifestyle, the prevalence of disease in Alabama, your travel plans and dog park protocol.
Required and Recommended Pet Vaccines in Montgomery, Alabama
Vaccines required or recommended for the majority of dogs include (not all-inclusive):
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Rabies - Rabies vaccination is required by Alabama state law.
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Canine distemper
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Canine parvo
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Canine leptospirosis
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Canine hepatitis
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Parainfluenza
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Bordetella "Kennel Cough"
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Canine Influenza "Canine Flu"
Vaccines required or recommended for the majority of cats include (not all-inclusive):
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Rabies - Rabies vaccination is required by state law.
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Feline rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia (FVRCP) - Feline Herpes 1
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Feline Leukemia
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Feline pneumonitis (chlamydia)
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Bordetella "Kennel Cough"
Goodwin Animal Hospital is located in Montgomery, Alabama. We also have a second location, Goodwin Pet Resort in Pike Road, Alabama. Call us today to schedule an appointment to discuss your pet’s vaccinations.
