Vaccine Protocols

• Below, you will find the vaccine protocols for dogs and cats. This is the same chart that's on the fridge in treatment. 

• All vaccine syringes must be labeled with their corresponding stickers so the doctors and team know what is in each syringe

• All serial/lot numbers and exp dates should be entered in the notes of each vaccine, aside from Rabies which is changed in system tables

• Vaccines drawn up to be given should be placed in the corresponding room tray, located near the microscope. 

• Vaccines should be given in the exam room with the client present as long as the pet permits.

CANINE VACCINE PROTOCOLS

1ST PUPPY (6 weeks): DA2PP

2nd PUPPY (9 weeks): DA2PP-CVK, Bordetella, Flea/Tick & Heartworm prevention

3rd PUPPY (12 weeks): DHLPP-CVK

4th PUPPY (15 weeks): Rabies, DHLPP, +/- Influenza (lifestyle – do they board, go to PetSmart or dog parks, get groomed?)

• If the dog is over 4 months (16 weeks) old when they begin vaccines, they only receive 2 DHLPP with no CVK. 

Annuals:

Rabies, DHLPP/DA2PP, Bordetella, +/- Influenza

Exceptions:

·        Weimaraners always receive the Recombitek DAPP+L4 vaccine

·        Any dog that has had reactions to leptospirosis vaccines only receives DA2PP

·        Premedicate any dog with a previous vaccine reaction with diphenhydramine

FELINE VACCINE PROTOCOLS

*Always offer combo test on first visit (after 6 weeks) *

1ST KITTEN (9 weeks): FVRCP, offer combo test, Revolution

2nd KITTEN (12 weeks): FVRCP, +/- FELV (if cat goes outside)

3rd KITTEN (15 weeks): Rabies, FVRCP, +/- FELV (if cat goes outside)

Annuals:

Rabies, FVRCP, +/- FELV (if cat goes outside)