Pet Vaccinations
Regular pet vaccinations play a crucial role in reducing the prevalence of many serious infectious diseases. Sadly, these diseases remain widespread and can be fatal for pets.
Vaccines don't provide lifelong immunity, so your pet's protection will diminish over time. To maintain their health, our veterinarians recommend annual booster vaccinations, ensuring ongoing immunity. Dogs, cats, and rabbits benefit significantly from early vaccinations, typically starting as their maternal immunity declines.
Pet Vaccinations provide protection against a variety of diseases. Pet vaccinations are an essential part of your pet’s health care as many of the diseases which can be vaccinated against are still prevalent in the UK.
At Maven Veterinary Practice in Surrey, before a pet vaccination, we give a full health check to your pet. This is as important as the pet vaccination itself in keeping your pet healthy and happy.
Pet vaccinations are included in our Pet Health for Life Plans.
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How Do Pet Vaccinations Work?
Vaccines contain safe versions of infectious agents, either weakened or inactivated. When administered, your pet's immune system responds by producing protective antibodies. Later exposure to the actual disease triggers these antibodies to defend against infection.
The vaccines recommended for your pet depend on their lifestyle, risk factors, and the latest veterinary guidelines. Modern vaccines often protect against multiple diseases with just one or two injections. Regular boosters are necessary since immunity doesn't last forever. Booster appointments are also an excellent opportunity for a comprehensive health check-up. Maven Vets sends vaccination reminders to registered pet owners—contact us today to schedule an appointment.
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In this section:
Dog Vaccinations
Puppy Vaccinations
Vaccinating your puppy early enables them to safely start socializing with other dogs. Adult dogs should receive annual booster vaccines. Each vaccination appointment includes a full health check to ensure your pet is fit for their injections.
Puppy vaccinations can begin as early as 6-8 weeks for:
- Distemper: Spread through discharge from the eyes or nose.
- Canine Hepatitis: Transmitted via infected urine, feces, and saliva.
- Leptospirosis: Contracted from stagnant water or infected urine.
- Parvovirus: Spread through contact with contaminated feces.
Vaccination Schedule:
- 12 Weeks: The second dose of Distemper, Hepatitis, and Parvovirus, along with the second Leptospirosis vaccination.
- 10 Weeks: For earlier socialization, the second round of vaccines can be given at 10 weeks, followed by the final Leptospirosis shot four weeks later.
- Adult Dogs: Require annual boosters to maintain immunity.
Maven Vets also provides the following dog vaccines:
- Rabies
- Leishmaniasis
- Herpes
- Kennel Cough
Kennel Cough Vaccination
If your dog is attending kennels or daycare, they’ll need a Kennel Cough vaccine. Please ensure this is done at least two weeks before boarding. The vaccine, administered as a nasal spray, provides protection against Bordetella and Parainfluenza for a year. Although the vaccine reduces the risk and severity of infection, it doesn’t provide full immunity due to the various strains of kennel cough.
Rabies Vaccination
For pets traveling abroad, rabies vaccination may be required well in advance. Please consult us and refer to government guidelines for details.
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Cat Vaccinations
Kitten Vaccinations
The initial vaccination course for kittens includes two injections. While maternal antibodies offer some protection, a second vaccine dose is required to ensure full immunization.
Vaccinations start at 9 weeks for:
- Cat Flu
- Enteritis
- Feline Leukaemia
A second vaccination is given three to four weeks later, followed by annual boosters. Maven Vets also offers vaccination against Feline Chlamydophila. Contact us for details on the necessary vaccines for your cat.
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Rabbit Vaccinations
Rabbits require vaccinations to protect against two serious diseases:
- Myxomatosis: Spread by insects such as rabbit fleas.
- Viral Haemorrhagic Disease (VHD): Transmitted through contact with contaminated surfaces.
A combined annual vaccination covers Myxomatosis and both strains of VHD (VHD-1 and VHD-2).
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