Pediatrics/Vaccines

     A new puppy or kitten requires a time investment in training.  Puppies that have proper training are happier and cause less stress to you.  Behavior is the number one reason pets are given up to shelters.  Training is better when you are involved, because you need to know what to do as much as your puppy.  Examinations and vaccinations are very important early on.  Spaying and neutering is recommended between 4-6 months of age.  Some breeds are exceptions.  
   
                               
 
                                                       Puppies to Adults                                                                             

6-8 weeks:                      10-12 weeks:                 14-16 weeks:                  1 year:                                 Examination                   Examination                 Examination                  Examination
Fecal exam                    2nd DHPP                    3rd DHPP                     3 year DHPP
1st DHPP¹                     1st Lepto                    2nd Lepto³                   1 year Lepto
Deworming                    2nd Bordetella²             1 year Rabies               3 year Rabies
1st Bordetella                                                                                                       Bordetella
Start Heartworm/flea prevention                                                          Fecal
                                                                                                     Heartworm test

¹DHPP   (Distemper/Hepatitis/Parainfluenza/Parvo)    
2Bordetella is an upper respiratory infection that is contagious.  The vaccine is given every 6 months.
³Leptosporosis is given yearly.  It is a bacteria transmitted through the urine of wild animals, especially   
 squirrels that causes kidney and liver failure.  The new vaccine causes less reactions than vaccines in the   
 past.