Vaccinations are a method of protecting your pet from serious diseases.
By keeping up with routine vaccines, you are safeguarding your pet’s health while also preventing the spread of contagious illnesses in the community. At easyvet Melissa, we offer a full range of core and lifestyle-based pet vaccines so that your pet receives the protection they need based on their age, breed, and lifestyle in Melissa, TX.
Core Vaccines: Protection for Every Pet
Core vaccines are those recommended for all pets, regardless of their lifestyle, because they protect against widespread, highly contagious, and often deadly diseases. These vaccinations keep your pet safe and prevent the spread of disease among other animals and even humans in the case of zoonotic illnesses like rabies.
Core Dog Vaccinations
- Rabies: Required by law.
- DAPP/DHPP:Combination vaccine for canine distemper, adenovirus, parvovirus, and parainfluenza.
- Leptospirosis: A bacterial infection that can cause serious kidney and liver damage. May be combined with a DAPP/DHPP vaccine.
Core Cat Vaccinations
- Rabies: Required by law.
- FVRCP: Combination immunization for feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia).
Your pet may also need non-core vaccinations.
While core vaccines are essential for every pet, non-core (lifestyle) vaccines are recommended based on your pet’s individual risk factors. Factors such as environment, travel, social interactions with other pets, and exposure to wildlife or outdoor areas all influence whether these vaccines are necessary.
Non-Core Dog Vaccinations
- Bordetella (Kennel Cough): Likely will be required by grooming salons, boarding facilities, or dog daycare.
- Canine Influenza: Ideal for dogs that spend time in group settings where canine flu can spread quickly.
- Lyme: Recommended for dogs that spend time in wooded areas, grassy fields, or regions where ticks are common.
Non-Core Cat Vaccinations
- FeLV: Likely will be suggested for kittens and outdoor felines who are most at risk of contracting feline leukemia.
- Bordetella (Kennel Cough): Protect cats that may be exposed to respiratory infections in multi-pet households or boarding facilities.
- Chlamydia: Recommended for cats at high risk of contracting this infection from another feline.
Vaccine Safety & Determining the Right Plan for Your Pet
At easyvet Melissa, we take a personalized approach to vaccinations. Your pet receives only the vaccines they need based on their unique health profile and lifestyle. Before administering any vaccine, our veterinarians will:
- Review your pet’s health history to verify they are in good condition for vaccinations.
- Consider their breed and age, as some pets may have specific sensitivities or immune system considerations.
- Discuss your pet’s lifestyle, including how often they are around other animals, their time spent outdoors, and potential exposure risks.
All of our pet vaccinations are safely stored and sourced from trusted suppliers, ensuring maximum efficacy and safety. Serious side effects from vaccinations are rare, and we take every precaution to make the experience stress-free. If your pet has any history of vaccine reactions, let us know, and we will create a vaccination plan to keep them protected in the safest way possible.
Keep your companion healthy with pet vaccinations in Melissa, TX.
easyvet Melissa provides pet vaccinations for cats and dogs in Melissa, New Hope, Roland, Anna, Chambliss, Altoga, and nearby Texas communities.
