{"id":116,"date":"2019-05-02T06:00:51","date_gmt":"2019-05-02T11:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zimmvet.com\/blog\/?p=116"},"modified":"2019-05-02T06:17:23","modified_gmt":"2019-05-02T11:17:23","slug":"pet-vaccination-questions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zimmvet.com\/blog\/pet-vaccination-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Pet Vaccination Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>By Dr. Maria Krenz, DVM \u2013 ZimmVet-763-856-4848<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vaccinating your dog or cat is part of keeping them healthy.\nHere are a few misconceptions pet owners often have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zimmvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/dr-krenz-with-dog-1335x2000.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-118\" width=\"258\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zimmvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/dr-krenz-with-dog-1335x2000.jpg 1335w, https:\/\/www.zimmvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/dr-krenz-with-dog-1001x1500.jpg 1001w, https:\/\/www.zimmvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/dr-krenz-with-dog-768x1150.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 258px) 100vw, 258px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>I was told my puppy or kitten was current on\nvaccinations when adopted<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Puppies and Kittens need a series of 2-3 vaccination\nboostered every 3-4 weeks until they are over 16 weeks old. If your pet is\nunder 16 weeks old when adopted, then they were probably started on their\nseries, but need additional vaccinations to receive full immunity. Most humane\nsocieties and rescues will do certain vaccinations such as distemper\ncombination and rabies, if the pet is old enough.&nbsp; Vaccinations that are frequently not given by\nrescues or humane societies include leptospirosis, lyme, influenza and feline leukemia.\nAfter adoption, you should schedule an appointment with your veterinarian to\ndiscuss what is needed for your pet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><br>\nMy pet was vaccinated for Lyme and contracted Lyme disease; the vaccination did\nnot work.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, no vaccination provides 100% protection, and it\nis dependent on the pet\u2019s immune system response to the vaccination. Lyme\ndisease is very difficult bacteria as it changes its surface proteins,\ndepending on if it is in the tick or in the pet. When a pet shows positive for\nlyme disease, it means they were exposed to the bacteria, but it does not mean\nthe pet will become sick from lyme disease. Often, pets that have been\nvaccinated do not get sick or show lesser symptoms as compared to unvaccinated\ndogs. Some drug companies will cover the cost of medication, treatment and\nadditional testing, if a pet is positive for Lyme disease and is up-to-date on\nthe vaccination. Pets that are positive for lyme disease are living in high-risk\nareas, where they are highly-likely to become infected again. Yearly\nvaccination is especially important for these pets, who have already had lyme\ndisease, to prevent reinfection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>My\npet is old so vaccinations are no longer needed.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Senior pets, just like\nsenior people have a decreased immune system and are more susceptible to\ndiseases. Senior pets should continue vaccination as recommended by your\nveterinarian. The rabies and distemper vaccinations are often given on a 3-year\nschedule, while vaccinations such as bordetella (kennel cough) and lyme are\nalways given yearly. Age is not a disease and our senior pets deserve medical\ncare, especially when they are aging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>My pet had a vaccination reaction, so I no longer\nvaccinate.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common form of vaccination reaction is local pain\nas well as vomiting and diarrhea. These symptoms are easily prevented by giving\na pet pain medication and an antihistamine (benadryl) prior to the next\nvaccination. It is best to notify your veterinarian as soon as symptoms occur,\nso treatment can be prescribed. If you pet has a more serious reaction, your\nveterinarian will decide if it is best to discontinue vaccination. Blood titers\nfor rabies and distemper can be done to check your pet\u2019s immunity levels. Any\nreaction should be reported to the drug company that manufactures the\nvaccination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>My pet is indoors, so it does not need vaccines.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The rabies and distemper vaccinations are recommended for\nall pets regardless of their lifestyle. These recommendations are put forth by the\nAmerican Animal Hospital Association and the American Association of Feline\nPractitioners, which set the standard for pet care.&nbsp; Rabies is also legally required for all cats\nand dogs by Minnesota State Law, since it is a human health risk. Often these\nvaccinations are updated every 3 years. Your pet should have a physical\nexamination and other wellness services every 6-12 months, even when vaccines\nare not due.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Disclaimer:&nbsp; This written content is meant to be\neducational and is not medical advice.&nbsp; Always\nconsult a veterinarian about medical advice for your pet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Dr. Maria Krenz, DVM \u2013 ZimmVet-763-856-4848 Vaccinating your dog or cat is part of keeping them healthy. Here are a few misconceptions pet owners often have. 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