Recommended Pet Vaccines

At Dr. Sam’s Veterinary House Calls, we follow the recommendations of AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) for vaccinations.  There are certain factors that our veterinarians consider when determining which vaccines are right for your pet.  Some of these are listed below:

      Age

      Breed

      Health status

      Environment

      Lifestyle

      Travel habits

After evaluating these parameters, we can provide you with the information you need to decide on the immunization program that best protects your pet.

Core Vaccines vs. Non-Core Vaccines

There are two general groups of vaccines to consider: core and non-core vaccines. Core vaccines protect against diseases that are more serious or potentially fatal. These are diseases found in all areas of North America and more easily transmitted than non-core diseases.

Dog core vaccines include but are not limited to: Rabies

DA2PP (Distemper)

* Adenovirus

* Parainfluenza

* Parvovirus

Dog non-core vaccines are ideal for those pets at risk of infection due to lifestyle. Some non-core vaccines include: Leptospirosis

Bordetella

Canine Influenza

Lyme

Cat core vaccines: Rabies

FVRCP (Distemper)

*Rhinotracheitis

*Calicivirus

*Panleukopenia

Cat non-core vaccines: Feline Leukemia