Cat and Dog Vaccinations
in Madison, WI
Every pet parent wants as many good years as possible with their furry best friends, and routine vaccinations can help prolong those good years. Our cats and dogs are susceptible to many diseases, but luckily, veterinary medicine has the tools to prevent some of the more dangerous ones. At Petcare Animal Hospital in Madison, WI, we take a proactive approach to your pet’s healthcare that focuses on preventing illness altogether, rather than simply treating problems when they come up. Vaccinations are a cornerstone of that approach!
KEEP YOUR PET’S VACCINES UP TO DATE
for full protection!
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Tailoring Cat & Dog Vaccinations to Your Pet’s Needs
Our veterinarians understand that each pet is unique, so we develop a custom approach to vaccines for every dogs, cats, and small mammals. We’ll start your puppy or kitten off with a vaccination series during their first year of life to boost their immunity to the most common (and dangerous) diseases. Then, when they’re an adult, we’ll talk to you about your pet’s lifestyle and recommend an individual vaccine plan that gives them full protection.
Some lifestyle factors we consider include:
- Whether your pet will be primarily indoors or outdoors
- How social your pet is (frequent dog park visits, training classes, boarding, etc.)
- Any travel with your pet and where you’ll go
- If you hike often with your pet
Our Vaccinations and When Your Pet Needs Them in Madison, WI
At Petcare Animal Hospital, we offer core and lifestyle vaccines to keep your pet safe no matter their lifestyle. Cats and dogs require routine vaccine boosters throughout their lives in order to maintain their immunity. If you have concerns about overvaccination, please talk to us! We’re happy to discuss best practices to put your mind at ease.
Here’s a list of our vaccines and when your pet will receive them:
- DOG VACCINATIONS
Rabies
Rabies is a core vaccine and is required by law in Wisconsin for all dogs.
- 3-year vaccine after initial series
DHLPP
(distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza, parvovirus, leptospirosis combo)
DHLPP is highly recommended for all puppies. Adult dogs may not need leptospirosis after their initial series and so will only receive the DHPP booster; however, we often recommend leptospirosis for all dogs due to its prevalence.
- 3-year vaccine (DHPP only) after initial series
- 1-year leptospirosis after initial series
Bordetella
Bordetella, or “kennel cough” vaccine is recommended for social dogs. Those who are boarded frequently, visit dog parks, or participate in group training benefit from this vaccine.
- Once yearly
Lyme Disease
The Lyme disease vaccine gives dogs an extra layer of protection against this tick-borne illness. We recommend this vaccine based on whether or not your pet frequently hikes with you in areas where ticks are widespread.
- 1-year vaccine after initial series
Canine Influenza
The canine influenza vaccine (CIV) is recommended for social dogs, similar to those that benefit from Bordetella.
- 1-year vaccine after initial series
- CAT VACCINATIONS
Rabies
Rabies is a core vaccine and is highly recommended for all cats.
- 1-year vaccine after initial series
RCP
(rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, panleukopenia)
RCP is a core vaccine that is highly recommended for all cats.
- 3-year vaccine after initial series
Feline Leukemia
FeLV is a lifestyle vaccine that we recommend for outdoor cats.
- 1-year vaccine after initial series
- CAT VACCINATIONS
Rabies
Rabies is a core vaccine and is highly recommended for all cats.
- 1-year vaccine after initial series
RCP
(rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, panleukopenia)
RCP is a core vaccine that is highly recommended for all cats.
- 3-year vaccine after initial series
Feline Leukemia
FeLV is a lifestyle vaccine that we recommend for outdoor cats.
- 1-year vaccine after initial series