Vaccinations for cats, dogs and rabbits
Why is vaccination important
We provide all of your dog, cat and rabbit vaccinations, including yearly boosters and starter courses for puppies, kittens and rehomed pets.
Vaccination is vital in protecting your pet from key infectious diseases that cause pain, distress and can be life-threatening.
Annual vaccination appointments also provide an opportunity for regular health checks and wellness screens for your pet.
Vaccinations for puppies and kittens consists of a primary course of two vaccinations, followed by annual boosters to maintain immunity.
Vaccinations for dogs
For dogs, their first vaccination is generally done from eight weeks old, with the second vaccination given exactly four weeks later.
In the UK dogs are vaccinated against distemper, parvovirus, canine infectious hepatitis and leptospirosis. We also offer parainfluenza as standard.
The practice team will advise on when it is safe for your puppy to start going out for walks, meeting other dogs and starting puppy training classes.
It is important to ensure that booster injections are given each year and do not lapse, otherwise your dog may need to restart a full course to ensure they have adequate protection.
Vaccinations for cats
Cats can be vaccinated from eight weeks of age, with a second vaccination given three to four weeks later.
In the UK cats are vaccinated against feline calicivirus (FCV), feline herpesvirus (FHV‑1), and feline panleukopenia virus (FPV). which causes feline infectious enteritis. We also vaccinating outdoor cats against feline leukaemia virus (FeLV), which suppresses the immune system and is potentially fatal.
Adult cats should receive annual booster vaccinations to maintain immunity – particularly if they are going to be spending time in catteries or going outside.
Vaccinations for rabbits
Rabbits need to be vaccinated against two life-threatening diseases: myxomatosis and the classic and variant strains of rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD). These diseases are easily transmissible and both indoor and outdoor rabbits are at risk. All rabbits should therefore receive yearly vaccinations to ensure they are protected.
