Notes on Vaccinating Pets
Nowadays, people's awareness of pet care has increased, and newly adopted pets are usually vaccinated for disease prevention. However, one key point requires special attention: only healthy pets should receive vaccinations. A qualified veterinarian must conduct a clinical physical examination for the pet before administering the vaccine, including checking body temperature, respiratory rate, heart rate, performing a physical inspection, and inquiring about the medical history. If a veterinarian administers the vaccine without such an examination when the owner brings the pet to the hospital, it may lead to unexpected risks. Some pets may appear healthy on the surface but actually have latent diseases. After vaccination, they may immediately fall ill, and in severe cases, even die. Therefore, any pet with a high body temperature or showing signs of weakness during the pre-vaccination physical examination should not receive the vaccine immediately. Instead, the vaccination should be postponed until the pet recovers or the disease is completely cured.
Pets newly bought home, especially those purchased from markets, may have been exposed to other sick pets and should not be vaccinated immediately. It is recommended to first inject a preventive serum, which generally provides immunity for 2 weeks. After two weeks, when the pet is stronger and has adapted to the new environment, proceed with the preventive vaccination. Pets too young for vaccination should not receive the vaccine. Typically, puppies can be vaccinated at over 40 days old, and kittens at over 60 days old. After vaccination, due to the immune system's response, the pet may experience fever, lethargy, loss of appetite, or drowsiness. These are normal reactions that usually subside within 1 to 3 days.
Vaccination is of significant practical importance for the health of pets and their owners, as well as for disease prevention. It is best to administer the vaccine when the pet is over 2 months old. For newly bought pets, since their actual condition is unclear, they should be kept at home for observation for about 2 weeks before vaccination.
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Feline Tri (Feline Distemper Vaccine): Prevents three diseases: feline panleukopenia , feline viral rhinotracheitis , and feline infectious pharyngitis. The first immunization should be given to kittens over 2 months old, followed by a second injection approximately 25 days later. Annual revaccination is required thereafter. Domestic feline (feline double vaccine) is also available.
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Canine Hexavalent Vaccine: Prevents canine distemper, parvovirus, infectious hepatitis, parainfluenza, infectious bronchitis, and rabies. Other types include tri ，tetra ，and pentavalent vaccines. The first immunization for dogs should be administered at over 2 months old, with a second injection about 25 days later. Depending on the vaccine type, 2 to 3 injections are required in total, followed by annual vaccination.
- Pets that are sick or pregnant should postpone vaccination.
- Owners of pets with a history of drug allergies should inform the veterinarian in advance.
- Pets should be dewormed 2 weeks before vaccination.
- After vaccination, observe the pet at the hospital for 10–15 minutes before leaving to handle any allergic reactions promptly.
- Within 10 days after vaccination, do not bathe the pet, and restrict its outdoor activities and contact with other pets.
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