What do dogs need to be vaccinated against?

When we happily welcome dogs into our lives, ensuring their health is our top priority. Vaccination is a solid line of defense to protect the health of dogs and can effectively resist the invasion of many deadly diseases. But what vaccines do dogs need? This is related to whether dogs can grow up healthily, and it also touches the hearts of every owner. ​

Canine distemper is a major enemy of dog health. This virus is highly contagious. Once infected, dogs will have a series of serious symptoms such as high fever, coughing, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. The nervous system may also be damaged, and convulsions, ataxia, etc. may occur. Many puppies have a high mortality rate after being infected with canine distemper because their immune systems are not yet fully developed. Canine distemper vaccine is like a loyal guard that can stimulate the dog's immune system to produce antibodies. When the real canine distemper virus attacks, these antibodies quickly attack and eliminate the virus, saving the dog from pain. Seeing dogs playing healthily and lively, instead of being tortured to death by the canine distemper virus, we can deeply appreciate the importance of canine distemper vaccination.​

Canine parvovirus disease should not be underestimated either. It mainly attacks the dog's intestines and myocardium. When infected, puppies often experience severe vomiting and diarrhea, and the excrement has a strong fishy smell. It may also cause myocarditis, leading to sudden death in puppies. Adult dogs will also become weak due to severe digestive symptoms after infection. The canine parvovirus vaccine has built a solid protective wall for dogs, greatly reducing the risk of dogs being infected with parvovirus. When we see that dogs can eat normally and jump around lively instead of being bedridden with parvovirus, we know that this shot of vaccine is of great significance. ​

Rabies is a fatal disease that is transmitted to both humans and animals. Once it occurs, it is almost 100% fatal. If a dog is infected with rabies, not only will its own life be in danger, but it will also pose a great threat to the people and animals around it. Vaccinating against rabies is not only responsible for the dog, but also for the public health safety of the entire society. Imagine if a dog accidentally gets infected with rabies, the consequences would be disastrous. By getting the rabies vaccine on time, dogs can be kept away from this terrible disease, and we can feel more at ease when we are with dogs. ​

Canine infectious hepatitis can also cause a lot of pain to dogs. Sick dogs may show symptoms such as lethargy, loss of appetite, jaundice, eye inflammation, and even life-threatening in severe cases. Canine infectious hepatitis vaccine can effectively prevent this disease and keep dogs healthy and energetic. When dogs are bright-eyed and full of vitality around us, we can feel the positive impact of the vaccine on the health of dogs. ​

When vaccinating dogs, strictly follow the advice of veterinarians and follow scientific vaccination procedures. Puppies generally start to receive the first shot of vaccine at 6 to 8 weeks of age, and then every 2 to 4 weeks, for 3 to 4 consecutive times to ensure that puppies can obtain sufficient immunity. Adult dogs need to be vaccinated once a year to consolidate the immune effect. After each vaccination, closely observe the dog's physical reaction. Some dogs may experience mild discomfort, such as lack of energy, loss of appetite, redness and swelling at the injection site, etc. These are usually normal immune reactions and will generally resolve on their own within 1 to 2 days. However, if the dog has a severe allergic reaction, such as difficulty breathing, rash all over the body, shock, etc., take the dog to the doctor immediately. ​

Watching the dog grow up healthy and happy is the biggest wish of every owner. And vaccination is a key step to realize this wish. Each shot of vaccine carries our deep love for dogs and is a powerful weapon to protect their health. Let us vaccinate them on time with love and responsibility for dogs, so that dogs can run carefree on the road to health and accompany us through a long and beautiful time.