Vaccines protect your pet from infections and diseases like rabies, parvovirus, Bordetella, leptospirosis, infectious hepatitis, canine influenza, and feline leukemia. Pet vaccines are manufactured under strict safety regulations and contain weakened or partial versions of a pathogen that causes a disease. As soon as your furry friend receives an inoculation, the vaccine triggers the production of antibodies targeted to kill or destroy the pathogen. This is why some pets seem tired after vaccinations — preparing their bodies for a potential future invasion takes energy. But it is worth the trouble because when your dog or cat is exposed to the same disease or infection, they have their defenses ready.

Most dogs and cats follow a standard vaccination schedule, but Dr. Capeheart will work with you to find the best plan for your pet.