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Protecting Pets with Cat and Dog Vaccinations in Bartow, Florida

Every pet deserves veterinary care that is unique to them. But if there is one thing they all have in common, it’s their need for quality vaccines to keep them protected from disease threats. Rabies, distemper, parvo, and other illnesses can spread quickly among unvaccinated animals, and even harm humans. That’s why our hospital provides the safest and most effective cat and dog vaccines available here in Bartow, with the goal of making our community a healthier place for all.

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How Our Cat and Dog Vaccines Strengthen Pet Immunity

As puppies and kittens, our pets receive important disease-fighting antibodies from their mothers. Once they are weaned, however, their antibodies gradually fade, reducing their immunity to disease. This is why it’s important to start your pet’s boosters when they are young. Routine vaccinations help to build up and maintain higher immunity by encouraging their immune system to produce more antibodies. This process should be continued throughout your pet’s life to give them maximum protection.

Vaccines We Recommend for Dogs and Cats

Dog Vaccines
  • Rabies
  • DA2PP
  • Bordetella (non-core)
  • Leptospirosis (non-core)
  • Lyme (non-core)
  • Influenza (non-core)
Cat Vaccines
  • Rabies
  • FVRCP
  • Feline leukemia/FeLV (non-core)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vaccinations

What are common side effects of pet vaccinations?

Common side effects may include mild soreness at the injection site, temporary lethargy, or a low-grade fever. These effects typically resolve within 24–48 hours.

Is the rabies vaccine required for pets?

In most states, rabies vaccination is legally required for pets. Rabies is a fatal disease that can spread to humans, making this vaccine essential for both pet and public safety.

Do indoor pets need vaccinations?

Yes, even indoor pets need vaccinations. Diseases can be brought into the home through people, other animals, or unexpected outdoor exposure.

What is a core pet vaccine?

Core pet vaccines protect against widespread and potentially deadly diseases that pose a risk to nearly all pets, regardless of lifestyle or environment.

What are non-core pet vaccines?

Non-core vaccines are recommended based on a pet’s lifestyle, travel habits, boarding, grooming, or exposure to other animals.