Parasite Checks and Deworming
Core Vaccinations
Distemper, Adenovirus Type 2 & Parvovirus (D.A.P.)
D.A.P. Vaccine protects your dog from Canine Distemper,Canine Hepatitis , Canine Parvovirus and Canine Respiratory Disease Complex. Some of these diseases can be spread by wild animals such as skunks, foxes & raccoons, as well as unvaccinated dogs, D.A.P .is a Modified live vaccine given subcutaneously.
The protocol for puppy vaccinations will be tailored by your veterinarian for each puppy, depending of the history of previous vaccines ,or kind of vaccine given by the breeder or Pet Store. In general...
- Puppy1 can be given as early as 6 weeks of age, followed by
- Puppy2 should begiven 3-4 weeks later.
Booster a year later
As an adult your dog will need D.A.P. booster every 3 years.
Rabies Vaccination
In Florida, current rabies vaccination is required by law for ALL Dogs, Cats & Ferrets over 12 weeks of age....
In Florida, County Annual Licensing is required for ALL dogs.
The Brevard County License fee for a spayed/neutered dog is $10 and $16 for non-spayed/neutered adult.t dogs (it is also $10 for Puppies and kittens under one year of age ). At the time of vaccination, a certificate & envelope will be provided for you to mail in or apply in person for your county license.
Non-Core Vaccines
Bordetella Vaccination (Kennel Cough)
This vaccine protects against Canine Parainfluenza & Bordetella Bronchiseptica, it is required by kennels for boarding, and is strongly recommended for dogs who are in obedience classes or grooming on a regular basis. Kennel Cough is an airborne virus and is usually transmitted in crowded situations. The vaccine is a Modified live virus, Avirulent live culture & it is given
intranasally.
- Puppies: Initial vaccination as early as 3 weeks,booster 3 weeks later, then
- Adult: Annual booster
Leptospirosis
This vaccine is recommended for pets that live on a farm, pets that swim at ponds or lakes, pets that go camping or that drink water from unsafe sources. This vaccine induce immunity against four kinds of Leptospira: L.Canicola,L. Grippotyphosa, L. Icterohaemorrhagiae & L. Pomona. High risk pets should be vaccinated as follow...
Puppies 9 -12 weeks of age first dose
Booster 3-4 weeks later
Annual Booster
Lyme Disease Vaccination
The Lyme disease vaccination is not required in Florida, but we highly recommend it for
pets that are moving or visiting Northern areas of the country. Lyme Disease is
transmitted by a certain species of tick, found North of Florida.
Heartworm Check
At Aloha, we test for heartworm disease once a year(Occult antigen test), all dogs should be on a heartworm preventative program, it can be a once a month chewable(Heartguard®) or topical once a month application of Revolution®.
In Florida we suggest year-round prevention; discuss what prevention options are available with our staff. Heartworm is transmitted by mosquitoes and has been reported in all areas of the United States.
Spaying or Neutering
At 6 months to 1 year of age as recommended by your Veterinarian.
Brevard County Animal Services is offering a $25 rebate to resident owners who have spayed / neutered their dogs within 30 days post surgery. To qualify owners should have proof of residency,copy of Rabies vaccination & proof of Brevard County Animal License tag. Questions (321)255-4346. Forms available at Aloha Pet & Bird Hospital.
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