Dual Pet Vaccinations

Vaccinations are vital for preventing severe and even fatal diseases that can affect pets. Protect your companions for life with our vaccination services in Champlin, MN.

Canine Vaccines

Core vaccinations are required or recommended nationwide.

  • Rabies: This is a fatal virus that is carried by wild animals, specifically, raccoons, bats, foxes, and skunks. This virus is preventable with proper vaccination. We start with a single injection under 1 year of age and then boost every 1-3 years.
  • Distemper and parvovirus: These viruses are both very important diseases to prevent. They may cause respiratory issues, vomiting, diarrhea, and even neurologic dysfunction. These are both very contagious diseases and do not currently have a cure. The mainstay of treatment is supportive care. Unfortunately, Distemper is typically fatal and therefore prevention is key. Parvovirus can be fatal if not aggressively treated, and if survived it will most likely cause permanent damage to the intestinal tract rendering it much more sensitive. These vaccinations are given every 3-4 weeks, typically a series of 3 shots, as a young puppy and then boosted every 1-3 years depending on the risk.
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Recommended Vaccinations: These vaccines are given depending on the dog’s lifestyle

  • Bordetella: This vaccine is given to dogs that come in contact with other dogs to prevent or lessen the clinical signs of a bacterial infection called “kennel cough”. Dogs that go to grooming, doggie daycare, dog parks, play dates, nose to nose contact through the fence, or on regular walks. Infection with Bordetella may cause coughing that may be mild or severe, vomiting if coughing is severe, lethargy, and anorexia.
  • Leptospirosis: This vaccine is strongly recommended in Minnesota due to the risk of leptospirosis, a bacterial disease that can severely affect the kidneys and liver. The bacteria are commonly found in environments where wild animals, such as deer, raccoons, rodents, and livestock, reside. Leptospirosis is shared through the urine of these animals, contaminating the surrounding area and water sources. Any dog that swims, hunts, spends time in the backyard, or walks around ponds and local neighborhoods should be vaccinated to prevent infection.
  • Lyme disease: Is a bacteria carried by some ticks that causes fever, muscle and joint soreness, and anorexia. This infection can occur if an infected tick bites your dog and transfers the disease. Your dog may be at risk for Lyme disease if they enjoy spending time in wooded areas, long grassy regions, or the presence of deer traffic.
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Feline Vaccines

Rabies: This vaccine is strongly recommended and is mandatory in the state of Minnesota. This viral infection is transmitted by wild animals such as raccoons, bats, foxes, and skunks. Vaccinating our companions in turn protects us humans as well. We carry the safest, adjuvant-free rabies vaccine called PureVax. This reduces the potential risks for injection site reaction, granuloma formation, and inflammation. This vaccination is given on an annual basis for adequate protection.

Distemper: This vaccine protects against 3 infectious diseases including Rhinotracheitis virus, Calici virus, and panleukopenia virus. These viral infections can cause severe upper respiratory infections and bone marrow infections. We administer this vaccine 3 times, 3-4 weeks apart during the kitten stages, then every 3 years thereafter.

Additional recommended vaccination

Feline Leukemia: This vaccine is recommended for cats that spend time outdoors. Leukemia virus usually affects the bone marrow and may develop into lymphoma which is a type of cancer. This virus is transmitted by direct contact with an infected cat by biting or scratching or indirectly by sharing food or water dishes.

Please schedule an appointment with one of our veterinarians to discuss which vaccinations would be appropriate for your feline friend.