List of Canine Vaccinations

Posted by Alldogblog

April 14, 2009

rabies tag

Vaccinating your puppy or dog is one of the most important aspects of responsible canine ownership. I can’t stress enough how important it is for your dog to be current on his/her vaccinations, and how crucial it is for young puppies. Whether you are the owner of a new puppy for the first time, or a veteran of living with canines, it’s a good idea to have a little knowledge about the shots your veterinarian is administering every year. Some you may be aware of, but others you may not, so I have compiled a list of immunizations that most veterinary clinics, boarding facilities, dog parks, pet sitters, and maybe even the town where you live require your dog to have on file.

For the next few weeks I’ll be focusing on each one of these vaccinations in further detail to give you a better understanding as of why, how often, and the importance it may have on YOUR dog’s health.

Canine Vaccinations:

Bordetella – upper respiratory infection caused by the bacteria Bordetella bronchiseptica that produces a severe hacking cough; also called kennel cough; abbreviated BORD

Canine Adenovirus 2 – adenovirus infection in canines that causes signs of upper respiratory disease; abbreviated CAV-2

Canine Distemper – highly contagious paramyxovirus infection in canines that is associated with respiratory, digestive, and/or neurologic signs; abbreviated CDV

Canine Hepatitis Virus – highly contagious adenovirus I infection in canines that is associated with ocular, abdominal, and liver signs; abbreviated ICH or CAV-I

Canine Herpesvirus – herpesvirus infection in canines that primarily affects newborn puppies and is associated with listlessness, nasal discharge, rash, neurologic signs, and death; abbreviated CHV

Canine Parainfluenza – paramyxovirus infection of canines that contributes to upper respiratory infections and causes subclinical bronchitis

Canine Parvovirus – highly contagious parvovirus infection in canines that is associated with severe diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration, and leukopenia; abbreviated PARVO

Coronavirus – virus that causes gastrointestinal disease in dog and is usually spread through contaminated feces; abbreviated CCV

Leptospirosis – bacterial disease caused by various serotypes of Leptospira; signs include renal failure, jaundice, fever, and abortion; abbreviated LEPTO

Lyme Disease – bacterial disease caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi in which a tick vector transports the bacteria; associated with fever, anorexia, joint disorders, and occasionally neurologic signs; also called borreliosis

Rabies – fatal zoonotic rhabdovirus infection of all warm-blooded animals that causes neurologic signs; transmitted by a bite or infected body fluid; abbreviated RV

Stay tuned!

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