Work - Vaccines Flashcards
What is DHPP?
Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Para influenza
Direct contact from infected feces to mouth
When does DHPP vaccine begins? Boosters?
6-8 weeks, booster 3-4 weeks
Last booster no sooner than 16 weeks
Dogs 16wks or older, how many vaccines of DHPP?
Two doses, boosters every 3-4 weeks
Where is DHPP administered?
Front right
How long does DHPP last?
Lasts for one year unless instructed by a doctor to do every 3 years
What vaccine is California state law mandated?
Rabies Virus
Passed through infected saliva on a scratch or open wound
When is the Rabies vaccine given?
At 12 weeks
When are boosters for Rabies given?
Booster 1 year after first is given then every 3 years after
Where is Rabies administered?
Right rear
What is Bordetella?
Kennel cough; Bordetella Bronchiseptica
Airborne virus
Where is Bordetella administered?
Orally. Unless P is being difficult then injection is needed
When is Bordetella given?
8 weeks, vaccine is annual unless noted by veterinarian or boarding facility
When is Bordetella injection given?
12wks, booster 3-4 weeks
Where is leptospirosis given?
Front right
When does Leptospirosis start?
Begins at 12 weeks, booster 3-4 weeks
Canine Flu Vaccine
NOT RECOMMENDED
Effectiveness unknown, rare in NorCal
Lyme Vaccine
NOT RECOMMENDED
Rare in NorCal, high vaccine reaction
Rattlesnake Vaccine
NOT RECOMMENDED
Effectiveness unknown, snake bites still may be fatal
Coronavirus
NOT RECOMMENDED
Only affect young puppies, effectiveness questioned
When is the Leptospirosis vaccine recommended?
Pets who like in rural areas, frequently exposed to still water, wildlife, camping, or hiking
What is FVRCP?
Feline herpes virus, Feline calicivirus, Feline panleukopenia Virus
(Similar to DHPP)
When is FVRCP given?
Begins 6-8 weeks, boosters 3-4 weeks
Last booster no sooner than 16 weeks
Where is FVRCP administered?
Front fight
What is FELV?
Feline Leukemia
What cat receive the FELV vaccine?
Booster given to ALL cats with no previous history, booster 3-4 weeks
Which cats are recommended to get annual vaccines for FELV?
Cats that come in contact with cats that are outdoor or go outside
What test is recommended to do before FELV vaccine?
Felv / FIV or combo test
Where is the FELV vaccine administered?
Rear left
FIV Vaccine
NOT RECOMMENDED
Does not prevent infection, causes false reading on combo tests
Chlamydia Vaccine
NOT RECOMMENDED
Eye infection that is easily treated, there are adverse reactions to vaccine
Feline Bordetella
NOT RECOMMENDED
Only a problem in kittens
FIP
NOT RECOMMENDED
Effectiveness unknown
