Health


Vaccination Schedule          
Consult with your local veterinarian to determine the appropriate vaccination schedule for your dog. Recommendations vary depending on the age, breed, and health status of the dog, the potential of the dog to be exposed to the disease, the type of vaccine, whether the dog is used for breeding, and the geographical area where the dog lives or may visit.
 6-8 WEEKS:
  • Physical examination
  • First DHLPPC (Distemper, Leptospirosis, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvo virus, & Corona virus)
  • Deworming

10-12 WEEKS:

  • Physical examination
  • Second DHLPPC
  • Deworming
  • Kennel Cough Vaccination

14-16 WEEKS:

  • Physical examination
  • Third DHLPPC
  • Rabies Vaccination*

ANNUALLY:

  • Physical examination
  • DHLPPC Booster
  • Kennel Cough Booster
  • Rabies Booster*
  • Deworming                                                                                                               
  Low Cost Clinics:  
  http://slovets.com/services/community-veterinary-outreach/


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         What Exactly Happens When I Spay Or Neuter My Dog?
When you take your dog into the veterinarian's office, plan on leaving your
animal for the day.  In some cases, they may even stay overnight.  Because 
the operations are performed under anesthesia, they will need to be monitored 
both during and after the surgery.  The females are spayed which means that
they will actually remove their reproductive organs.


Male dogs are neutered by removing their testicles. Pain killers are not generally
given but most veterinarians will offer to give the dog some pain medicine for
an additional fee.  If you want your dog to receive this and it is not offered, ask. 
After the surgery, you will generally need to make a followup appointment
if your dog received stitches during the procedure.
                                Is It Good For My Pet? 
Yes, spaying and neutering will help your dog live a longer, healthier life. 
It can reduce or even eliminate a number of health problems, particularly 
uterine or ovarian cancer in females and testicular cancer in males. It 
also can cause your dog to become a calmer, more affectionate companion. 
Spaying and neutering are also good because it reduces the number of 
unwanted animals. Animal shelters are burdened with too many animals to 
care for which often leads to an early and otherwise unnecessary death for 
many dogs and cats.
                            Where Do I Go To Get My Dog Fixed?                 
You can contact your local vet and schedule an appointment for your 
dog to have the surgery. Costs can be upwards of $100, even without 
medication, so be sure to call around and ask what the cost will be 
and what is included. Some vets may cost less than others.   
                                 Financial Assistance Available
SLO county residents are eligible to receive financial assistance in 
the form of $20.00 certificates to be used for pet alteration at local 
veterinarians. You must provide a copy of your dog's license with 
the expiration date. For more information,call 781-4400 or visit their 
website at: 
To participate in a new low cost spay/neuter program in SLO county, visit 
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