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:
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Physical examination
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First DHLPPC (Distemper, Leptospirosis, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvo virus, & Corona virus)
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Deworming
10-12 WEEKS:
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Physical examination
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Second DHLPPC
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Deworming
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Kennel Cough Vaccination
14-16 WEEKS:
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Physical examination
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Third DHLPPC
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Rabies Vaccination*
ANNUALLY:
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Physical examination
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DHLPPC Booster
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Kennel Cough Booster
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Rabies Booster*
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Deworming
Low Cost Vaccination Clinics
* Lemos Feed & Pet Supply Check your local listing
* Farm Supply Check your local listing
* Double D Feed & Supply (SLO) 805-8410
* Stenner Creek Animal Hospital (SLO) 543-2500
* Squeaks, Chirps & Bubbles Pet & Feed Store (LO) 528-5611
View The Current Schedule for the low cost vaccine clinics at:
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:
http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/aserv
To participate in a new low cost spay/neuter program in SLO county, visit
http://slovets.com/
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