We Keep Dogs – Training & Boarding
Dog Vaccination & Vet Services
Vaccinations are the most cost-effective and safest way to prevent diseases from spreading.
Places where dogs are in close proximity to one another are at a higher risk of having an outbreak.
Check your dog’s vaccination records or contact your veterinarian to make sure they are up-to-date on their vaccinations.
At We Keep Dogs we require all dogs to be current on the following vaccines:
Bordetella (formerly called canine kennel cough) vaccine. The Bordetella vaccine is very important when your dog is being boarded or attends doggie daycare. The vaccine needs to be given at least one week before their stay and boarding facilities require this vaccine to be given once a year at minimum (but some require a 6-month vaccine schedule because of the prevalence of Bordetella). This vaccine is required.
Canine influenza virus (dog flu) vaccine. For dogs that are often around other dogs (such as at boarding kennels, dog shows, or daycare), protecting them against canine influenza (CIV) is very important. Infection rates are high for dogs that are exposed to the virus and dogs can get very sick from CIV. After the initial series, your dog should receive this vaccine every year, and it ideally needs to be completed at least 2 weeks prior to being boarded. Please note this vaccine is not required, it is optional.
DAPP (a.k.a. DHPP) vaccine. This combination vaccine protects dogs against Distemper, Adenovirus type 1 (Hepatitis), Adenovirus type 2 (respiratory), Parainfluenza and Parvovirus. After the initial series, your dog will still need periodic boosters, with the frequency being determined by your veterinarian and based on your dog’s age, lifestyle, and other risk factors. If your dog is due for a booster, it should ideally be done at least 3 weeks before their stay at a kennel to allow them to build up the best immunity prior to boarding. This vaccine is required for daycare, boarding, or any activities on the premises.
Rabies vaccine. The rabies vaccine is mandated by state laws and required every 1 or 3 years, depending on your location. This vaccine is required.
Year-Round Parasite prevention is important as well — you don’t want your dog bringing home any fleas or ticks or getting diseases these parasites transmit. Ensure that your dog is on a prevention program that covers them for external parasites like fleas and ticks, as well as internal parasites like heartworm and intestinal worms. We strongly suggest all of the dogs in our care to be on continuous parasite prevention.
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