Reminder:
August 22nd is Take Your Cat to the Vet Day.
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Even though cats outnumber dogs as the most popular pet, they aren’t getting seen by veterinarians as often as dogs. This is a good reminder to make that long overdue appointment for your cat’s yearly wellness exam. Please let us provide regular veterinary care for your cats even if they aren’t showing any outward signs of illness.
727-584-8370
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What is an immunization? The process in which person or pet is made immune or resistant to an infectious disease, typically by the administration of a vaccine. Vaccines stimulate the body's own immune system to protect the person against subsequent infection or disease.
Is it important to vaccinate my pet? Yes! Pets should be vaccinated to protect them from many highly contagious and deadly diseases. Even though some formerly common diseases have now become uncommon, vaccination is still highly recommended because these serious disease agents continue to be present in the environment.
Does vaccination ensure protection? For most pets, vaccination is effective and will prevent future disease. Occasionally, a vaccinated pet may not develop adequate immunity and, although rare, it is possible for these pets to become ill. It is important to remember that although breakdowns in protection do occur, most successfully vaccinated pets never show signs of disease, making vaccination an important part of your pet's preventive health care.
Are there risks?Although most pets respond well to vaccines, like any medical procedure vaccination carries some risk. The most common adverse responses are mild and short-term, including fever, sluggishness, and reduced appetite. Pets may also experience temporary pain or subtle swelling at the site of vaccination.
Remember that while vaccination is not without risk, failure to vaccinate leaves your pet vulnerable to fatal illnesses that are preventable.
Why do puppies and kittens require a series of vaccinations? Very young puppies and kittens are highly susceptible to infectious diseases. This is especially true as the natural immunity provided in their mothers' milk gradually wears off. To keep gaps in protection as narrow as possible and to provide optimal protection against disease for the first few months of life, a series of vaccinations are scheduled, usually 3-4 weeks apart. For most puppies and kittens, the final vaccination in the series is administered when they are 12 to 16 weeks old.
How often should my pet be vaccinated?For many years, a set of annual vaccinations was considered normal and necessary for dogs and cats. Veterinarians have since learned more about diseases and pets' immune systems, and there is increasing evidence that immunity triggered by some vaccines provides protection beyond one year. Pinellas County requires that your pet have a rabies vaccination in order to obtain a license.
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Meet “Harley” Langdale Largo Veterinary Hospital's August 2014 Pet of the Month
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 Hi, my name is “Harley”, and I am an 8 year-old gray Schnoodle. My mom thinks I am special as I helped her get through a very sad time in her life. Dr. Lutz and Dr. Daniels will be happy to know that my favorite treat is Greenies. Something funny that happened to me was the time a horse turned his head to look at me and I got scared. I jumped straight up in the air! My owner loves me so much that I go where ever I can with her. I love to show a new toy off to everyone who comes over! I am so spoiled that I get to sleep right next to my mom.
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