Pediatrics

Puppies and Kittens require extra attention. Nutrition is vitally important. Proper training is essential, and wellness examinations and vaccinations are critical for your pet's well being at this young age. Meyerland Animal Clinic's vaccination protocol is listed below. We will be happy to review your existing records and determine what vaccinations your pet may require.

SPAY/NEUTER
We recommend neutering or spaying your pet at approximately 4-6 months of age. This is the age when cats and dogs will begin to reproduce..


Puppies to Young Adults
6-8 weeks: Exam

Fecal Examination

1st DHLP-P (Distemper-Hepatitis-Lepto-Parainfluenza-Parvo

Worming

Start Heartworm Preventive


10-12 weeks: Exam

Fecal Examination

2nd DHLP-P

Worming


14-16 weeks: Exam

Rabies Vaccination

3rd DHLP-P


1 Year: Exam

Rabies 3 Year Vaccination

DHLP-P

Fecal/Worming

Heartworm Test


2 Year: Exam

Fecal

DHP-P 3 Year Vaccination

Leptospirosis Vaccine (annual vaccination)

Heartworm Test


(We use a 3 year rabies and DHP-P vaccine in adult dogs. Leptospirosis is always administered annually).


Kittens to Young Adults
6-9 weeks: Exam

1st FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis-Calici-Panleukopenia)

1st Feline Leukemia*

Fecal/Worming

Start Heartworm Preventive


9-12 weeks: Exam

2nd FVRCP

2nd Feline Leukemia*

Fecal/Worming


12-16 weeks: Exam

Rabies Vaccination

(We use a non-adjuvanted vaccine that studies show reduce the risk of vaccine-related sarcomas. Annual vaccination required.)


1 Year: Exam

Rabies Vaccination

FVRCP

Feline Leukemia*


2 Year: Exam

Rabies Vaccination

FVRCP (Vaccine every three years.)
* Vaccine recommended for outdoor cats only.


Your adult pet will need an annual exam each year. All dogs need annual leptospirosis vaccines, fecal, and heartworm testing. Discuss other vaccine schedules with your doctor. Blood profiles are also recommended yearly. Boarding/Show/Groomed dogs require Bordetella vaccination every 6 months.

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