Vaccinations
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We strongly recommend that all pets are fully vaccinated.
In the case of your dog we will vaccinate them against Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Distemper, Hepatitis and Parainfluenza.
Due to the use of vaccines in the area we now see much less of these diseases than previously.
We also recommend that your dog be vaccinated against kennel cough especially if they are going to boarding kennels.
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The annual vaccination also gives the vet a chance to give your pet a health check and you can discuss any concerns you have about your pet's health.
In the Strabane area vaccinations have shown to be very effective in controlling these unpleasant diseases.
It is important that your pet receives a booster every year to keep them protected.
Cat Flu
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This is quite common in young kittens and causes sneezing and nasal discharge.
Most cats will recover well but occasionally some cats will go on to develop a chronic condition which will affect them for life.
Parvovirus
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This virus can survive in the environment for over a year and is particularly dangerous to younger animals.
It causes diarrhoea and vomiting and affected animals get sick very quickly. Treatment is expensive and success can often be very limited.
Leptospirosis
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This bacteria causes severe liver damage and jaundice damage and treatment is usually unsuccessful.
Distemper
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Thankfully due to the use of vaccinations we no longer see any cases of distemper,
though we should not get complacent and should continue to vaccinate for this disease.
Hepatitis
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Due to vaccination this disease is rarely seen.
Parainfluenza
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This virus causes mild cold-like symptoms.
Kennel Cough
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This causes a severe cough which lasts for about 10 days. Although recovery from this disease is very good it
can be distressing for both the dog and owner.
In the case of your cat we vaccinate against cat flu, severe diarrhoea and feline leukaemia virus.
Panleukopaenia
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This condition causes a sever Diarrhoea and is similar to parvovirus in dogs.
Feline Leukaemia
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This virus can cause tumours or leave your cat open to infections. This disease is always fatal.
