Companion Animal Vaccination

Vaccination

Effective method to protect against infectious diseases.

Annual vaccine booster

Yearly vaccination containing multiple antigens.

Individualized medicine

Tailored vaccination based on pet's specific needs.

Local prevalence of disease

Frequency of disease in a specific area.

Vaccination hesitancy

Concerns about vaccine safety among pet owners.

Vaccination guidelines

Recommendations for vaccination based on scientific evidence.

Herd immunity

Population protection achieved through widespread vaccination.

Core vaccines

Essential vaccines for all dogs and cats.

Non-core vaccines

Optional vaccines based on individual risk factors.

Not recommended vaccines

Vaccines lacking sufficient scientific evidence.

Canine distemper virus

Virus causing fever and respiratory symptoms.

Canine adenovirus type 2

Virus causing infectious canine hepatitis symptoms.

Canine parvovirus

Virus causing severe gastro-enteritis in dogs.

CAV 1

Type of adenovirus causing generalized disease.

CAV 2

Type of adenovirus linked to respiratory disease.

Leptospirosis

Bacterial infection transmitted through contaminated water.

Broncho-pneumonia

Lung inflammation following viral infection.

Hyperkeratosis

Thickening of skin, often in footpads.

Feline panleukopenia virus

Virus closely related to canine parvovirus.

Myocarditis

Heart inflammation causing sudden death in pups.

Catarrhal discharge

Mucous discharge from eyes and nose.

Jaundice

Yellowing of skin and eyes due to liver issues.

Viraemia

Presence of virus in the bloodstream.

CPV

Canine Parvovirus; causes severe gastro-enteritis.

FPLV

Feline Panleukopenia Virus; closely related to CPV.

Myocarditis

Heart muscle inflammation; can lead to sudden death.

Kennel Cough

Upper respiratory disease; characterized by harsh cough.

Bordetella bronchiseptica

Bacterium involved in kennel cough infections.

Leptospirosis

Bacterial disease with variable clinical manifestations.

Tetravalent Vaccine

Vaccine protecting against four Leptospira serogroups.

Leptospira canicola

One of the serogroups in Leptospirosis vaccine.

Leptospira icterohaemorrhagiae

Another serogroup included in Leptospirosis vaccine.

Leptospira Grippotyphosa

Third serogroup in Leptospirosis vaccine formulation.

Leptospira Australis

Fourth serogroup in Leptospirosis vaccine formulation.

Clinical Signs

Symptoms like vomiting, weakness, and jaundice.

Polyuria/Polydipsia

Increased urination and thirst; common in Leptospirosis.

Kennel Cough Vaccine

Intra-nasal vaccine for kennel cough protection.

Bronchishield®

Nasal drops vaccine for kennel cough agents.

Canigen KC®

Vaccine for Bordetella and canine parainfluenza.

Nobivac KC®

Vaccine for Bordetella and canine parainfluenza.

Rabies Virus

Vaccine required for international travel with dogs.

Onset of Immunity

Serological response occurs 2-3 weeks post-vaccination.

Duration of Immunity

Immunity lasts for 3 years after vaccination.

Babesiosis

Tick-borne disease destroying red blood cells.

Nobivac piro®

Withdrawn vaccine for Babesia canis and rossi.

Feline Vaccination Programme

Includes vaccines for common feline viral diseases.

Feline Panleucopenia Virus

Parvovirus causing fever, depression, and diarrhea.

Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis

Herpes virus causing sneezing and conjunctivitis.

Feline Calicivirus Disease

Similar signs to FVR; affects feline respiratory health.

Feline Leukaemia Virus

Viral infection leading to cancer in cats.

FeLV

Feline Leukemia Virus causing various disorders.

Immunosuppression

Reduced immune response, increasing infection risk.

Neoplasia

Abnormal tissue growth, often cancerous.

Anaemia

Deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin.

Immune mediated diseases

Diseases caused by immune system attacking body.

Reproductive disorders

Conditions affecting reproductive health and function.

Enteritis

Inflammation of the intestine, causing digestive issues.

Chlamydophila felis

Bacterial infection causing respiratory and eye issues.

Rabies Virus

Viral disease preventable by vaccination in cats.

Bordetella bronchiseptica

Bacteria causing respiratory disease in cats.

Myxomatosis

Viral disease affecting rabbits, preventable by vaccine.

VHD/RHD

Viral Hemorrhagic Disease in rabbits, types 1 and 2.

Nobivac Myxo-RHD

Combination vaccine for myxomatosis and VHD.

Paramyxovirus

Virus causing respiratory illness in pigeons.

Aeromonas salmonicida

Bacterial infection in fish, preventable by vaccine.

Infectious pancreatic necrosis virus

Virus causing disease in fish populations.

Canine distemper

Viral disease affecting ferrets, no licensed vaccine.

Maternally Derived Antibodies (MDAs)

Antibodies from mother protecting young animals.

Vaccine failure mechanisms

Ways MDAs inhibit effective vaccination response.

Initial vaccination programmes

First vaccinations crucial for young animal immunity.

Vaccination timing

Critical for maximizing protective immune response.

WSAVA guidelines

Recommendations for vaccination schedules in puppies.

Socialization period

Critical time for young animals to interact.

Critical Socialisation Period

3 to 5 weeks before first vaccination.

First Vaccination Timing

Occurs before 6 weeks of age.

Second Vaccination Timing

Usually at 12 weeks of age.

Post Second Vaccination Waiting Period

1 to 2 weeks for immune response.

Full Protection Age

Puppy may be 14 weeks old.

WSAVA VGG Recommendation

16 week vaccine for better protection.

Socialisation Compromise

Balance protection and behavioural development.

Mixing with Unknown Dogs

Not allowed until fully vaccinated.

Puppy Exposure Guidelines

Experience sights without disease risk.

Vaccination at 12 Months

Catches puppies failing to respond.

Primary Puppy Series

Four core vaccines recommended by VGG.

Booster Vaccination Frequency

Components need not be annual.

Canine Distemper Virus Revaccination

Every 3 years.

Canine Parvovirus Revaccination

Every 3 years.

Canine Parainfluenza Virus Revaccination

Every year.

Leptospirosis Revaccination

Every year.

Feline Vaccination Frequency

Rhinotracheitis, calicivirus annually.

Panleucopaenia Revaccination

Every 3 years or annually.

Rabbit Vaccination Protocol

Nobivac Myxo RHDV from 5 weeks.

RHDV Type 2 Vaccination

Eravac at 30 days.

Vaccine Load Considerations

Individual variation in duration of immunity.

Overvaccination Definition

Administering unnecessary vaccines to animals.

Adverse Effects of Vaccination

Benefits outweigh risks significantly.

Vaccination

Safest method of protection against diseases.

Adverse Reactions

Negative effects following vaccination, potentially serious.

SARSS

National voluntary scheme for monitoring vaccine reactions.

Non-specific Reaction

Common mild reactions post-vaccination, often self-resolving.