When do I vaccinate my pet?
Vaccines are an important safety measure to help protect you and your animal.
Here is a simplified guide to help you, please always consult a veterinarian first:
Cats
There are two vaccines that are required for your cat. They can be administered to as young as 2 months old (8-10 weeks old.)
Tri-cat: protects against Calicivirus, Panleukopenia and Rhinotrachetits.
Kittens: 1st shot at 2 months old and a booster shot 2-3 weeks later and a second booster after 2-3 weeks. It should be updated annually after this.
Adult cats: one shot and a booster annually.
Rabies: protects against Rabies virus.
Kittens: 3-4 months old, a single shot and it should be updated annually after.
Adult cats: one shot and booster annually.
Recommended but not required:
FeLV Vaccine: protects against Feline Leukemia
Kittens: 1st shot at 2 months old, booster 2-3 weeks later. A second booster 2-3 weeks later and then it should be updated annually.
Adult cats: Once a year.
Dogs
There are two vaccines that are required for your dog. They can be administered starting at 2 months old (8-10 weeks old.)
DHPPiL: protects against Distemper virus, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza virus and Leptospirosis.
Puppies: 1st shot at 2 months old and a booster shot 3-4 weeks later. It should be updated annually after this.
Adult dogs: One shot and a booster annually.
Rabies: protects against rabies virus.
Puppies: 3-4 months old, a single shot and should be given annually.
Adult dogs: one shot and booster annually.
Recommended but not required*:
Kennel Cough (Bordetella): protects against Bordetella, respiratory disease.
Puppies: One at 2 months old, and then it should be updated annually (or every 6 months)
Adult dogs: Once a year (or every 6 months)
*usually done for boarding kennels
Fun Fact: The government vet will vaccinate your pets for free, if you are able to purchase your own vaccines. Just call to make an appointment: +974 4426 3629. Make sure to keep the vaccines cold!