Mobile Pet Vaccinations

Distemper (DHLPP or DHPP) 


This is a combination vaccine that protects against several different illnesses. The abbreviation DHLPP or DHPP indicates exactly which illnesses the vaccine protects against:

D = Canine distemper virus. A very serious virus with a death rate close to 50% in untreated dogs. It attacks the respiratory, digestive, and nervous system.

H = Hepatitis. A serious disease that affects the liver. (This vaccine is sometimes indicated by A2 in the abbreviation, since it protects against canine adenovirus-2 and adenovirus-1.)

L = Leptospirosis. This potentially serious bacterial disease attacks the kidneys and liver of infected dogs and can be transmitted to humans. Vaccination against this disease is generally considered noncore but may be recommended in areas where leptospirosis is common.

P = Parvovirus. This highly contagious, serious virus has a death rate of close to 90% in untreated dogs. The virus causes severe diarrhea and vomiting, and affects the digestive and immune systems.

P = Parainfluenza. This is a mild respiratory viral disease in dogs.

Rabies

Rabies is a disease of mammals and is 100% fatal, with no effective treatment. Because this disease can also affect humans, rabies vaccination is required by law in most states.

Lyme

Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness that is common in our area. Several vaccines are available to protect against infection. The initial vaccine requires a booster 2-4 weeks later, and then is given annually. We will help you determine if your dog should receive the vaccine, depending on his or her risk of exposure. We may also recommend testing your dog for Lyme before administering the vaccine.

Bordetella

The bordetella vaccine protects against a bacterial respiratory disease commonly referred to as kennel cough. This dog vaccination is recommended for dogs that are frequently around groups of dogs – at dog parks, boarding kennels, the groomer, etc. The disease is highly contagious and easily transmitted through the air or the environment.

Feline distemper (FVRCP)

This combination vaccine protects against three deadly airborne viruses: rhinotracheitis, calicivirus and panleukopenia.

Rhinotracheitis is caused by the common feline herpes virus. Symptoms include crusty eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and drooling. It can be fatal if left untreated.

Calicivirus has similar symptoms, and can also cause mouth ulcers. It is more common in kittens or senior cats.

Panleukopenia, commonly known as feline distemper, is very serious and is easily transmitted from cat to cat. It progresses rapidly and can be fatal. Symptoms include fever, vomiting and bloody diarrhea. It’s more commonly seen in kittens.

Rabies

Rabies is a disease of mammals and is 100% fatal, with no effective treatment. Because this disease can also affect humans, rabies vaccination is required by law in most states.

Feline leukemia (FeLV)

This virus affects the cat’s immune system, and usually causes anemia or lymphoma. Affected cats don’t usually show any symptoms, but can pass the virus along to other cats. There is no treatment for this fatal disease, although cats can live with it for years. This is a cat vaccination that might be recommended if your cat goes outside and could come into contact with other cats that could be carriers of the virus.