Preventive health care including pet vaccinations and parasite prevention from the vets at Providence South Animal Hospital in Waxhaw can help keep your pet happy and healthy.
Pet Vaccinations & Parasite Prevention in Waxhaw
At Providence South Animal Hospital, we consider consistent preventive care to be the key to life-long health for the pets we treat.
Routine exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, and good nutrition are essential to ensuring your pet has a long and happy life.
We’ll work with you to create a custom plan for your pet to ensure they get the care they need and deserve.
Which vaccines should I get for my dog?
Vaccines that are required by state law, or strongly recommended for all dogs fall under the category of Core Vaccines listed below.
Boosters for Adult Dogs
Your adult dog needs boosters on the core vaccines every one to three years starting one year after the initial round. The frequency of boosters depends on the specific vaccine used, as well as your dog's lifestyle.
Which vaccines should I get for my cat?
The Core Vaccines for cats listed below are those that are either required by state law, or strongly recommended for all cats, regardless of lifestyle.
Kitten Vaccination Schedule
During their first year, kittens need several vaccinations to protect them against serious diseases. After that, they will need annual boosters.
Boosters for Adult Cats
Your adult cat needs boosters of the core vaccines one year following the initial kitten vaccines. After that booster, these vaccines are generally boostered every one to three years.
Fleas
Small, flightless insects, fleas are external parasites that consume the blood of mammals and birds.
Ticks
Ticks are external parasites that feed on the blood of birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
Earmites
Ear mites are arachnids that live in the ear canals of cats, dogs, other small animals and humans.
Heartworm
Heartworm is a small, thread-like parasitic roundworm that is spread through mosquito bites.
Hookworm
Hookworms are blood-feeding, parasitic roundworms that live in the digestive system of dogs and cats.
Roundworm
Roundworms are parasites that live in the intestine and feed off of partially digested intestinal contents.
Tapeworm
Tapeworms are flat, segmented parasitic worms that live in the intestines of some animals.
Whipworm
Whipworm is a parasitic roundworm common in dogs, that gets its name from its whip-like appearance.