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Immunization
Many canine diseases can now be prevented through vaccination. A vaccination schedule prepared by your
veterinarian can thus greatly contribute to good health and a longer life span for your dog. Below are the most
important diseases which vaccines are currently available:
Canine Adenovirus type 1 & type 2: cause infectious hepatitis, respectively. Hepatitis caused by CAV-1 may
cause severe liver damage or death. CAV-2 is a cause of respiratory disease in dogs.
Canine Distemper: a widespread, often fatal diseases, and can result in severe multi-systemic disease involving
the respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, skin, and central nervous system.
Canine Parvovirus: a disease of widespread distribution which may cause severe dehydrating, diarrhea, and
vomiting in dogs of varying ages. Parvovirus infection is especially dangerous for puppies.
Canine Parainfluenza: a cause of infectious tracheobronchitis or kennel cough. Parainfluenza is often a mild
respiratory infection in otherwise healthy dogs.
Rabies: is always fatal and attacks the nervous system, and is transmitted chiefly through the bite of an infected
animal.
Canine Leptospirosis: a bacterial infection which may lead to permanent kidney damage. The disease may be
spread to other pets and to humans.
Canine Coronavirus: a contagious intestinal disease causing vomiting and diarrhea in young puppies.
Canine Bordetella (B. bronchiseptica): a cause of respiratory disease in dogs. It is the primary causative agent of
ITB or kennel cough. This bacterial infection can occur alone or in combination with distemper, CAV-2,
parainfluenza, and other respiratory problems.
Lyme: a tick transmitted disease that can cause fever and joint pain
Canine Periodontitis: an inflammation and/or infection of the gums and bones around your dog’s teeth which
can lead to tooth loss if left untreated.