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Spay and Neuter Services
Spay and neuter services at Canyon Lake Veterinary Hospital are scheduled from Monday through Friday. The procedure includes pre-operative blood work, an IV catheter and fluids, an e-collar, and a pre-operative exam. For more information or to schedule an appointment, you can call 951-244-3401. Let me know if you need any more details!
Vaccination Protocols
Canine Vaccine Protocol:
1. Puppies:
- DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza):
- Initial vaccination at 6-8 weeks of age, followed by boosters every 3-4 weeks until 16 weeks of age.
- Booster at 1 year.
- Rabies:
- First dose at 16 weeks of age.
- Booster at 1 year.
- Bordetella (Kennel Cough):
- Initial dose at 8 weeks of age; booster every 6 months to 1 year depending on exposure.
- Leptospirosis:
- Initial dose at 12 weeks of age; booster at 16 weeks, then annually.
- Lyme Disease:
- Initial dose at 12 weeks of age; booster at 16 weeks, then annually.
- Canine Influenza:
- Initial dose at 6-8 weeks of age; booster 3-4 weeks later, then annually.
2. Adults:
- DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza):** Annually.
- Rabies: Every 3 years, depending on local laws.
- Bordetella (Kennel Cough): Annually.
- Leptospirosis: Annually.
- Lyme Disease: Annually.
- Canine Influenza: Annually.
Feline Vaccine Protocol:
1. Kittens:
- FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia):
- Initial vaccination at 6-8 weeks of age, followed by boosters every 3-4 weeks until 16 weeks of age.
- Booster at 1 year.
- Rabies:
- First dose at 12-16 weeks of age.
- Booster at 1 year.
- Feline Leukemia (FeLV):
- Initial dose at 8-12 weeks of age; booster 3-4 weeks later, then annually if at risk.
2. Adults:
- FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia): Annually.
- Rabies: Every 1-3 years, depending on local laws.
- Feline Leukemia (FeLV): Annually if at risk.
- FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus): Annually if at risk.
Wellness Plans Benefits
The wellness plans at Canyon Lake Veterinary Hospital offer a range of services depending on the plan selected. These can include spay or neuter, dental scaling, x-rays, unlimited exams, 10% off services, lab tests, and additional x-rays. If you need more detailed information or specific plan options, feel free to ask!