5 Reasons to Vaccinate Your Pet
If you have a house pet such as a dog or cat, there's a specific vaccination schedule you should be following. Furthermore, there are a number of great reasons to keep up with your pet's vaccinations!
It Protects Your Pet
First and foremost, when your pet is fully vaccinated, he or she is protected from any number of potentially life-threatening conditions and diseases (rabies, for example). This gives you added peace of mind when it comes to your pet's health.
It Protects Other Pets
Without proper vaccination of your pet, you could also be putting other people's pets and even other people at risk. In fact, an unvaccinated pet could even be a liability in the event that your pet bites or otherwise injures another pet.
It May be Required By Law
These days, many municipalities require certain vaccinations by law. For instance, in most areas, keeping your dog up-to-date on its rabies vaccination is a legal requirement. You could even be fined or otherwise penalized if your dog isn't up-to-date.
Boarding Facilities Require It
If you need to board your pet while on vacation, the boarding facility will ask to see vaccination paperwork. These facilities won't board animals that aren't up-to-date on their vaccinations. The same goes for dog parks.
Benefits Outweigh the Risks
Finally, while some are skeptical to vaccinate their pets due to the risk of side effects, it's worth noting that the benefits of vaccinating always outweigh the risk. Protect the health of your pet and others by taking the time to have your pets properly vaccinated.
Need Pet Vaccination?
If your pet is in need of vaccinations, the good news is that you can trust Dessau Veterinary Clinic with all of your needs. We serve the Pflugerville and North Austin areas and would be happy to assist you with just about any aspect of your pet's healthcare needs. Give us a call at (512) 339-3177 to learn more about our practice, the services we offer, our compassionate team, and our veterinarian staff.
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