Importance of Vaccinating Your Pets

The Importance of Vaccinating Your Pets

Vaccinations are essential to the health of your pet and could impact the health of your family as well. At Ambassador Animal Hospital in Columbia, SC, our veterinarians take animal health seriously and strongly encourage you to get vaccinations for your pets.

Basic Vaccinations

In South Carolina, rabies vaccinations are required by law. In Columba, you must license your pet, and the vaccine is required for licensing. Rabies is an illness that is spread by animals and can be prevented by vaccinating your pets. Wild animals can also spread rabies. Even if your pet stays in the house most of the time, your pet could still encounter a wild animal and get infected if your pet is not vaccinated. Distemper is a similar illness that is spread by wild animals that can be easily prevented with a vaccine.

Protection from Disease

There are a variety of infectious diseases that can be prevented with vaccines. Vaccines could also save you a lot of money in medical bills since treating these diseases is more expensive than preventing them. Most important of all, these vaccines can save your furry friend’s life.

There are a few illnesses that can be spread from animals to humans, and getting your pets vaccinated protects other family members as well. There are core vaccines that are considered the minimum you should get for your pet. Some other vaccines are often recommended but not essential.

Puppies and Kittens

Puppies and kittens can start vaccinations at a very young age. The first one primes the pet's immune system, and future vaccinations build on that protection. Get your young pet off to a great start by starting the vaccination process as early as possible.

Come See Us for Pet Vaccinations

Many people choose to have their pet vaccinated as part of the pet’s annual wellness visit with the veterinarian. Call Ambassador Animal Hospital in Columbia, SC, today at (803) 787-3840 to schedule an appointment to have your pet vaccinated to keep your furry friend happy and healthy for years to come.

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Columbia Office

Monday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Saturday:

9:00 am-12:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed