Understanding your Doggo's Vaccination card

Keeping track of your dog’s vaccinations is an important part of responsible pet ownership. However, vaccine cards can sometimes be confusing, especially with all the stickers and medical terms!

Understanding your dog’s vaccine card helps ensure they stay protected and meet pet hotel requirements when needed. This guide will walk you through how to read and interpret your dog’s vaccine record so you can stay on top of their health and well-being.

Vaccine Pages

The vaccine card usually has separate sections for:

• Vaccinations – Lists core and non-core vaccines your dog has received.

• Anti-Parasitic Treatments – Records deworming and tick/flea preventives.

What Each Page Contains

Your dog’s vaccine card includes important details about their vaccinations and treatments. Here’s what you’ll typically find:

1. Date Given – The day your dog received a vaccine or treatment.

2. Stickers – These come from vaccine vials and confirm the exact brand and type used.

3. Date of Next Vaccine/Anti-Parasitic – The recommended schedule for the next dose.

4. Vet PRC Number, Name, and Signature – Proof that a licensed veterinarian administered the vaccine or treatment.

   

   
   

Types of Dog Vaccines & Treatments and Their Stickers

Vaccines and anti-parasitic treatments protect your dog from serious diseases and parasites. Here are the common ones:

• 5-in-1, 6-in-1, 7-in-1, 8-in-1 – These protect against multiple diseases, including Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus, and Parainfluenza (DHLPP). The higher the number, the more diseases covered. The vaccine sticker will indicate the brand and type.

• Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV) – Protects against rabies, which is required by law in many areas.

• Kennel Cough Vaccine (Bordetella) – Helps protect against Bordetella bronchiseptica, a common cause of canine cough, which is highly contagious among dogs.

• Deworming – Protects against intestinal parasites like roundworms and hookworms. Deworming medications usually have stickers indicating the type and brand.

• Tick and Flea Preventives – These protect against external parasites and come in oral or topical forms. Some have stickers, while others are recorded manually by your vet.

  

  
  

What Vaccines Do We Require as a Pet Hotel?

For the safety of all pets in our care, we require the following:

• Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV)

• Distemper/Parvovirus Combination (DHLPP or equivalent)

• Bordetella/Kennel Cough Vaccine

• Tick & Flea Prevention

• Deworming

Always Consult Your Veterinarian

Vaccine protocols can vary based on your dog’s location, age, health, and lifestyle. Always consult your veterinarian to ensure your dog is on the right schedule for vaccinations and parasite prevention.

By understanding your dog’s vaccine card, you can stay on top of their health needs and ensure they meet our hotel's requirements. Keep their vaccine card updated and don't forget to bring it with you when traveling, booking a stay or visiting your vet!