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About vaccinations: *Some people give their dogs its own shots, all except for rabies, which is given by your veterinarian. *Vaccinations are usually for the following: Adenovirus Cough Bordetella Canine distemper Coronavirus Hepatitis Leptospirosis Lyme Parainfluenza Parvovirus Rabies
Talk To Your Vet... *Talk to your veterinarian to find out the right vaccination schedule and which particular shots are needed in your area for your pet. *Recommendations differ as a result of the breed, health status, age, if the dog is used for breeding purposes, type of vaccines, the chance of exposure to the disease, and the geographical location where the dog lives or may go. Keep Track... *Keep track of your dog's vet records and shots-to avoid confusion and they may be required to enter in obedience school or dog events. *Some pups may require extra vaccinations to prevent parvovirus after they are over 15 weeks old-so contact your veterinarian.
Benefits of Giving Your Dog it's Own Shots: The main reason is it is less stress on your pet. They are comfortable in their own home environment and it is convenient for the pet owner.
Keep in Mind: *Shots are easy to give and you will get better each time. *Pets feel a lot less pain than we do from shots because most shots are administered below the loose skin above the thigh or shoulder.
Steps for Giving Your Pet Shots:
First, tighten the needle on the syringe and put it in the liquid vial. Take out all of the liquid.
Second, inject liquid in the vital that has the powdered or freeze-dried part of the vaccine.
Third, Remove the Syringe- and then shake the vial back and forth for a couple of seconds to mix it well.
Fourth, Insert the Needle- and take out the whole entire mixed contents.
Fifth, Tap the syringe to make the air come to the top of the needle, and then push any air out.
Finally, Hold the dog still, insert the needle (bevel up) under the dog's skin, typically near the dog's shoulder blade, and inject the vaccine.*
*You may want to ask your veterinarian to show or assist you the first time because you may be unsure or a little bit nervous. Depending on what you are injecting your dog with depends on where and how deep you administer the injection, so check with your vet. |
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