Vaccinating your dog

First vaccinations and boosters are important to protect your dog from often fatal diseases like parvovirus, distemper and leptospirosis. They can also reduce the severity of other diseases like kennel cough. 

A small amount of the virus or bacteria that we want to protect from is given in a dead or modified strain which is harmless to your dog but allows the immune system to recognise it so it can attack and kill it, should your dog be exposed to it. 

Vaccines are best given when your dog is a puppy, as it will not only protect your dog but the whole dog population locally. 

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During your vaccination consultation, your BestFriend will be given a top to toe examination. Hopefully your pet will be given a clean bill of health, but it is during