Preventive Medicine for Your Dog and Cat

Vaccination for Dogs and Cats

At the Clinique vétérinaire des petits animaux de l’Estrie, our vaccination recommendations are tailored to your pet’s environment, lifestyle, and role within your family. We focus on protecting against zoonotic diseases—those that can be transmitted from animals to humans—as well as the most common illnesses affecting dogs and cats.

What Core Vaccines Are Recommended for Dogs?

Unneutered male dogs may develop:

Testicular tumors
Perianal tumors
Prostate hyperplasia

Canine Distemper
Canine Hepatitis
Parainfluenza Virus
Parvovirus

Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease transmitted through the urine of infected wild animals, often found in water sources.
It is zoonotic (can be transmitted to humans) and is becoming increasingly common in Quebec.
Vaccination is strongly recommended for all dogs living in our province.

Yes. Rabies is a fatal disease transmitted through the bite of wild animals such as foxes, raccoons, and bats.

It can also be transmitted to humans.
At the Estrie Small Animal Veterinary Clinic, we recommend rabies vaccination for all dogs and cats.

Two other diseases should be considered:

Kennel cough: Common in places where many dogs gather, such as boarding facilities, grooming salons, and dog parks.
Lyme disease: Transmitted by ticks, it is on the rise, especially in the Estrie and Montérégie regions.

Depending on your dog’s environment and habits, the clinic may recommend one or both of these vaccines.

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Whether it’s your dog or your cat, vaccination is an act of love and prevention.

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What Core Vaccines Are Recommended for Cats?

Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis
Feline Calicivirus
Feline Panleukopenia

These diseases can cause respiratory infections, eye diseases, and in the case of panleukopenia, severe diarrhea and death in young cats.

Vaccination is strongly recommended for all cats and kittens.

Yes. Rabies is a fatal disease transmitted through the bite of an infected animal such as a fox, raccoon, or bat.
Even an indoor cat can be exposed—for example, if a bat enters the house.
We recommend rabies vaccination for all cats, regardless of their lifestyle.

Feline leukemia (FeLV) is a serious disease transmitted through saliva, bites, or from a mother cat to her kittens. It often leads to chronic illness and eventually death.
We strongly recommend vaccination against feline leukemia for all cats that go outdoors.

FIV, or “cat AIDS,” is a serious disease transmitted through bites. However, we do not recommend vaccination against FIV because the vaccine interferes with test results and complicates medical monitoring.

Protect Your Pet Against Parasites

To ensure your pet’s health and comfort, it is essential to protect them against internal and external parasites year-round.

Intestinal parasites are very common in dogs and cats. Some intestinal worms can pose a risk of infection to young children. Regular deworming should ideally be part of a preventive health plan for all pets.

Heartworm disease is transmitted to dogs—and less frequently to cats—by infected mosquitoes. Since this disease is present in Quebec, regular testing and prevention are recommended. At the Clinique vétérinaire des petits animaux de l’Estrie, we suggest a monthly treatment that controls both intestinal parasites and heartworms.

Fleas are a constant nuisance worldwide. They not only cause discomfort for our pets but also allergies and skin infections. Flea prevention and treatment are easily managed with monthly treatments, especially during the summer and fall.

Tick-borne diseases, especially Lyme disease, are spreading rapidly in Estrie and Montérégie regions. If your dog spends time in wooded areas or places with tall grass, the Clinique des petits animaux de l’Estrie strongly recommends preventive treatment for ticks.

Other, less common parasites can also affect your pet’s health and well-being. If present, they will be detected by your veterinarian during a vaccination appointment or a medical consultation.

During consultations and examinations, the veterinarians and technicians at the Clinique vétérinaire des petits animaux de l’Estrie will be happy to discuss your pet’s nutritional needs, regardless of their age or condition. Important topics such as obesity, food allergies, dental care, and the optimal growth of your large-breed dog will all be addressed during annual check-ups and follow-up visits.