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Pet Vaccinations in Florence, KY

Protect your pet from preventable diseases with timely, professional pet vaccinations. A simple shot today can help ensure a healthier tomorrow.

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Preventative Pet Care You Can Trust

We offer comprehensive vaccinations to protect your dog or cat from dangerous — and often deadly — infectious diseases. From essential rabies vaccines to non-core shots, our team provides personalized vaccine protocols based on your pet’s age, lifestyle, and health history.

Located in Florence, KY, we’re proud to help pets and their families live longer, healthier lives through proactive care and trusted veterinary expertise.

Why Are Pet Vaccines Important?

Vaccinations are a vital part of your pet’s preventive health plan. They help your pet’s immune system build protection against serious diseases that can spread quickly and have life-threatening consequences. Some of the most common illnesses vaccines protect against include:

Rabies
Parvovirus
Distemper
Hepatitis
Leptospirosis
Bordetella (kennel cough)
Feline leukemia (FeLV)
Calicivirus and panleukopenia

Many of these diseases have no cure but are preventable with timely shots. Staying current with vaccinations not only protects your pet but also helps safeguard your community by preventing the spread of disease.

Core vs. Lifestyle Vaccines

We categorize vaccines into two groups:

Core Vaccines: These are essential for all pets, regardless of lifestyle (e.g., rabies vaccine, distemper, parvovirus).
Lifestyle/Non-Core Vaccines: These are recommended based on exposure risk (e.g., Bordetella for dogs who are boarded, FeLV for outdoor cats).

We’ll work with you to determine the right schedule and vaccine types for your pet based on factors like age, activity, social exposure, and overall health.

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Puppy and Kitten Shots: Starting Off Right

Young pets are especially vulnerable to illness. Our puppy shots and kitten shots series help build their immune systems during the critical early months of life.

Puppy Vaccination Schedule

Most puppies begin their vaccine series at 6–8 weeks of age, with boosters every 3–4 weeks until 16 weeks. This typically includes protection against:

Distemper
Parvovirus
Hepatitis
Rabies
Leptospirosis
Bordetella (as needed)

Kitten Vaccination Schedule

Kittens should start their shots between 6–9 weeks old. Our kitten vaccine protocol often includes:

Feline herpesvirus
Calicivirus
Panleukopenia
Rabies
FeLV (for at-risk cats)

We tailor each vaccine plan to your pet’s needs and lifestyle to ensure optimal protection.

What to Expect During Your Pet’s Vaccination Visit

When you bring your pet in for vaccination, we do more than just administer shots. Your appointment includes:

A full wellness exam to ensure your pet is healthy
Review of vaccination history and lifestyle factors
Discussion of potential side effects and aftercare
Personalized vaccine schedule and reminders for future visits

Most pets tolerate vaccines well, with only mild side effects like sleepiness or minor swelling at the injection site. If your pet has a history of sensitivity, we’ll take extra precautions to keep them comfortable and safe.