Lazarus Veterinary Clinics, Inc.


FELINE VACCINATIONS:



All cats need to be vaccinated against the life threatening diseases they are at risk of, even if they do not go outside.

Your veterinarian can advise you on which vaccines your pet needs and how frequently they should be given, based upon your pet's lifestyle and risk.

Please feel free to contact the clinic and we will be happy to assist you.


RABIES
This vaccine protects against a fatal virus that damages the central nervous system. Symptoms include fearfulness, aggression, excessive drooling, difficulty swallowing, staggering, and seizures. Rabies is transmitted through bites from infected animals and from eating infected animals, and can be transmitted to humans. 

RHINOTRACHEITIS (W/CALICIVIRUS)
This vaccine protects against two fatal viruses that attack the upper respiratory system. Symptoms include:  nasal discharge, sneezing, inflammation of the nose and eyelids, fever, lameness, and mouth ulcerations. The viruses are spread through air or direct contact with infected bodily discharges.

PANLEUKOPENIA
This vaccine protects against a fatal virus which attacks the immune system, causing the cat to be more susceptible to other infections. It can also cause permanent brain and eye damage. Signs include: depression, decreased appetite, fever, lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration. Transmission can occur through bodily discharges, fleas, bedding, cages, and food dishes. This virus is very resistant to disinfectants and can remain in the environment for up to one year. 

FELINE LEUKEMIA
This vaccine protects against a fatal virus that causes leukemia. It can damage almost any tissue including kidneys, liver, brain, spinal cord, and blood. Some symptoms include: weight loss, lethargy, vomiting, and decreased appetite. The virus is typically spread through cat fights, but can be passed through casual contact, bodily discharges, and from mother to kitten. 

FELINE IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS
This vaccine protects against a fatal virus that is similar to HIV in humans. FIV suppresses the immune system, thus making the cats more susceptible to infections and other diseases. Symptoms include: inflammation of the mouth, recurrent respiratory infections, weight loss, anemia, diarrhea, eye disorders, neurologic disease and cancer. Transmission is primarily via bite wounds. Infected cats can live for many years before symptoms are seen.