The Importance of Vaccines

Our pets look to us for comfort, play, love, and care. When it comes to the health of our pets, we must do all that we can to prevent illness and to ensure a high quality of life. Vaccines are a simple yet very effective way to protect our pets for years to come. If you live in or around Logan, UT, schedule an appointment for a veterinary check-up at Bridgerland-Cache Animal Hospital. After a thorough examination, one of our veterinarians will make sure your pet is staying on his or her vaccination schedule.

What are Vaccines?

Pet vaccines are used to prevent or reduce the effects of various diseases when your pet is exposed to them. This could be due to an interaction with another neighborhood pet, or some animal out in the wild. There are vaccines for rabies, parvo, kennel cough, and several others that have been used to save the lives of millions of household pets. To put it simply, vaccines work by stimulating an immune response in an animal without causing the disease itself. This helps to build up an immunity to the disease so that your pet can live a happy and healthy life.

Why are Vaccines So Important?

For starters, vaccines help to prevent your pet from getting ill. Veterinary medicine has come a long way but as with all medicine, prevention is easier than treating a problem that has had time to develop into something worse. Some vaccines are not only a good idea, they are legally required such as the rabies vaccine. Certain vaccines are also needed if you intend to board your pet at a professional kennel for an extended period. Cats and dogs are very susceptible to several different diseases and making sure your pet is properly vaccinated will provide peace of mind for years to come.

Pets Vaccinations in Cache Valley

If you live in or around Logan, UT, and your pet is due for his or her shots, call Bridgerland-Cache Animal Hospital today at (435) 752-2151 to schedule an appointment. We also provide a wide range of veterinary services to keep your furry friend healthy.