Complete Dog Vaccinations in Stockton, CA

Essential Dog Vaccinations: Protecting Your Furry Friend

Vaccinations are crucial for protecting your dog from various diseases. By vaccinating your dog, you can significantly reduce their risk of contracting serious illnesses. Here are some of the core vaccinations your dog should receive:

Core Vaccinations

These vaccinations are recommended for all dogs, regardless of their lifestyle:

Distemper: Protects against a highly contagious viral disease that can affect multiple organ systems.

Adenovirus: Protects against a viral disease that can cause respiratory infections and hepatitis.

Parvovirus: Protects against a highly contagious viral disease that can cause severe gastrointestinal illness.

Rabies: A deadly viral disease that can affect all mammals, including dogs.

Non-Core Vaccinations

These vaccinations may be recommended for dogs with specific lifestyles or risk factors:

Bordetella: Protects against kennel cough, a highly contagious respiratory disease.

Leptospirosis: Protects against a bacterial disease that can cause kidney damage and liver failure.

Lyme Disease: Protects against a bacterial disease transmitted by ticks.

Vaccination Schedule

Your veterinarian will recommend a specific vaccination schedule for your dog. Typically, puppies receive a series of vaccinations starting at around 6-8 weeks of age. Adult dogs usually require annual booster vaccinations.

Factors Affecting Vaccination Needs

Several factors influence your dog's vaccination needs, including:

Age: Puppies and senior dogs may have specific vaccination requirements.

Lifestyle: Dogs that spend time outdoors or in dog parks may need additional vaccinations.

Health Status: Dogs with underlying health conditions may require more frequent vaccinations.

Testimonial

What They Say

I called Walker Veterinary Hospital at 7:30 in the morning because my fur baby needed an urgent procedure, they fit me in same day within an hour or so of calling and from the moment I walked through those doors I was met with such compassion and kindness. It was such a scary and uncertain time but Dr. Hung and everybody I encountered was kind and knowledgeable and honestly exactly what I needed! My baby is on her road to recovery because of the excellent and timely care she received and I will FOREVER be grateful for them, Doctor called the morning after the procedure to check on her recovery and I just cannot express how much it means to know my girl was in the hands of someone so caring!

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Jenn C

The worst day of our life happened… our boxer Bo’s life came to an end, he was unable to walk anymore. He could barely breathe, and it was time we went to Walker vet, and they took care of things. Someone was really paying attention because they realize the level of grief we were experiencing today in the mail unexpectedly, we received a pair of paw prints Words cannot express how heartfelt this is.

Lauren Johnson

This site saved my dog’s life. My ESA and best friend was limping one day and we went to another site around town, and they prescribed him carprofen. It made things worse. We went to get a second opinion as things worsened at Walker. The doctor walked through symptoms with us, had me feel the lymph nodes in his back leg, and he was diagnosed with Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA). We don’t know what caused it but his body was destroying its own red blood cells. After this was identified he was put on steroids and antibiotics and he is in full recovery! He is back to his normal personality. I owe everything to Walker’s staff for saving my buddy.

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Cody Eliff

We visited Walker Vet because we heard Dr. Hung was familiar with FIP in cats. Her knowledge, and her care, put us at ease and saved our cat’s life. She explained the details to us like a friend. She was genuinely concerned about his life, and helping us to build a strong at-home care regimen. The front office staff is professional and friendly. They operate smoothly and support the doctors well. Of my many phone calls, even on very busy days, I never received any attitude. Just good people helping other people and their pets.

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Randy

My dog has always received the best care from Dr. Connie. My boy can be a handful at times, and Dr. Connie is always very patient with him, as well as with me, in answering all my questions and concerns regarding my fur baby's care. All the staff have always treated us with respect and care. I recommend Wallker Vet, especially Dr. Connie, to all my friends and family! Thank you for all your care, Dr. Connie! We appreciate you.