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VACCINATIONS
Why do I need to get my pet Vaccinated?
Keeping your pet vaccinated is one of the most important steps in ensuring their long-term health and well-being. At Ipswich Family Vets, we tailor our vaccination protocols to suit your pet’s lifestyle, age, and risk factors—because no two pets are the same.
Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all vaccination schedules. Our veterinary team will work with you to make sure your dog or cat receives the right protection, at the right time. We review your pet’s vaccination needs at every health check to ensure they’re always up to date.
Vaccinations are given during routine wellness appointments. If your pet is boarding, travelling, or has fallen behind in their schedule, don’t worry—we can help get them safely back on track.
If you are a new client to the Ipswich Family Veterinary Clinic, call us about our $50 new client vaccination discount when you make the booking.
DOGS
Puppies Vaccination Schedule:
- First Vaccination at 6 to 8 Weeks of Age
- Second Vaccination at 10 to 12 Weeks of Age
- Third Vaccination at 14 to 16 Weeks of Age
- Annual Booster Vaccination after 12 Months of Age
Adult Dog Vaccination Schedule:
- Adult dogs require an Annual Booster of their Vaccinations every year. This Vaccination is on-going every 12 months around the same date as the last. This is to ensure long-term immunity against the contagious diseases.
What do the vaccinations prevent against?
- C3 Vaccination - Protection against Parvovirus, Distemper & Hepatitis
- C5 Vaccination - Protection against all the above viruses plus Bordatella/Kennel cough
Travel Vaccinations?
- We carry out Rabies Vaccinations for dog international travel. Please note they need to be vaccinated at least 30 days before travel.
CATS
Kitten Vaccination Schedule:
- First Vaccination at 6 to 8 Weeks of Age
- Second Vaccination at 12 to 14 Weeks of Age
- Third Vaccination at 16 to 18 Weeks of Age
- Annual Booster Vaccination after 12 Months of Age
Adult Cat Vaccination Schedule:
- Adult cats require an Annual Booster of their Vaccinations every year. This Vaccination is on-going every 12 months around the same date as the last. This is to ensure long-term immunity against the contagious diseases.
What do the vaccinations prevent against?
- F3 Vaccination - Protection against Feline Enteritis, Feline Respiratory Disease, & Calicivirus
- FIV Vaccination - Protection against feline immunodeficiency virus (vital for any cat with outdoor access.)
There are also other preventative vaccinations available for your cat, please check with your Veterinarian if these are necessary for your cat.
