Vaccines and Titer Testing

Though there are many different types, vaccinations are divided into two primary categories: core and non-core. Core vaccines are the ones that all pets need, like Rabies. Additional core vaccines for dogs include canine parvovirus, distemper and canine hepatitis. Cats need to be vaccinated against feline panleukopenia, feline calicivirus and feline rhinotracheitis in addition to Rabies. 

Only certain pets need non-core vaccines. We’ll ask you questions about your pet’s lifestyle to help you determine which ones are appropriate for them.  

Titer testing is a simple blood screening that measures an animal’s antibodies to vaccine viruses. This allows us to better assess if or when your pet needs boosters. If the titer test is normal, they are still adequately protected and don’t need a booster. Performing titer tests enables us to keep your pet up to date on essential vaccinations without needlessly getting boosters every year.