The rabies virus affects the central nervous system of its host. It is transmitted through the saliva of an infected animal (most commonly through a bite). Once symptoms are present (excessive salivation, confusion, rage and others), it is almost always fatal. Fortunately, there is a very easy way to prevent this from ever happening for your dog or cat! We vaccinate dogs and cats against rabies. The vaccine is extremely effective, and can be administered for one or three year protection doses. You should vaccinate your dog or cat against rabies right away if you haven’t already, and we will schedule any follow up doses for you! + Read more- Read Less

Parvovirus is a very infections viral disease that can cause life-threatening illnesses. This virus attacks a dog’s white blood cells and intestinal tract. If a young animal is infected, the virus can permanently damage the heart. Parvovirus is transmitted through feces, and can live for months on clothes, carpets, floors, etc. Fortunately, all you need to do to prevent this is to make sure your puppy or dog is vaccinated! We will set up a booster and scheduled follow up vaccinations to make sure your dog remains healthy and happy! Periodontal disease is inflammation of the gums, bone or other support structures around the tooth. Not only is it painful, but bacteria from periodontal disease can spread to your dog or cat’s liver, kidneys and heart. Symptoms of this condition are excessive drooling, pawing at the mouth and bad breath.

During our dental exam, we will thoroughly check for all of these symptoms. If they are present, we will create a plan with you to treat them. We provide professional veterinary teeth cleanings for your pet where we use sophisticated instruments to clean below your pet’s gum line, where periodontal disease usually lurks. In more advanced cases, we will provide dental surgery, such as root canals or tooth extractions. Either way, we will educate you on the best options for your pet, and your best options for easy at home care! + Read more- Read Less

Adenovirus causes canine hepatitis, which is a viral disease in dogs that causes upper respiratory tract infections. Symptoms vary widely from lethargy, anxiety and fever to blood vessel collapse, central nervous afflictions, and death. Younger dogs (puppies less than a year old) are particularly susceptible. Because of this, it’s important to get your dog vaccinated against Adenovirus. Fortunately, at Harbor Pines Animal Hospital, we will do just that! We will set up a regimented vaccination series for your dog and administer the vaccine so that your dog is safe and healthy! + Read more- Read Less

Bordatella usually only causes mild illness in healthy dogs, but in puppies or dogs with underlying health issues, it can be very serious and sometimes fatal. Bordatella is a common cause of “kennel cough” (a persistent, forceful cough that often sounds similar to a goose honk) and is very contagious through direct contact - it is even spread through the air. Dogs who are in consistent closed contact with other dogs (such as in a kennel) are the most common victims. We will examine and vaccinate your dog for bordatella so that you both can rest easily, and quietly! + Read more- Read Less

Canine leptospirosis is most commonly spread when urine from an infected animal makes its way into a water source. Because of this, dogs who swim or drink from puddles are most at risk. Leptospirosis primarily affects the kidneys and liver. Most infections are mild, though many dogs experience fever, vomiting, lethargy and other common flu like symptoms. If untreated, it can cause permanent kidney or liver damage. We will vaccinate your dog for lepto and advise you on any future actions to take to prevent this from happening! + Read more- Read Less

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is the most common cause of cancer in cats. It can also cause various blood disorders and can seriously compromise a cat’s immune system. FeLV is commonly spread through saliva, nasal secretions, milk, urine and feces from infected cats. There are two stages to FeLV: primary viremia and secondary viremia. Druing primary viremia, some cats are able to destroy the virus with their own immune system. If the cat is unable to destroy the virus, it will progress to secondary viremia, which is the persistent infection of bone marrow and other tissue. We will vaccinate your cat for FeLV so that your cat’s immune system can defeat the virus if it ever encounters it. This way, your cat won’t be susceptible to the most common cause of feline cancer!+ Read more- Read Less

Feline Calicivirus is a very common upper respiratory infection in unvaccinated cats. The virus attacks the cat’s lungs, mouth, intestines and musculoskeletal system. They symptoms vary widely and are usually very quick to present after infection. It is very common wherever many cats are kept in close proximity, such as at shelters and poorly ventilated households. The calcivirus vaccine will allow your cat to build an antibody response to this disease so that, if infected, your cat’s immune system will be able to defeat it! We will set up a vaccination regiment for your cat so that you can sleep easy, and your cat can too!+ Read more- Read Less

Feline Panleukopinia is a highly contagious virus (sometimes called “cat plague”) that is often fatal to the infected cat. Most panleukopinia deaths are caused by dehydration through diarrhea or secondary infection from a compromised immune system. The virus causes a severe decrease in the cat’s white blood cell count which compromises the immune system. It has a wide variety of symptoms that require a veterinarian to diagnose and treat. It can be spread through contact with bedding, food/water dishes or through the clothing of someone who has come into contact with an infected animal. The virus can survive longer than a year in a suitable environment. Because of the seriousness and prevalence of this virus, vaccination is highly recommended for every cat. Our veterinary staff will administer your cat’s Panleukopinia vaccine and will set up a regiment to keep your cat safe!+ Read more- Read Less