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What is the earliest age at which an animal can be safely vaccinated?

In general, six to nine weeks is the earliest age at which a routine vaccination program should be started. Exceptions occur for animals who are in environments which would likely expose them to disease, e.g., humane shelters, breeding facilities, etc. These animals may benefit from earlier vaccinations. Vaccination with a parvovirus vaccine in puppies 5 weeks of age is recommended by some. Vaccinating puppies and kittens less than 4-5 weeks of age is generally not recommended.

Distemper

Canine distemper is a contagious and serious viral illness with no known cure. The disease affects dogs, and certain species of wildlife, such as raccoons, wolves, foxes, and skunks. The common house pet, the ferret, is also a carrier of this virus. Canine distemper belongs to the Morbillivirus class of viruses, and is a relative of the measles virus, which affects humans, the Rinderpest virus that affects cattle, and thePhocine virus that causes seal distemper. All are members of the Paramyxoviridaefamily. Young, unvaccinated puppies and non-immunized older dogs tend to be more susceptible to the disease.



Symptoms and Types


The virus, which is spread through the air and by direct or indirect (i.e. utensils, bedding) contact with an infected animal, initially attacks a dog’s tonsils and lymph nodes and replicates itself there for about one week. It then attacks the respiratory, urogenital, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems.



In the initial stages of Canine Distemper, the major symptoms include high fever (≥103.5 ° F, or 39.7° C), reddened eyes, and a watery discharge from the nose and eyes. An infected dog will become lethargic and tired, and will usually becomeanorexic. Persistent coughing, vomiting, and diarrhea may also occur. In the later stages of the disease, the virus starts attacking the other systems of the dog’s body, particularly the nervous system. The brain and spinal cord are affected and the dog may start having fits, seizures, paralysis, and attacks of hysteria.

http://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/respiratory/c_dg_canine_distemper
 
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Whiskey said:
What is the earliest age at which an animal can be safely vaccinated?

In general, six to nine weeks is the earliest age at which a routine vaccination program should be started. Exceptions occur for animals who are in environments which would likely expose them to disease, e.g., humane shelters, breeding facilities, etc. These animals may benefit from earlier vaccinations. Vaccination with a parvovirus vaccine in puppies 5 weeks of age is recommended by some. Vaccinating puppies and kittens less than 4-5 weeks of age is generally not recommended.

Distemper

Canine distemper is a contagious and serious viral illness with no known cure. The disease affects dogs, and certain species of wildlife, such as raccoons, wolves, foxes, and skunks. The common house pet, the ferret, is also a carrier of this virus. Canine distemper belongs to the Morbillivirus class of viruses, and is a relative of the measles virus, which affects humans, the Rinderpest virus that affects cattle, and thePhocine virus that causes seal distemper. All are members of the Paramyxoviridaefamily. Young, unvaccinated puppies and non-immunized older dogs tend to be more susceptible to the disease.



Symptoms and Types


The virus, which is spread through the air and by direct or indirect (i.e. utensils, bedding) contact with an infected animal, initially attacks a dog’s tonsils and lymph nodes and replicates itself there for about one week. It then attacks the respiratory, urogenital, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems.



In the initial stages of Canine Distemper, the major symptoms include high fever (≥103.5 ° F, or 39.7° C), reddened eyes, and a watery discharge from the nose and eyes. An infected dog will become lethargic and tired, and will usually becomeanorexic. Persistent coughing, vomiting, and diarrhea may also occur. In the later stages of the disease, the virus starts attacking the other systems of the dog’s body, particularly the nervous system. The brain and spinal cord are affected and the dog may start having fits, seizures, paralysis, and attacks of hysteria.

http://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/respiratory/c_dg_canine_distemper
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He showed none of these symptoms I will keep him isolated though thank you so much.

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AndriaD

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Whiskey said:
What is the earliest age at which an animal can be safely vaccinated?

In general, six to nine weeks is the earliest age at which a routine vaccination program should be started. Exceptions occur for animals who are in environments which would likely expose them to disease, e.g., humane shelters, breeding facilities, etc. These animals may benefit from earlier vaccinations. Vaccination with a parvovirus vaccine in puppies 5 weeks of age is recommended by some. Vaccinating puppies and kittens less than 4-5 weeks of age is generally not recommended.

Distemper

Canine distemper is a contagious and serious viral illness with no known cure. The disease affects dogs, and certain species of wildlife, such as raccoons, wolves, foxes, and skunks. The common house pet, the ferret, is also a carrier of this virus. Canine distemper belongs to the Morbillivirus class of viruses, and is a relative of the measles virus, which affects humans, the Rinderpest virus that affects cattle, and thePhocine virus that causes seal distemper. All are members of the Paramyxoviridaefamily. Young, unvaccinated puppies and non-immunized older dogs tend to be more susceptible to the disease.



Symptoms and Types


The virus, which is spread through the air and by direct or indirect (i.e. utensils, bedding) contact with an infected animal, initially attacks a dog’s tonsils and lymph nodes and replicates itself there for about one week. It then attacks the respiratory, urogenital, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems.



In the initial stages of Canine Distemper, the major symptoms include high fever (≥103.5 ° F, or 39.7° C), reddened eyes, and a watery discharge from the nose and eyes. An infected dog will become lethargic and tired, and will usually becomeanorexic. Persistent coughing, vomiting, and diarrhea may also occur. In the later stages of the disease, the virus starts attacking the other systems of the dog’s body, particularly the nervous system. The brain and spinal cord are affected and the dog may start having fits, seizures, paralysis, and attacks of hysteria.

http://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/respiratory/c_dg_canine_distemper
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God... it sounds so horrible, euthanasia might be a better choice for any animal that's too young to fight it off.

Andria
 
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Eternal Spirit, we bring you our grief in the loss of [Harley] and ask for courage to bear it. We bring you our thanks for [Harley] who lived among us and gave us freely of his love. We commit our friend and companion [Harley] into your loving hands. Give us eyes to see how your love embraces all creatures and every living thing speaks to us of your love. Amen.
 
Whiskey

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Yes there is, no doubt one was for feline lukemia , not sure what the others are for feline but pretty sure one included in the boosters is distemper, they can also get parvo which is in the same line as distemper.

Feline distemper is a disease more appropriately known as felinepanleukopenia virus (FPV), which is sometimes also referred to asfeline parvovirus. Despite the name, this contagious disease does not affect a cat's temperament nor is it related to caninedistemper

Feline Panleukopenia virus (FPV), also commonly referred to as feline distemper, is a highly contagious and life-threatening viral disease in the cat population. This virus affects the rapidly dividing blood cells in the body, primarily the cells in the intestinal tract, bone marrow, and in the stem cells of the developing fetus. Because the blood cells are under attack, this virus can lead to an anemic condition, and it can open the body to infections from other illnesses – viral or bacterial.



In the unvaccinated population, FP is one of the most important feline diseases. The causative virus is very resilient and can survive for years in contaminated environments, so vaccination is the best preventative available. Kittens between the ages of two to six months are at highest risk for developing severe disease symptoms, as well as pregnant cats and immune compromised cats. In adults cats, FP usually occurs in mild form and may even go unnoticed. Fortunately, cats that survive this infection are immune to any further infection with this virus.

Link for your questions> http://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/infectious-parasitic/c_ct_feline_panleukopenia#
 
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PetMD is a great sourse to look up all your pet questions, I use it a lot , along with regular vet visits, we take on responsibilities when we have our beloved pets....one of them is making sure to vaccinate to protect everyone's pets along with spay and neutering.

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AndriaD

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Ok cool! I trust the place that vaccinated her, as they're a non-profit spaying/neutering/rescue organization -- they get pets from the shelter and get them fixed and vaccinated and up for adoption, to try and prevent so much willy-nilly euthanasia. It's called "Planned Pethood", and they're truly awesome; everyone there is a volunteer, their very low "donation" amounts are only for the expenses of running the place and offering the surgeries and vaccines.

Andria

ETA: http://pethoodga.org/
 
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AndriaD said:
Ok cool! I trust the place that vaccinated her, as they're a non-profit spaying/neutering/rescue organization -- they get pets from the shelter and get them fixed and vaccinated and up for adoption, to try and prevent so much willy-nilly euthanasia. It's called "Planned Pethood", and they're truly awesome; everyone there is a volunteer, their very low "donation" amounts are only for the expenses of running the place and offering the surgeries and vaccines.

Andria
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Excellent:)
 
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