Recommended but not required are leptospirosis, heartworm prevention and flea prevention.
Dogs
| Vaccine | Note |
|---|---|
| Rabies | Required by California law for dogs, with few exceptions. |
| Distemper/parvo | Often given as a combination shot. |
| Bordetella | Injection, intranasal or oral; does not cover every respiratory illness. |
| Canine influenza (H3N2 and H3N8) | Recommended, not required. One vaccine covers both; first dose, booster in 3 to 4 weeks, then yearly. |
Cats
Cats need rabies and FVRCP, the combination that covers rhinotracheitis, calicivirus and panleukopenia.
How to send records
- Upload them to your ProPetware account.
- Or email a copy.
- Or bring a copy to the first check-in.
- Send updates after any booster.
Flea and tick
Pets should arrive flea and tick free. If a problem is found after drop-off, the pet is bathed and the owner pays for the bath.
Why records must stay current
The records have to show the vaccines are current on the first day and still valid on the last. A rabies certificate that expires halfway through the stay is the most common problem, so check the dates a month before you travel. Rabies is every three years for healthy adult dogs and cats, while Bordetella boosters follow your vet's schedule and canine influenza is yearly after the booster.
Recommended extras
Leptospirosis, heartworm prevention and flea prevention are recommended, not required. Talk to your vet about which fit your pet's life.