Rabies vaccinations are required by Indiana state law for dogs, cats and ferrets. We give the three year approved rabies vaccine to both dogs and cats here at Aboite Animal Hospital.

The Franklin County Boards of Health require that all dogs and cats be immunized against rabies by the time they reach three months of age. The rabies shot must be given by a licensed veterinarian.

Information about dog bites and quarantine can be found here. Rabies information from the CDC can be found here.

In October or November, however, December and January are not too late to ensure adequate protection against the flu.

Yes. Influenza viruses continually change every year. A new vaccine is used annually to fight the most current influenza virus. In addition, the antibody a person develops from the vaccine declines over time.

For puppy classes, puppies must be up-to-date for their age, with at least the first set of DHLPP shots, usually given between 6-8 weeks of age. Because socialization is so time-dependant, we do not usually recommend waiting until the whole series of puppy shots are complete, but different veterinarians will suggest different guidelines for your puppy, so please take their advice into consideration. For non-puppy classes (Agility, Basic Manners, etc.

Furious-signs to look for are: restlessness, dog may look agitated, may be excitable. An aggressive stage may follow these behaviors, where the dog may bite will bite at anything, including itself. Salivation is seen as well, due to spasms of the throat muscles preventing the animal from swallowing. Paralytic-signs to watch for are: salivation (due to the same reasons as above) but the animal eventually becomes paralyzed and then dies.

You most likely did not, but in the rare case that you did get sick from the flu, effects would be milder. While a flu shot can prevent serious illness from the flu, it will not prevent "influenza like" illnesses caused by other viruses. Unfortunately, there are a lot of nasty viruses out there!

In October or November, however, December and January are not too late to ensure adequate protection against the flu.

Answer: Rabies vaccinations are good in adult dogs for 3 years. Puppies need to be vaccinated at 4 months of age, again within 12 months and then revaccinated. Contact your veterinarian for more information on vaccinations.

Rabies is a virus that is in the saliva of an infected animal that works its way from the injury through the muscles to the nerves. Once it gets into the nerve, it travels to the spine and brain, finally causing death. It is a slow process, taking up to six months or longer.

Depo-Provera is given by an injection(The Shot). It protects against pregnancy for a exactly three months. Each injection contains progestin, a hormone similar to the one women produce during the last two weeks of the menstrual cycle. It is given in the upper arm or in the buttocks. The percentage of pregnancies in the first year of use is reported as 0.3%. Among women who use Depo-Provera only about 2-3 in 1000 will become pregnant in the first year.

In general, anyone OVER THE AGE OF SIX MONTHS who wants to reduce his or her chances of getting the flu can get vaccinated. However, certain people should get vaccinated each year. They are either people who are at high risk of having serious flu complications or people who live with or care for those at high risk for serious complications.

Yes, licenses expire annually. However, you now have the option of a three year license if your cat, dog or ferret is altered. You will need to have a three year rabies vaccination in order to qualify for a three year license. Section 91.

A:Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes, and here on the eastern shore we are "blessed " with more than our share of mosquitoes. Due to our geographic location and the complex life cycle of the heartworm, it is recommended that your dog be given heartworm prevention medicine monthly all year round.

Yes, Contact your local county Animal Control Office or the California Dept of Health and Human Services at 916–552–9740 for more information. In most cases you may be required to revaccinate your dog. Contact your local county Animal Control Office or the California Dept of Health and Human Services at 916–552–9740 for more information.

Change of diet. Rabies acts like a stomach virus and causes cramping and pain. Rabid animal will avoid food and water because it hurts to put anything in their stomachs. Personality change. Most animals in pain will turn more aggressive; however, some will become more personable, like a child wanting its mother. Paralysis. Since rabies travels up the spine, it can cause problems around the hips of the animal. When this happens, the animal will stagger and fall. Foaming at the mouth.