Why the Puppy and Kitten Series Repeats
For pet owners across Gebze, Darıca, Çayırova, Dilovası and Kocaeli, juvenile vaccination schedules are tailored to maternal antibody timing. Young animals are protected by maternal antibodies from colostrum, which can also block a vaccine response, so the series repeats at 3 to 4 week intervals and finishes after 16 weeks of age.
A general health check therefore precedes every vaccination, and the schedule is postponed if fever, diarrhoea or parasitism is present. Records are filed with date, product name and lot number.
- Juvenile series at 6 – 8, 10 – 12 and 14 – 16 weeks
- First rabies vaccine after 12 weeks, with statutory registration
- Adult booster interval of 1 – 3 years depending on vaccine type
Preventive Care for Adults and Seniors
The annual visit is more than a booster: it covers weight, dental health, cardiac auscultation, joint assessment and blood work where indicated. In patients older than seven years, renal and thyroid parameters are monitored annually.
Related Clinical Procedures & Health Guides
| Life Stage | Procedure | Interval | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 – 8 weeks | Deworming, first core vaccine | Start | Health check required |
| 10 – 12 weeks | Core vaccine dose 2, external parasite control | 3 – 4 weeks later | Vaccination record filed |
| 14 – 16 weeks | Final core dose, rabies vaccine | 3 – 4 weeks later | Rabies record registered |
| 6 months | Microchip, neutering consultation | Single visit | Registration linked to owner details |
| 1 year | Booster, first annual screening | 12 months | Blood panel recommended |
| Annual | Booster, parasite control, dental check | 12 months | Every 6 months in seniors |
Clinical Pathway
- Age, previous vaccination record and lifestyle risk are assessed.
- A health examination is performed and parasite screening completed.
- The vaccine is administered and recorded with its lot number.
- The next due date is written on the follow-up card and reminder list.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should parasite control be applied?
Deworming is more frequent in juveniles and usually quarterly in adults. External parasite products are applied monthly or quarterly depending on season and environment, with the product chosen by weight and age.
Is swelling or lethargy after vaccination normal?
Mild lethargy and tenderness at the injection site for a few days can occur. Facial swelling, vomiting, breathing difficulty or lethargy lasting more than 48 hours requires immediate contact with the clinic.
Is microchipping mandatory?
Microchipping is recommended for legal registration and for reuniting lost animals, and it is recorded together with the rabies certificate. The chip is implanted by injection at the scruff.
The information on this page is for general guidance and does not replace a physical examination.