Protect your pets from serious infectious diseases with vaccinations at FurWell at Barkingham. Our team provides personalized vaccine recommendations for dogs and cats in Greenville and surrounding communities.
Vaccines work by stimulating your pet's immune system to recognize and fight specific pathogens. Core vaccines protect against the most dangerous and widespread diseases — such as rabies, distemper, and parvovirus for dogs, and rabies and FVRCP for cats. Lifestyle vaccines provide additional protection based on your pet's exposure risk.
Before vaccinating, our veterinarians perform a brief physical exam to confirm your pet is healthy enough to receive vaccines.
We review your pet's history and recommend the appropriate vaccines based on age, lifestyle, and risk factors. Multi-pet households may have different needs for each animal.
Vaccines are given as injections or intranasal drops, depending on the type. Most pets tolerate them very well with minimal discomfort.
We may ask you to wait briefly after vaccination to monitor for any immediate reactions. Side effects are rare and typically mild.
Vaccines are one of the most cost-effective ways to protect your pet's health and prevent disease transmission.
Core vaccines protect against highly contagious, life-threatening diseases like parvovirus, distemper, and rabies. Keeping vaccinations current is critical for your pet's survival.
Vaccinated pets contribute to herd immunity, reducing the spread of disease among pets in your neighborhood and community.
Rabies vaccination is required by law for dogs and cats in South Carolina. Staying current on vaccinations keeps you in compliance and your pet protected.
Core vaccines for dogs include rabies, distemper, parvovirus, and adenovirus (DA2PP). Core vaccines for cats include rabies and FVRCP (feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia). Lifestyle vaccines may also be recommended based on your pet's risk factors.
Vaccine schedules vary by age and type. Puppies and kittens receive a series starting at 6-8 weeks, with boosters every 3-4 weeks until 16 weeks. Adults typically receive boosters every 1-3 years depending on the vaccine. Our team will create a personalized schedule for your pet.
No special preparation is needed. Your pet should be feeling well on the day of vaccination. If your pet seems ill, call us beforehand at (864) 458-8500 to reschedule. Bring any prior vaccine records if available.
Mild soreness, slight lethargy, or reduced appetite may occur for 1-2 days after vaccination. Serious reactions are rare but possible. Contact us immediately if your pet shows facial swelling, difficulty breathing, or collapse after vaccination.
Call us at (864) 458-8500 or visit 1240 E Butler Rd, Greenville, SC 29607. We are open Monday through Thursday, 8am to 4pm and welcome same-day appointments for vaccinations.
Keep your pet protected with the right vaccines at the right time. Call FurWell at Barkingham at (864) 458-8500 or visit 1240 E Butler Rd, Greenville, SC 29607. Open Monday through Thursday, 8am to 4pm.
