Q: What do I need to do before my pet is boarded into a kennel along with other cats and/or dogs?
A: Before boarding in a kennel, your cat or dog would need to be fully protected against all transmissible diseases amongst either cats or dogs. There are a few diseases that are transmissible between cats and dogs (e.g., rabies, mange, fleas, ticks, lice, etc.) but for the most part, diseases are transmitted between members of the same species (e.g., dogs to dogs, cats to cats). Vaccinations take time to take effect so all pets should be current on the following vaccinations AT LEAST 10-14 days prior to boarding.
VACCINATIONS REQUIRED:
| Cats |
Status |
Dogs |
Status |
Comments |
Feline Distemper (FVRCP*) |
Current 每 at least 10-14 days before boarding |
Canine Distemper (DHPPi**) |
Current 每 at least 10-14 days before boarding |
Within one year |
FeLV (Feline Leukemia Virus) |
Current 每 at least 10-14 days before boarding |
N/A |
N/A |
Within one year |
Rabies |
Current 每 at least 10-14 days before boarding |
Rabies |
Current 每 at least 10-14 days before boarding |
Within one or three years, depending on vaccine given |
RECOMMENDED TESTS: |
Stool Check |
Current |
Stool Check |
Current |
For internal parasites |
*FVRCP 每 Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia (includes against upper respiratory infections); ** DHPPi 每 Canine Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza (Kennel Cough (Bordetella) partially protected in the DHPPi but Kennel Cough vaccine specifically is not yet legally available in China)
EXTERNAL PARASITE CONTROLS:
Q: What should I do to protect my pet against fleas and ticks during boarding?
A: External parasites (e.g., fleas, ticks, lice, etc.) are a natural concern. A flea and tick preventive such as ※Revolution§ (available only by prescription) or ※Frontline§ may be considered under the supervision of your veterinarian. The preventive should be applied in advance of boarding.
It is highly recommended that your pet have a physical examination if there are any concerns about the above-recommended requirements. Each pet is unique and the veterinarians at the International Center for Veterinary Services can advise you on how best to prepare and protect your pet before boarding.
Please call ICVS at: 8456-1939/1940/1941 or e-mail: ICVS_CHINA@yahoo.com
Appointment Hours: Monday 每 Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM