The Importance of Vaccination

When your pet receives a vaccine, it trains their immune system to attack viruses and bacteria prior to them causing an infection or illness. Routine vaccination will protect your pet from serious and life threatening illnesses while avoiding preventable medical emergencies, reducing community transmission of infectious diseases and protecting your family.

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Core vs. Non-Core Vaccines

Every pet’s vaccination plan is personalized. Core vaccines protect all pets against common and severe diseases, while non core vaccines are recommended based on lifestyle and risk exposure.

Rabies

Protects against rabies, a virus that can be transmitted to humans via bites from infected animals. Rabies vaccination is compulsory in most countries, such as the UAE.

Distemper

A viral disease that is highly contagious and affects dogs’ respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous system. The virus is similar to measles in humans and can be severe or fatal in puppies, often causing serious complications.

Parvovirus

It is a highly contagious viral disease characterized by severe gastrointestinal illness with vomiting and diarrhea, dehydration, which often leads to death without treatment. Puppies are especially vulnerable.

Adenovirus Types 1 & 2

Protects against infectious canine hepatitis (adenovirus type 1) and respiratory disease (adenovirus type 2).

Rabies

The rabies immunization needs to be given to all pets, such as cats, for legal and medical requirements, as with dogs.

FVRCP

It includes a combination of Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia vaccines.

FPV Vaccine (feline panleukopenia virus)

Protects against a severe viral illness.

Leptospirosis

It is a bacterial illness that can be transmitted to humans and is typically spread through contaminated water.

Bordetella bronchiseptica

The one that causes kennel cough and affects dogs who are around other dogs or are boarded.

Canine Influenza

Protects against dog flu, which is particularly important in high-risk or overcrowded settings.

Lyme disease

Considered for dogs at risk for exposure to ticks, especially in areas with woods or grassy spots.

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)

Given to cats that go outdoors or live in households with multiple cats, FeLV disables the immune system and can be life-threatening.

What is the Recommended Pet Vaccination Schedule?

The vaccination schedule will be dependent upon your pet’s species, age and overall health condition. The following is a general puppy and kitten schedule. However, your veterinarian will have to modify it to meet your pet’s specific needs and lifestyle.

Depending on your pet’s lifestyle (traveling, boarding, etc.), your veterinarian may also provide an assessment of your pet’s overall health before administering any vaccine and suggest a personalized vaccination schedule that best fits your pet.

How much do pet vaccinations cost?

Our prices are clearly stated, inclusive of core dog vaccines and include a veterinarian check-up before vaccination so that we can assure your pet’s health and readiness for vaccine administration.

Initial DHPPi/L Vaccination

Includes full veterinary examination

360 AED

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Booster Vaccination

Includes DHPPi/L, Rabies, Dubai Municipality tag and registration, plus veterinary examination

510 AED

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You can also purchase optional services (kennel cough vaccine, feline leukemia vaccine or microchip) based upon your pet’s lifestyle and your veterinarian’s recommendations regarding their specific needs.

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Modern Vet Vaccination Process

Health
Check

All visits begin with an evaluation of the pet’s overall health to ensure the pet is healthy enough to be vaccinated.

Customized Vaccine Program

Your veterinarian will evaluate your pets’ medical history, lifestyle, and age to determine which vaccinations should be administered at what time.

Gentle Vaccine Administration

The vaccines are given in a calm, relaxed environment and under as little stress as possible.

Monitoring & Records

We monitor your pet after they have received the vaccine and we maintain a complete medical history for your pet.

Booster
Reminders

You’ll receive reminders about when booster shots are due for your pet.

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Zoetis and Modern Vet
Partnership

This partnership between Modern Vet and Zoetis provides:

Vaccine quality that is unmatched backed by decades of global research.
Complete, lifestyle-based protection for each pet’s individual needs.
Vaccination is administered by trained veterinary staff using best practices.
Regular scheduling and reminders to ensure the pet is receiving the necessary boosters to maintain immunity.
Continuous veterinary care for pets 24 hours a day, seven days a week at Dubai’s only continuously operating veterinary hospital.

Advantages of vaccinations in pets

Protection against fatal diseases such as rabies, distemper, parvovirus, and feline leukemia.

Facilitates safe entry into doggy daycare facilities, when traveling or boarding, because they require pets to have current vaccinations.

Legal compliance in the UAE mandates vaccination of all domesticated animals (dogs and cats) for rabies.

The overall health of a community is improved through the reduction of infectious disease transmission.

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timely vaccinations

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Added Care: Microchipping

While receiving a vaccine is convenient, our veterinarians also recommend having your pet microchipped during the same visit. Microchipping is an easy, virtually pain-free method of permanently identifying your pet, making it easier to locate and reunite with them if they ever get lost.

Contraindications:

When Vaccination Should Be
Delayed or Avoided

While vaccines are safe for most pets, there are situations where vaccination may be contraindicated:

Pregnancy

The risk of causing damage to the developing fetus is high if you vaccinate a pregnant animal.

Illness

Pets with active infections, fever, or severe chronic disease may need to postpone vaccination.

Recent Immunization

Animals recently vaccinated or on immunosuppressive medication may not be eligible for additional vaccines until cleared by a veterinarian.

Underweight or Overweight Pets

Since these animals may be at greater risk from the vaccine than other animals, they will require individual evaluation prior to the administration of any vaccine.

Specific Medical Conditions

Cats with upper respiratory infections should not receive a rabies vaccine until they have recovered.

At Modern Vet, your veterinarian will continue to monitor your pet’s health to make sure it is healthy enough to receive recommended vaccinations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are pet vaccinations mandatory in Dubai and the UAE?

Yes. All dogs and cats in the UAE must be rabies vaccinated, and you must show proof of this to get a license for your dog or cat. If you plan on traveling abroad with your dog or cat, or when using boarding facilities, groomers, etc. It is not just a recommendation to keep your pet vaccinations current to stay in compliance with UAE laws and to help protect the health of the general public.

What is included in the cost of pet vaccinations at Modern Vet?

Pet vaccinations include a complete health check, the administration of internationally accepted Zoetis vaccines, observation of your pet post-vaccine, and updating your pet’s medical history. In addition, your veterinarian can provide recommendations on future boosters and preventative care that best suit your pet’s lifestyle.

Are Zoetis vaccines safe for my pet?

Yes. Modern Vet works closely with Zoetis, one of the world’s leaders in veterinary medicine. Zoetis manufactures its vaccines under strict quality control and safety guidelines, and through extensive research and testing, and as such, they are considered safe for use in your pet.

Can my pet be vaccinated while pregnant?

Most veterinarians do not recommend vaccinating your pet while she is pregnant. The reason is that there has been some concern about the potential harm that could occur to the developing fetus of the mother. Your veterinarian will assess your individual situation and possibly recommend waiting until after the birth of the litter, unless there is a medical emergency.

Is it safe to vaccinate puppies and kittens?

Yes. To develop a strong immune system, puppies and kittens require multiple vaccinations in the first few months of their lives. The vaccinations are administered as part of a pre-determined schedule of vaccinations to protect them during the time period when they are most susceptible to disease.

How often does my pet need booster vaccinations?

Each type of vaccine requires different types of booster vaccinations depending on the age of your pet and lifestyle of your pet. Some vaccinations require annual boosters, while some vaccinations only require boosters every three years. Modern Vet keeps track of booster vaccinations and sends reminders to ensure your pet remains safe and protected throughout the year.

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Modern Veterinary Clinic is the UAE’s only 24-hour multi-specialty vet hospital. What truly sets us apart is our team of highly qualified specialists, all dedicated to one goal, keeping your pets healthy. With a multinational team, years of experience, and many successful treatments, you can trust that your pet is in safe hands with us.