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National Immunization Awareness Month

What National Immunization Awareness Month Means for Our Veterinarian at TLC for Pets

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Though the month focuses on the health of people, pets also need the right vaccines to keep them healthy. At TLC for Pets, our veterinarian can help. In fact, pet immunization is required by law for Baltimore County, where our Reisterstown clinic is located. Now is the perfect time to update your pet's vaccinations.

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Who Hosts National Immunization Awareness Month and Why Pet Immunization is Important

The CDC partnered with the National Public Health Information Coalition (NPHIC) to promote immunization in the American population. Veterinarians have taken this month to heart and also apply the principles to pets. Just as vaccines can protect your family member from deadly illnesses, pet immunizations also can help your furry family members.

Vaccinate Your Pet

Vaccinating your pet could save its life. Rabies is 100 percent fatal in those (people or pets) affected by it. And it's easily transmitted to humans and animals by bites. That's why vaccination is required in many municipalities. Pets also need regular boosters for rabies to maintain immunity. In addition to rabies, dogs and cats need multiple vaccines and boosters to protect their health against other serious diseases that can cause death or severe impairment to your pets.

We Believe Pets are Family, Too

The CDC encourages everyone to update their own shots and ensure their family members are also up-to-date on required vaccines. Dr. Mitchell Lucas treats your pet like family. Getting all the vaccinations your pet needs is the easiest way to protect it from devastating illnesses. If you're not sure whether your pet has been properly immunized, as Dr. Lucas at your pet's next checkup. Our clinic can contact your former veterinarian for immunization records.

Contact Our TLC for Pets in Reisterstown, MD

August is the perfect time to get your pet to the vet for a checkup and to update its immunizations. Contact Dr. Lucas at TLC for Pets in Reisterstown, MD, at (410) 833-1717. Vaccinating your pet is the most humane thing you can do for it.