Adult dogs receive a rabies vaccine every three years. It is often required when boarding your pet or enrolling in an obedience class. It is also strongly recommended for dogs with a history of chronic respiratory disease or heart problems. This stubborn respiratory infection can keep dogs coughing for weeks or months. The vaccine is most effective when given more than 48 hours before boarding or training your dog.
Annual boosters are necessary.
The disease is sporadically present in Ohio, especially in the Goshen area. Most intestinal worms cannot be detected without a microscopic examination of a fecal specimen. We recommend semi-annual stool examinations for early detection and treatment of intestinal parasites. If swallowed fleas can transmit tapeworms. A flea program is necessary to prevent flea infestation.