February is Pet Dental Health Month, a great time to focus on your pet’s oral hygiene. Routine dental cleanings help prevent gum disease, tooth decay, and other oral health issues that can affect your pet’s overall well-being. However, before your pet can receive a professional dental cleaning, it’s important to make sure they are up to date on their vaccinations.
At Pet Vaccination Services, we require pets to be current on their core vaccinations before their dental procedures. Vaccines help protect both your pet and our veterinary team by preventing the spread of contagious diseases in a clinical setting. Ensuring your pet is properly vaccinated in advance means that when it’s time for their dental cleaning, they are ready to go without any delays.
Why Are Vaccines Required for Dental Cleanings?
During a professional veterinary dental cleaning, your pet will be placed under anesthesia while our team cleans and examines their teeth. Because dental procedures involve close contact with the mouth, bacteria can spread easily. Vaccines provide an extra layer of protection by reducing the risk of infections and other complications.
We require vaccinations before dental cleanings to:
- Prevent contagious diseases that could spread in a clinical setting
- Protect your pet from illnesses that could compromise their immune system
- Ensure the safety of our veterinary team during the procedure
- Reduce the risk of infections after the dental cleaning
Core Vaccines Your Pet Needs Before a Dental Cleaning
Before scheduling a dental procedure, check that your pet is up to date on the following vaccinations.
For Dogs:
- Rabies vaccine protects against a fatal virus that can be transmitted through bites or scratches
- Distemper, adenovirus, parvovirus, and parainfluenza (DA2PP) vaccine provides protection against serious respiratory, gastrointestinal, and neurological diseases
- Bordetella vaccine helps prevent kennel cough, which is highly contagious in dogs that visit clinics, boarding facilities, or grooming salons
For Cats:
- Rabies vaccine is required for both indoor and outdoor cats to protect against the spread of this deadly virus
- Feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia (FVRCP) vaccine protects against common feline respiratory and gastrointestinal diseases
- Feline leukemia (FeLV) vaccine is recommended for cats that go outdoors or live in multi-cat households to prevent the spread of feline leukemia virus
How to Prepare Your Pet for a Dental Cleaning
To ensure a smooth and stress-free dental procedure, follow these steps:
- Confirm your pet’s vaccination status with your veterinarian at least two weeks before the scheduled cleaning
- Schedule any necessary booster vaccines in advance to avoid delays in the dental procedure
- Plan for a pre-dental exam so your veterinarian can evaluate your pet’s overall health before anesthesia
- Follow fasting instructions the night before the dental cleaning to ensure anesthesia safety
- Ask about at-home dental care so you can maintain your pet’s oral health between professional cleanings
Book Your Pet’s Dental Cleaning and Vaccine Check Today
If your pet is due for a dental cleaning, now is the perfect time to check their vaccination status. At Pet Vet Vaccination Services , we offer both dental cleanings and vaccination services to keep your pet healthy and protected.
Call us at (855) 673-8838 to schedule you pet’s vaccination appointment today!
A clean mouth and up-to-date vaccinations help ensure a long and happy life for your pet. Let’s keep them protected together.