After your pet receives vaccines, you’ll walk away with a piece of paper that may not seem very important—until you need it for boarding, travel, grooming, or licensing. That piece of paper is your pet’s vaccine record, and understanding it is key to keeping your pet protected and up to date. At CityVax Low Cost Pet Vaccinations, we make sure every pet parent leaves with clear, accurate documentation.
Your pet’s vaccine record typically includes several key details: the type of vaccine given, the date it was administered, the expiration or due date for the next dose, the manufacturer and lot number, and the name and license number of the administering veterinarian. This information confirms your pet’s protection status and ensures compliance with legal and health requirements.
The most important vaccines to track include rabies, distemper-parvo (DHPP), and Bordetella for dogs, and rabies, FVRCP, and FeLV for cats. Each of these has its own schedule, depending on your pet’s age, health history, and risk of exposure. Puppy and kitten vaccines require boosters spaced weeks apart, while adult pets may only need updates annually or every three years.
At every CityVax clinic, we provide a printed vaccination certificate that outlines what your pet received and when they’re due next. This document serves as your proof of vaccination for boarding facilities, groomers, landlords, and travel authorities. It also helps you—and us—track when it’s time for a booster.
If your pet has a complicated vaccine history or if records have been lost, our staff can help you determine the safest course of action. In many cases, re-vaccination is the best option to ensure immunity and compliance.
Keeping your pet’s vaccine record up to date is one of the simplest things you can do to protect their health. Bring your pet’s current paperwork to your next CityVax clinic or let us help you build a new file from scratch. With the right records in hand, you’ll never have to second-guess your pet’s protection.
