Vaccine Protocols

At AVCI, we follow a comprehensive puppy vaccination protocol designed to protect your canine companion from common and serious diseases. Our series includes both core and non-core vaccines, starting as early as 6 weeks of age. Boosters are administered every 3 to 4 weeks until the puppy reaches 16 weeks or older.

This schedule aligns with the gold-standard guidelines of the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA), ensuring your puppy develops strong, long-lasting immunity for a healthy start in life.

If your puppy begins the DHPPi/L vaccination series later than 6 weeks, they will still receive a series of shots administered every 3 to 4 weeks, with the final dose given at 16 weeks of age or older to ensure full protection.

Here’s a general guide based on when your puppy starts the DHPPi/L series:
• Starting at 7 weeks → Next doses at 11 weeks, 14 weeks, and 17 weeks
• Starting at 8 weeks → Next doses at 11 weeks, 14 weeks, and 17 weeks
• Starting at 9 weeks → Next doses at 12 weeks, 15 weeks, and 18 weeks
• Starting at 10 weeks → Next doses at 13 weeks and 16 weeks
• Starting at 11 weeks → Next doses at 14 weeks and 17 weeks
• Starting at 12 weeks → Next doses at 15 weeks and 18 weeks

For dogs starting at 13 weeks or older, at least two doses of DHPPi/L will be required, administered 3 to 4 weeks apart.

Additional Vaccination Guidelines:
✔ Rabies: Given once a year, with the earliest allowed age at 12 weeks.
✔ Kennel Cough: First-time vaccinations require at least 2 doses 3 to 4 weeks apart, starting no earlier than 12 weeks of age.

Following this schedule ensures your puppy develops strong immunity and stays protected against serious diseases.

At AVCI, we prioritize your kitten’s health with a comprehensive vaccination protocol designed to protect against common feline diseases. Our series includes core and non-core vaccines, beginning at 9 weeks of age, with boosters given at 3 to 4-week intervals until your kitten reaches 16 weeks or older.

This carefully structured schedule follows the expert recommendations of the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA), ensuring your kitten receives the highest level of protection for a strong and healthy start in life.

If your kitten begins the Cat 4n1 vaccination series later than 9 weeks, they will still receive a series of shots administered every 3 to 4 weeks, with the final dose given at 16 weeks of age or older to ensure full protection.

Recommended Vaccination Schedule Based on Start Age:
• Starting at 10 weeks → Next doses at 13 weeks and 16 weeks
• Starting at 11 weeks → Next doses at 14 weeks and 17 weeks
• Starting at 12 weeks → Next doses at 15 weeks and 18 weeks

For cats starting at 13 weeks or older, at least two doses of Cat 4-in-1 will be required, given 3 to 4 weeks apart for proper immunity development.

Additional Vaccination Guidelines:
✔ Rabies: Administered once a year, with the earliest allowed age at 12 weeks.

Following this schedule ensures your kitten builds strong, long-lasting immunity for a healthy and protected life.

The DHPPi/L vaccine, commonly known as the 5-in-1 (5n1) vaccine, is designed to protect dogs against five diseases with a single injection. The components of the vaccine are:
• D – Distemper virus
• H – Hepatitis (caused by adenovirus)
• P – Parvovirus
• Pi – Parainfluenza virus (a cause of kennel cough)
• L – Leptospira

However, in modern veterinary practice, vaccines are now categorized based on strains rather than just the diseases they protect against. Due to advancements in veterinary medicine, newer versions of the 5-in-1 vaccine have been developed, such as the 6-in-1 (6n1) and 8-in-1 (8n1) vaccines, which provide broader protection.

We no longer carry the 5-in-1 vaccine, but we do offer Dog 6n1 (6-in-1) and Dog 8n1 (8-in-1) vaccines for dogs.

We no longer offer the 5-in-1 (5n1) dog vaccine, as it has been replaced with more advanced formulations: the Dog 6n1 (6-in-1) and Dog 8n1 (8-in-1) vaccines.

You can find the prices for our Dog 6n1 and Dog 8n1 vaccines in the table above.

These numbers are a simple way of indicating how many diseases a single vaccine can protect against. They refer to polyvalent vaccines, which are combination shots designed to make vaccination more convenient. Instead of multiple injections, your pet can get broader protection with just one!

Think of the “n” as meaning “in one.” So, a 5n1 vaccine protects against 5 diseases in a single dose.

At AVCI, we offer a variety of polyvalent vaccines to keep your pets healthy:
• Quantum DA2PPVL (Dog 6n1): This vaccine includes 1 strain each of distemper virus, adenovirus, and parvovirus; 1 strain of parainfluenza virus; and 2 strains of Leptospira bacteria.
• Nobivac DHPPI+L4 (Regular Dog 8n1): This vaccine includes 1 strain each of distemper virus, adenovirus, parvovirus, and parainfluenza virus, and 4 strains of Leptospira bacteria.
• Biocan Novel DHLPPi (Special Dog 8n1): Similar to the Nobivac DHPPI+L4, this vaccine includes 1 strain each of distemper virus, adenovirus, parvovirus, and parainfluenza virus, along with 4 strains of Leptospira bacteria.
• Nobivac KC (2n1 Kennel Cough): This vaccine includes 1 strain of Bordetella bronchiseptica bacteria and 1 strain of parainfluenza virus.
• Nobivac L4 (Lepto 4n1): This vaccine protects against 4 strains of Leptospira bacteria.
• Nobivac Feline 1-HCP+FeLV (Cat 4n1): This vaccine includes 1 strain each of feline herpesvirus, feline calicivirus, feline panleukopenia virus, and feline leukemia virus.

We offer two variants of the 8n1 vaccine for dogs: the Regular Dog 8n1 (Nobivac DHPPi+L4) and the Special Dog 8n1 (Biocan Novel DHPPi+L4). The primary distinction between the two lies in the parvovirus strains they employ. The Nobivac vaccine utilizes Strain 154, derived from an older parvovirus, while the Biocan Novel vaccine incorporates CPV-2b, a more recent parvovirus strain. Both vaccines assert protection against the latest parvovirus strain, CPV-2c. However, the Biocan Novel vaccine commands a higher price due to its utilization of the most recent parvovirus strain.

Our kennel cough vaccines offer different levels of protection:
• Single Kennel Cough Vaccine: This protects against Bordetella bronchiseptica, the primary bacteria that causes kennel cough. It’s a good option for dogs with lower risk of exposure (e.g., those who are mostly kept at home).
• 2n1 Kennel Cough Vaccine: This provides broader protection by covering both Bordetella bronchiseptica AND canine parainfluenza virus, another common contributor to kennel cough. This is recommended for dogs with higher risk of exposure, such as those who frequent dog parks, boarding facilities, or grooming salons.

While we understand you’re eager to protect your puppy, the minimum age for rabies vaccination is 12 weeks (3 months). This is the globally accepted standard.

Giving the rabies vaccine earlier than 12 weeks can be considered invalid in many countries and could affect your pet’s ability to travel internationally. It’s important to follow this guideline to ensure your puppy’s health and travel safety.

While a 2-week interval between DHPPi/L vaccines was once common, current veterinary guidelines, often based on recommendations from organizations like the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA), typically favor a 3 to 4-week interval.

Here’s why:
• Stronger Immunity: Longer intervals give your puppy’s immune system more time to develop a robust, long-lasting response to the vaccine.
• Reduced Risk of Side Effects: While rare, more frequent vaccinations could slightly increase the risk of adverse reactions. Longer intervals help minimize this.
• Better Timing: The 3-4 week interval aligns with the natural decline of maternal antibodies, optimizing the timing for stimulating your puppy’s own immune system.

Yes, it is indeed possible and often advisable to administer the DHPPi/L and rabies vaccines simultaneously. This approach streamlines the vaccination process and ensures your pet receives timely protection against these critical diseases.

Furthermore, certain manufacturers offer combination vaccines that incorporate both the DHPPi/L and rabies components in a single dose, further simplifying the vaccination procedure.

Rest assured, there is no need to restart the vaccination series. We will simply proceed with the remaining DHPPi/L (or Cat 4n1) booster vaccinations to ensure your pet receives comprehensive protection.

While adhering to the recommended vaccination schedule is ideal, occasional delays will not necessitate restarting the entire series. Our veterinary team will work with you to ensure your pet’s vaccination protocol is completed effectively.

At AVCI, we want to make preventative care for your pet as accessible as possible. That’s why we don’t charge any consultation fees for routine deworming or vaccinations. You only pay for the cost of the medication or vaccine itself.

This means no added service charges, doctor’s fees, or professional fees when you bring your pet in for these essential services. We believe that preventing illness is always better than treating it, and we strive to make preventative care affordable for all pet owners.

It’s best to avoid exposing your puppy to the external environment and other animals after their initial vaccinations. While those first doses offer some protection, it’s not yet at a level to fully safeguard them from potential diseases.

We recommend waiting at least two weeks after your puppy’s final DHPPi/L booster before venturing out for walks or socializing with other dogs. This allows their immune system adequate time to develop a robust response to the vaccines.

There’s a common misconception that bathing your pet after vaccination should be avoided. However, this advice is not based on scientific evidence. While stress can sometimes affect the immune response, a typical bath is unlikely to induce significant stress in your pet.

It’s important to understand that illness itself can compromise the immune system, which is why we never vaccinate pets who are unwell. Therefore, bathing your pet after vaccination is unlikely to pose any harm.

Deworming medications effectively eliminate the presence of adult worms and larvae in your pet’s system. However, it’s crucial to understand that these medications do not target and destroy worm eggs. These eggs can persist in your pet’s environment and pose a risk of reinfestation as they hatch.

Therefore, regular deworming is necessary to address the recurring threat of newly hatched worms. By administering deworming medication at appropriate intervals, we interrupt the lifecycle of these parasites, preventing them from maturing and producing more eggs. This proactive approach safeguards your pet’s health and well-being.

The recommended frequency of deworming is contingent on several factors, including your pet’s age, lifestyle, and overall risk profile. Puppies and kittens, with their developing immune systems, typically require more frequent deworming. For adult dogs and cats, deworming is generally recommended every 3 to 6 months.

For heartworm prevention, we have Wormectin® tablet at Php 160 per piece. Dosage is 1/4 tab for every 10 kilograms in weight. It is to be given once a month.