Customized vaccine plans to protect your pet year-round

At Maynard Animal Hospital, we provide personalized vaccination services designed to keep pets protected throughout every stage of life. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, our veterinarians tailor vaccine recommendations based on your pet’s age, lifestyle, environment, and individual risk factors—following current veterinary guidelines to ensure safe, effective protection.

Understanding Pet Vaccines

Creating a vaccine plan tailored to your pet

Pet vaccinations are generally grouped into two main types:

1. Essential (Core) Vaccines: Recommended for most pets to protect against common and potentially serious diseases..

2. Lifestyle-Based (Non-Core) Vaccines – Suggested based on your pet’s individual exposure risks and daily activities.

When developing a vaccination plan, our veterinarians consider several important factors to ensure the best protection for your pet, including:

  • Previous vaccination history
  • Local disease prevalence
  • Environmental exposure
  • Lifestyle and activities
  • Age and health status
  • Travel habits

Key Vaccinations for Pets

Core, lifestyle-based, and early-life vaccines customized for your pet

Essential Vaccines for Dogs

Core vaccines play a critical role in protecting dogs from highly contagious and potentially life-threatening diseases. These typically include protection against:

  • Rabies
  • Distemper
  • Parvovirus
  • Adenovirus/Canine Hepatitis
Essential Vaccines for Cats

Core feline vaccines help safeguard cats from common and serious infectious diseases. These often include immunization against:

  • Rabies
  • Calicivirus
  • Feline Herpesvirus
  • Feline Distemper (Panleukopenia)
Lifestyle-Based Vaccinations

Some pets may benefit from additional vaccines depending on their risk factors, environment, and daily activities. Based on your pet’s individual needs, our veterinarians may recommend protection against:

  • Leptospirosis
  • Lyme Disease
  • Feline Leukemia
  • Canine Influenza
  • Bordetella (Kennel Cough)
Puppy & Kitten Vaccination Programs

Young pets require a carefully timed series of vaccines to build strong immunity during their earliest months. We create a personalized vaccination schedule designed to provide consistent protection while guiding you through:

  • When to schedule follow-up appointments
  • Health monitoring between visits
  • Common vaccine reactions
  • Booster requirements
  • Initial vaccine timing

Our Commitment to Vaccine Safety

Ensuring your pet’s comfort and protection at every appointment

Your pet’s health and well-being guide every vaccination we provide at Maynard Animal Hospital. Before administering any vaccine, we perform a brief health assessment and carefully evaluate your pet’s individual risk factors. We use high-quality, trusted vaccines and follow strict handling and storage standards to maintain their effectiveness.

With safety as our priority, you can feel confident knowing your pet receives vaccinations in a calm, closely monitored, and compassionate environment.

Schedule Your Pet’s Vaccination Appointment in Cary, NC

Keeping your pet protected with timely, up-to-date vaccines

Stay on track with your pet’s preventive care by scheduling vaccinations at Maynard Animal Hospital. Our experienced team will help you select the appropriate vaccine schedule to support your dog’s or cat’s long-term health as they grow. Reach out today to book an appointment and give your pet the protection they need for a healthy future.

Female Vet with Dog