Lyme Vaccines

LymeVax by Pfizer (formerly Fort Dodge) (Borrelia Burgdorferi Bacterin) A killed product for dogs 9 weeks of age and older. With initial Lyme vaccine, give one dose, then repeat in 2-3 weeks. Give subcutaneously or intramuscular. Annual revaccination with one dose is recommended. Available in a 10-dose vial. For canine use only.

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For more information please refer to our informative Vaccine Schedule For Dogs and How to Vaccinate Your Pet. Or click here to view our Canine Vaccine Product Chart.

Syringes with needles are available for administering the vaccines (sold separately). Keep track of your pet's vaccinations and medical records with a Pet Health Record (sold separately).

In accordance with federal packaging regulation 9CFR Part 112, vaccines may only be shipped in the manufacturer's original, unopened container. This regulation helps ensure vaccine quality and consistency in labeling. However, because of this regulation, we cannot accept open packages of vaccines for return or replacement once the seal or package has been broken.

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Did You Know?
Only 50% of dogs and a mere 40% of cats are vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases like distemper, parvovirus, hepatitis and feline leukemia. These diseases damage or take the lives of countless pets each year.

In an effort to help protect these unvaccinated pets and educate pet owners on the necessity of vaccinations, Drs. Foster and Smith has significantly lowered prices on all of its vaccine products and is offering a free and simple step-by-step online video on how to vaccinate your pet economically at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.	What is the best age to vaccinate a puppy against Lyme disease?

Q.	Do I give the Lyme vaccine yearly?

Q.	Can I give the Lyme vaccine in the same syringe as my dog’s yearly booster?

Q.	Can it be given the same day as my dog’s yearly booster?

Q.	If my dog already has Lyme disease, will this vaccine help him?

Q.	How do I know if my dog needs a Lyme vaccine?

Q.	Does my dog need to be tested for Lyme disease before being vaccinated?

Q.	What is the best age to vaccinate a puppy against Lyme disease?
A.	We recommend vaccinating your puppy against Lyme disease at 12 and 15 weeks of age, but the vaccine can be given as early as 9 weeks.

Q.	Do I give the Lyme vaccine yearly?
A.	Yes. To give your dog the best protection against Lyme disease, the Lyme vaccine must be given once a year after the initial booster series.

Q.	Can I give the Lyme vaccine in the same syringe as my dog’s yearly booster?
A.	No. You should always use a new, sterile needle and syringe each time you give a vaccine or any injectable medication. Also, you should never mix vaccines and try to administer them together. Once done, safely dispose of the needle and syringe in the proper way, by either taking it to your pharmacist or veterinarian and/or disposing of it in a “sharps” container.

Q.	Can it be given the same day as my dog’s yearly booster?
A.	Yes. You can give your dog his yearly vaccines and a Lyme vaccine on the same day, but do not administer in the same site on the body (i.e., use right and left shoulder).

Q.	If my dog already has Lyme disease, will this vaccine help him?
A.	No. The Lyme vaccine is not a cure for Lyme disease; it is a preventative. If your dog is showing signs of Lyme disease, take him to his veterinarian immediately for testing and treatment. Once he has completed his treatment and you have gotten the okay from your veterinarian, you can then administer the vaccine.

Q.	How do I know if my dog needs a Lyme vaccine?
A.	Your dog should be vaccinated for Lyme disease if you live in an area where deer ticks and Lyme disease are a concern, or if you will be traveling to an area where ticks are present. Also, dogs that are taken hunting or field training will benefit from the extra security that vaccinating against Lyme disease provides.

Q.	Does my dog need to be tested for Lyme disease before being vaccinated?
A.	No. You do not need to have your dog tested for Lyme disease before administering the vaccine unless he is showing symptoms of Lyme disease. If he is showing signs of the disease such as high fever, shifting leg lameness, lethargy, swelling of the joints, and loss of appetite take him to his veterinarian immediately for diagnostic tests.

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Dog Vaccination Schedule

Puppies need to be vaccinated at 5, 6, 9, 12, and then 15 weeks of age to prevent and protect them from potential diseases they may be exposed to. For the majority of puppies and dogs, Drs. Foster & Smith recommend the following:

Vaccines...What Does My Dog Need?

We recommend that you take your puppy or adult dog to a veterinarian for an initial exam. During that exam, you might ask what diseases your dog should be vaccinated for.

Canine Vaccine Comparison Chart

Listed, our canine vaccine product chart, in helping make your decision of which dog or puppy vaccinations to purchase, at what age to vaccinate, and which disease each vaccine is protected against.

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