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Importance of Record Keeping

It is important to keep track of the following for a variety of reason​
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  1. Worming – every 3 months

  2. Vaccinations

  3. Health Checks

  4. Micro Chip numbers and information

  5. Registration

  • Keep a pet file with all your other important information for easy access, and put reminders on your phone or Google calendar to remind when worming is due.

  • If you ever need to put your pet in a kennel they will require proof of a C5 vaccination.

  • For your families health and that of your pet it is a good idea to regularly worm you pet.

  • Regular health checks can save money in the long run.

  • If you ever have to surrender your pet, providing the microchip number and health records makes re-housing simpler.

  • Vaccination has to be given at least 2 weeks prior to admission to a kennel

Keeping your dog healthy

Vaccinations and Annual Check

​At Byron Dog Rescue, we recommend keeping your dog’s vaccinations up to date to protect them from serious diseases.

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Core vs Non-Core Vaccines

  • Core Vaccines (C3): Protect against Distemper, Hepatitis, and Parvovirus.

  • Non-Core Vaccines: Protect against Parainfluenza virus and Bordetella bacteria (together known as the canine cough vaccine).

When your dog receives both C3 + canine cough vaccine, it’s called a C5 vaccination, which is the recommended level of protection.

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Puppy Vaccination Schedule

  • 6–8 weeks: C3

  • 12 weeks: C5

  • 16 weeks: C3 (may not be required if using vaccines approved for 10-week completion—ask your vet)

  • 15 months: First annual booster

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Adult Dog Vaccination Schedule

  • Canine Cough Vaccine: Every year

  • C3 Core Vaccine: Every 3 years

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*In 2009, the Australian Veterinary Association recommended less frequent core vaccinations for adult dogs. After the full puppy course, most only need a triennial (3-yearly) core vaccine. Check with your vet for your dog’s needs.

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Your dog will still need an annual canine cough vaccination to maintain full C5 protection.

Annual Check 

 

An annual health check should be done in conjunction with the annual non-core vaccination. Remember that you dog has aged by the equivalent of five years in human terms since this time last year. 

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Worming,  Flea and Tick Control

Worms in Dogs – What You Need to Know
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Worms are parasites that can cause serious health issues, especially in dogs with weaker immune systems.

They’re commonly picked up from:​

  • Mothers passing worms to puppies

  • Eating raw or undercooked meat, dead animals, or faeces

  • Mosquito bites (can spread heart worm)​

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Signs of Worms

  • Loss of appetite or weight

  • Diarrhoea or vomiting

  • Low energy, anaemia, dull coat, bad breath

  • Rubbing or dragging their rear on the ground

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Protection Against Worms

  • Puppies: Every 2 weeks until 12 weeks, then monthly until 6 months

  • Adult dogs: Every 3 months

  • Note: Standard worming doesn’t always protect against heartworm—check your vet for a combined treatment.

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Flea & Tick Control for Dogs

Fleas can cause intense itching, allergies, and discomfort for your dog—and for you! Ticks, especially paralysis ticks, can be life-threatening. The right prevention is essential for your dog’s health.

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Flea Control

  • Capstar® Tablets – Fast relief, kills 95–100% of fleas within 7 hours.

  • Comfortis® – Monthly chewable tablet for flea control.

  • Frontline® Plus – Kills fleas (every 4 weeks) and paralysis ticks (every 2 weeks).

  • Sentinel® – Monthly tablet covering fleas, heartworm & intestinal worms.

  • Advantage® – Kills fleas when applied every 4 weeks.

  • Advantix® – Kills fleas (4 weeks) & paralysis ticks (2 weeks). Not for cats.

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Tick Control

No tick treatment is 100% effective, as paralysis ticks can develop resistance to insecticides over time. Even if you’re using tick prevention products, it’s essential to check your dog every day during tick season, especially after they’ve been in bushy or grassy areas.

  • Frontline® Spray – Kills fleas (12 weeks) & ticks (3 weeks).

  • Tick collars – Inexpensive, help prevent tick attachment but need replacing every 6–8 weeks.

  • Proban® – Kills fleas (twice weekly) & paralysis ticks (every other day).

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Always consult your vet for the best prevention plan for your dog.​​

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