Do I need to vaccinate pets? The question is actually complicated. One of the breeders categorically refuses to be vaccinated, explaining that it is better to let one kitten from the litter die from infection, than to weaken everyone and get the weaker generation over and over again. Others argue that hundreds of thousands of animals mowed the infection before mass vaccination began, and today we can avoid it.
However, all disputes break off when it comes to the requirements of veterinarians. If you want to safely keep an animal in the city, take it with you to transport and bring it to exhibitions, it must be vaccinated. And now the question arises of which vaccine is the best, sparing for the body and at the same time very effective. Today we want to tell you about the drug "Multifel-4." Instructions for use indicate that this is an excellent Russian vaccine, which is stable in popularity.
Basic Rules
It is necessary to familiarize the owners with them so that they form the correct attitude to the vaccination procedure in general and separately to the Multifel-4 preparation. Instructions for use emphasize that this is not an injection of health, but a provocation of immunity. That is, the vaccine can only be administered to a completely healthy animal, otherwise you can get the opposite result.
Before vaccination, you need to undergo an examination at the veterinarian, be sure to take a blood test, undergo deworming. In this case, you can be sure that the drug "Multifel-4" will not cause any harm to the body of your pet. Instructions for use emphasize that leaving the animal without protection is much more dangerous, and the risks with the correct administration of the vaccine are reduced to practically zero.
Reliable protection against four deadly diseases
Now we would like to dwell in more detail on what ailments this vaccine protects. First of all, these are three serious diseases, the treatment of which is very often ineffective.
- Panleukopenia is a formidable disease, often fatal. Symptoms include fever, vomiting and diarrhea, loss of appetite.
- Calicivirus infection in cats is a common cold, only in severe form. It proceeds sharply, while respiratory organs and the oral cavity are affected. The disease lasts from 1 to 3 weeks, with fever, discharge from the nose and mouth, and anorexia. Calicivirus infection in cats leads to the development of viral pneumonia. Antibiotics for treatment are useless, antiviral drugs give little effect, which is why it is important to use the achievements of science and medicine in the field of vaccines.
- Cat flu - the symptoms of the last two diseases are similar, such as coughing and sneezing, nasal discharge and loss of appetite.
- Chlamydia is the last disease from which the Multifel-4 vaccine is given. Instructions for use indicate that it is not too common, but it has a number of unpleasant consequences, so it is much better to prevent it than to treat it.
Any of these diseases requires serious treatment, large time and financial costs. However, a simple and affordable procedure can protect your pet. According to recent studies, the effectiveness of this drug is 95%. This is a very good indicator, due to which the vaccine "Multifel-4" gained its popularity. The price of this drug is quite affordable - only 216 rubles per dose.
Composition
This is a modern vaccine, which is a complex of strains of viruses of the causative agent of chlamydia of cats, panleukopenia, rhinotracheitis, caliciviruses. Thus, the drug prevents the development of almost all viral diseases associated with the respiratory system. The product is a liquid with a precipitate at the bottom of the bottle, which is easily broken by shaking.
Primary vaccination involves two injections. This is a general rule when using any vaccine, and not a feature of Multifel-4. The price of the full course is approximately 450 rubles, plus the services of a veterinarian.
Benefits of the drug
As you know, there are two options for vaccines: live and killed. In the first, the virus is in a weakened state, but these are all the same pathogens. In this case, the body produces a strong immune response. That is, the next time, having discovered such pathogens, the immune system will react instantly.
Killed vaccines contain only parts of pathogens, so the generated immunity will be somewhat weaker. It is to this class that Multifel-4 belongs. The main advantage of this tool is safety for the animal.
Dosage
For the first time, kittens are vaccinated at the age of 8-12 weeks. Since the veterinarian will prick, he will also have to tell you what you need to pay attention to. The first few days, you may notice some lethargy, a slight increase in temperature, refusal to eat. If after two days these symptoms do not go away or intensify, you should immediately consult a doctor.
The vaccine is reapplied 21-28 days after the first. During this time, the body manages to develop immunity to these viruses, so the second vaccination usually does not lead to a worsening of the condition, but it helps to strengthen and strengthen the immune response.
Booster vaccination
The Multifel-4 vaccine has a time-limited effect. Within 10-12 months after its introduction, the body “remembers” the introduced malicious viruses and is ready to give them a decent rebuff. Gradually, the immune response weakens, so you need to regularly update it.
Revaccination is carried out at the age of 12 months. Then annually it is necessary to repeat this procedure. Be sure to pre-pass an examination with a veterinarian. The drug can only be administered to completely healthy animals. If the vaccination coincides with the incubation period of any viral disease, the animal may die.
Mode of application
Now let's look at how to inject this drug. The vaccine is sold in glass ampoules, in a volume of 1 ml. The drug should be administered subcutaneously, in the area of the scapula. For kittens up to six months, the dose is divided in half, that is, 0.5 ml is administered. Animals older than 6 months receive a dose of 1 ml, regardless of breed and body weight. A separate syringe must be used for each animal.
special instructions
When used according to the indications in the recommended doses, no side effects were detected. At the same time, working with the drug is quite simple, not only an experienced doctor will cope with this, but also a beginner. However, do not self-medicate, at least invite a nurse to your home. If the vaccine gets on the skin or mucous membranes, they should be washed with clean water. Before the introduction, it is necessary to inspect the bottle. If its integrity is broken, you can not use the drug.
Reviews
If we evaluate the statements of veterinarians, we can conclude that opinions on the vaccine are very good. Most veterinarians use Multifel-4 in their practice. Reviews say that this is a fairly reliable and affordable tool for the prevention of the most serious diseases in cats. The cost of the drug causes heated debate among animal owners, but doctors say that this is a high-quality Russian drug, which gives no worse results than imported ones.