For a long time all new puppies and kittens were given a standard vaccination that protected them from a number of infectious diseases. Recently a number of new vaccines have been developed and pet owners and vets have begun to question the value of routine annual vaccination for adult pets particularly in the light of recent scares about adverse reactions to MMR vaccination in children. At the same time concerns were raised about potential 'over vaccination' of pets and this has led to development of the concept of tailored vaccination protocols.

If your pet is not likely to be exposed to a disease there is little point in vaccinating them against it. Your vet will be able to advise you on the most appropriate choice of vaccine for your pet weighing up the benefits of protection against any risk associated with the vaccine.