Monthly Archives: December 2017

0  Expired Pet Vaccines Philippines: What You Need To Know – Part 1

Expired Pet Vaccines Philippines: What do you know about them?

Let’s talk about hashtags and expired pet vaccines in the Philippines!

If there’s one hashtag that you need to remember with regard to your pet, it’s this:

#WalangForeverSaVaccines

Yes, pet vaccines expire in the Philippines and worldwide.  

I had to emphasize that kasi I have a janitor who once told me:  “Doc Sixto, sabi ng Lolo ko mas matagal daw ma-expire ang vitamins na galing sa America!”

Just like any medicines or vitamins, they do expire. Pet vaccines expire, regardless, if you bought them in the Philippines or abroad!

Expired Pet Vaccines Philippines Fact #1

Pet Vaccines have a shelf life.  You will find this at the back of the vial, where the expiry date is indicated.

Most reliable companies who manufacture pet vaccines indicate the shelf life of their products.

These reliable companies distribute their pet vaccines through licensed vaccines ONLY.  So if you got your pet vaccines through other sources, and NOT from licensed Vets, you have been warned.

Licensed Vets are governed by laws not to give expired vaccines.  This way, you and your pets are protected.

Expired Pet Vaccines Philippines Fact #2

“Doc Sixto, pwede pa ba ang vaccines kahit 2 months ng expired, basta di pa nabuksan?”

Licensed Vets strictly follow the rules so you’ll enjoy peace of mind while caring for your pet dogs and cats.

Your trusted Vet will never give expired vaccine shots for the following reasons:

• It will endanger the life of your pet
• It will endanger his Vet practice forever!
• He will lose you as his client forever once you know or you suspect that he is doing something unusual!

For a Vet, it’s a huge risk for us to not follow the rules.  After all, our continuing practice relies heavily on the trust of pet owners like you.

Keep in mind:  #WalangForeverSaVaccines

Make sure you partner only with a Licensed Vet when caring for your pet dogs and cats!

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client

0 Meet Wolfie

Can I watch you from here?

Meet Wolfie
Owned by Ecarg Odratoc

Do you have a cute picture of your pet? Better if big file at naka photoshoot! 🙂
Comment your pet’s nice photo below, with her birthday, and get featured on our page! 🙂

0 Happy Birthday, Beagelito!

I hope that you have great birthday. Can I get a WOOF to that?

Bday: December 29, 2014
Pet: Beagelito
Owner:  @Karen Nicasio

Make sure to have a pawsome day today!
Greetings coming your way from Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

0 Happy Birthday, Happy!

Happy Woofing Birthday. Seriously. Take advantage of the day to just woof it up.

Bday: December 29, 2015
Pet: Happy
Owner:  @Bonnavie Fenol

Have a blast on your day Happy!
From your furry friends at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

0 Happy Birthday, Zaije!

Every dog has its day, and today is your big day. Happy Birthday.

Bday: December 28, 2014
Pet: Zaije
Owner:  @John Joseph L. Magadia

Wishing you the best of happy days from Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

0 Meet Baxter

I can be a furry good model!

Meet Baxter
Owned by Janet Ferry Gappi

Do you have a cute picture of your pet? Better if big file at naka photoshoot! 🙂
Comment your pet’s nice photo below, with her birthday, and get featured on our page! 🙂

0 Can I Give My Puppy His 1st Puppy Vaccine Shots?

Big Question: Can I Give My Puppy His 1st Puppy Vaccine Shots?

Hello There Responsible Pet Parent,

Just the other day, I received this message:

“Hi Doc Sixto, Can I give my pet his 1st puppy vaccine shots?  I just bought my puppy, well, it’s actually our puppy, me and my GF.

I bought our puppy from a breeder online and one of his tips is to have the 1st puppy vaccine shots done by me “para makatipid kayo ng malaki.”

Sabi pa nya, “You can give the vaccines yourself, as long as you never plan to show, or export the dog.”

Should I listen to his advice?”

– Mon A., from Taguig

Must You Really Give Your Puppy His 1st Puppy Vaccine Shots?

First, vaccines are only sold to Licensed or Registered Vets.  If you got your supply from shady sources “dahil mas mura”, know that you may be endangering the life of your pet.

Second, Licensed Vets have the knowledge about the dosage and schedule of puppy vaccine shots.  

Third, Licensed Vets are required to sign the vaccination book of your pet.  If you plan to travel with your pet, authorities here and abroad will only recognize vaccination books signed by registered Vets.

If you are asking the same question like Mon above, here are the 2 questions you should ask yourself:

• Will you entrust the life of your only child to a person you just met on the street?
• When it comes to the life of your only child, would you seek a Licensed Medical Doctor or sales agent?

Don’t get me wrong.  I don’t have anything against sales agents!  I love them, for they alert me about products or services that will help us enjoy peace of mind!

Enough about me, let’s talk about YOU as the pet owner.

If you are asking the same question:  Can I Give My Puppy His 1st Puppy Vaccine Shots?

Well, I only serve responsible pet owners.  

I only want to serve responsible pet owners, who truly care about the health of their pet dogs and cats.

Okay lang kung matipid ka sa ibang bagay.  You can count on me if you envision having long lasting relationship with your 1st puppy.

If that is your vision, you should consider pet vaccination as one of the strong pillars to having happy and healthy pets.  

It is a MUST that you partner with Licensed or Registered Vet when it comes to pet vaccination.

Now, have I convinced you to partner up with your Vet with regards to your puppy’s vaccination?

If Yes, good for you and your puppy!

If No, then you can stop following me in the cyberworld.  No hard feelings, promise!

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Client

0 Happy Birthday, Miko!

I think that people are more likely to eat the birthday cake if you let me blow out the candles. Happy Birthday, Miko!

Bday: December 22, 2016
Pet: Miko
Owner:  @Madona Sorongon

From the Happy Vets and Pets of Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

0 Happy Birthday, Hachie!

Some dogs no tricks, but you know how to touch my heart. Happy Birthday, Hachie!

Bday: December 22, 2010
Pet: Hachie
Owner:  @Pamela Petinez

From the happy vets of Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

0 Happy Client: Amhei Quin

This is a fantastic hospital for dogs and cats, and certainly, the best in makati city! The facility itself is beautiful and spotlessly clean, with exceptional doctors and a friendly and knowledgeable staff. I feel confident my baby DIGONG can receive the best possible care here. Dr. San pedro and the team are absolutely amazing. I am eternally grateful.

‘Til our digong’s next vaccination and check-up

– Amhei Quin