Eurican for dogs

A well-liked vaccination called Euricán guards dogs against several dangerous illnesses. It’s crucial for protecting your pet against diseases like leptospirosis, parvovirus, and distemper, which are extremely contagious. In order to make sure their furry friends are safe and healthy, many dog owners turn to Eurican.

Responsible pet care includes vaccination, and knowing how Eurican works will help you make the best choices for your dog. Getting your dog vaccinated at the appropriate age can have a significant impact on their general health and wellbeing, regardless of age.

In this article, we"ll cover what Eurican is, how it benefits your dog, and when it should be administered. By being aware of these facts, you can provide your dog with the best defense possible against common canine illnesses.

Dogs can benefit from the widely used Eurican vaccine, which helps shield them against dangerous conditions like rabies, parvovirus, and distemper. Veterinarians use it extensively to maintain dogs’ health and stop the spread of these harmful infections. A quick and easy method to make sure your dog is safe and well-protected is to get them vaccinated with Eurican.

Release form and composition

Merial, a French company, was originally in charge of developing the Eurican vaccine. It joined the German pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim in 2017. These days, two companies jointly own the brand for this serum.

Dog Eurican is made in five different variations. They are all supplied in two parts: liquid and dry. Each of the two components comes in a separate vial with one immunization dose (1 ml). Before use, they are combined.

Eurican DHPPi2-L

The polyvalent (complex) vaccine Eurican DHPPi2-L consists of two parts:

1. Dry is made from culture fluids of cell cultures infected with attenuated strains:
2. plague carnivores;
3. adenovirus CAV 2;
4. parvovirus;
5. canine parainfluenza virus 2.
6. The liquid component contains leptospira of the serogroups Leptospira icterohaemorrhagiae and Leptospira canicola, inactivated by thiomersal.

Average cost of DHPPi2 – 400 rubles.

Eurican DHPPi2-LR

The eurican DHPPi2-LR serum is comparable to the earlier one. Its liquid contains rabies virus glycoproteins along with inactivated leptospira; its dry component is the same as DHPPi2-L.

The DHPPi2-LR costs 550 rubles, which is a little more.

Eurican Primo

Primo is a canine monovalent vaccine. consists of the culture fluid from the canine parvovirus-infected transplantable CrFK cell line (pcs. CAG).

It sells for 350 rubles on average.

Eurican Piro

Additionally, Eurican Piro is a monovalent serum. Erythrocytes from SPF dogs treated with gamma radiation after contracting Babesia canis (strain "BC15-19") are included in the dry component. A solvent made of saponin and water for injection is included in the kit.

The priciest vaccination is this one. It cost 2,600 rubles on average.

Eurikan Herpes

Another monovalent serum is herpes. The dry component is made from a culture suspension of a strain of herpes virus-infected dog kidney cells (designated as "F205") that has been rendered inactive by ethyleneimine. Sodium chloride, disodium phosphate dihydrate, and injection water are the solvents.

The only herpesvirus serum available to dogs registered in the Russian Federation is called Eurican Herpes.

In veterinary pharmacies, the average cost is 2,300 rubles.

Remember that the price of each vaccination is listed right next to the medication. The services of a veterinarian will be paid for separately, along with the completion of a veterinary passport and the potential for a clinic markup on the serum. The ultimate cost per injection will increase by 500–1,000 rubles.

How it works and indications for use

The goal of all Eurikan vaccines is to help dogs develop an immune response to specific pathogens. After receiving one or both injections, protection takes effect within two weeks and lasts for up to a year.

Depending on the drug type, different pathogen types exist. Thus:

1. DHPPi2-L forms immunity against:

1. distemper;
2. parvovirus;
3. leptospirosis;
4. infectious hepatitis;
5. parainfluenza-2.

1. DHPPi2-LR protects against the same diseases as the previous serum. Additionally promotes the development of immunity against rabies.
2. Primo reduces the risk of puppies becoming infected with parvovirus enteritis. The drug is aimed at overcoming the barrier created by maternal antibodies and reducing the immune gap in the first weeks of life of puppies.
3. Piro is used to prevent babesiosis (piroplasmosis).
4. Herpes is used in pregnant bitches to develop immunity against canine herpes and to prevent infection of fetuses and newborn puppies with the virus.

Instructions for use and dosage

Regardless of the dog’s weight or breed, a 1 ml dosage of any vaccine is subcutaneously injected in the shoulder blade or withers. The solvent is shaken, placed into a sterile syringe, and injected into a vial containing dry material prior to administration. Once the ingredients have been well combined and dissolved, fill the syringe back up with the ready solution.

Every scheme has a unique expiration date and revision. Each pet has a unique one made just for them. Estimated immunization schedule:

Serum type	At what age is the vaccination done	Revaccination	Notes
Primo	From 6 weeks.	After 6 weeks, then – after a year, subsequently – every 2 years.	Revaccination with DHPPi2-L or DHPPi2-LR is allowed. In an unfavorable epizootic situation, it is allowed to vaccinate from 4 weeks with a subsequent similar injection after 2-3 weeks, and repeat vaccinations are done annually.
DHPPi2-L	From 7 weeks.	After 3-5 weeks, then every 12 months.	–
DHPPi2-LR	From 12 weeks.	After 3-5 weeks, subsequently annually.	Suitable for revaccination after DHPPi2-L after 3-5 weeks.
Piro	From 5 months.	After 3-4 weeks, then every six months or a year.	–
Herpes	From the first day of estrus until 10 days after mating.	1-2 weeks before the expected date of birth.	You can carry out a double vaccination at each estrus or pregnancy.

Vaccination periods must not be missed – this reduces the effectiveness of immunoprophylaxis. The following dose of the serum is given as soon as possible if the previous one is missed.

Contraindications and side effects

As with all vaccines, using Eurican is not permitted:

• weakened animals;
• dogs that have already been infected with viral diseases – blood tests are needed to confirm or refute;
• pets with infections;
• dogs that have not been treated with antiparasitic drugs;
• simultaneously with other serums;
• after the expiration date, if the integrity of the packaging is compromised, if the consistency of the drug differs from normal.

Pregnant bitches can be vaccinated separately. Every serum has unique qualities.

• DHPPi2-L and DHPPi2-LR are prohibited from being administered from the second third of gestation;
• Piro is not used from the beginning of pregnancy;
• Primo and Herpes are safe for pregnant and lactating dogs.

Infrequent and mild side effects do not occur. The most typical ones are:

• swelling at the injection site;
• allergy – will manifest itself as itching, rash, redness at the injection site and cyanosis of the mucous membranes;
• loss of appetite;
• apathy, drowsiness.

These are all typical complications. Without intervention, they disappear on their own. Due to an allergy to one of the ingredients, anaphylactic shock is the only significant adverse effect. It is removed as soon as possible using symptomatic methods.

Analogues of the drug

You can use one of the following serums in place of euricican:

Analogue	What is the difference	Average price per dose
Nobivac	Available in 8 types. The most common are polyvalent DHP and DHPPi. But they do not contain glycoproteins of the rabies virus – they are vaccinated against it separately. Distinguished by the presence of the Puppy DP vaccine for puppies against plague of carnivores and enteritis.	270 p.
Vangard	This name unites 3 types of vaccinations: 5/L, Plus 5 L4 CV and Vanguard 7. Complex vaccines against the most common diseases. Unlike Eurikan, they additionally promote the development of immunity against infectious hepatitis, coronavirus infection. The serums do not contain the rabies strain.	285 p.
Biovak	Produced in 5 modifications – mono- or polyvalent. The most common complex serums are PAL and DPAL. No vaccine against rabies.	235 p.
Multican	There are 4 types of Multikan, designated by numbers 4, 6, 7 and 8. Each vaccination is complex, contains its own strains of viruses. Vaccine number 8, in addition to the fight against other diseases, promotes the development of immunity against rabies.	200 p.
Duramun	Produced in 2 modifications: Max 5/4L (against plague, infectious hepatitis, adenovirus infection, parainfluenza, parvovirus enteritis and leptospirosis) and Max 5-CvK/4L (additionally produces immunity against coronavirus enteritis). Weakly widespread.	400 p.

Owner reviews

Nina: "Eurikan has always been my go-to. Throughout the years of use, there have been no issues; the vaccination has never "broken through," and even tiny Pomeranians respond admirably to it. However, considering how quickly coronavirus enteritis is killing dogs right now, I may move to Duramun.

Pavel: "We had a case where the plague "broke through" Eurikan. Among the litter’s best puppies, one passed away. It’s true that the vet has some responsibility here as well; for a week, he treated them for a different illness before determining the true cause. I am aware of multiple other instances in which this vaccination proved ineffective.

Ekaterina: "I own five canines." Since I frequently visit kennels and they are all elderly with compromised immune systems, there is a high risk of infection. I haven’t had an infectious disease or negative reaction in five years, despite the fact that my bulldogs are allergic to practically everything in the air."

Answers to frequently asked questions

Is it possible to vaccinate a dog with Eurikan on your own?

No, only veterinarians are allowed to administer vaccinations. You cannot guarantee the serum’s quality, its proper administration, or the pet’s lack of infectious diseases.

Is it allowed to vaccinate a dog at home?

Indeed, provided a veterinarian performs it. In this instance, he needs to carry the vaccine in a cooling box because the serum loses its effectiveness in the heat.

I am giving this vaccine to a puppy/dog for the first time. I am afraid of an allergic reaction. How can it be prevented?

Giving an antihistamine injection prior to serum administration is the most straightforward preventive measure. However, this is typically not required because Eurikan is well tolerated and mild allergic reactions resolve on their own. If you are concerned that you may experience anaphylactic shock, spend thirty minutes sitting in the clinic lobby. If during this time you do not experience any concerning symptoms, they probably won’t in the future. Additionally, the doctor will be able to act fast to treat any acute conditions that may arise.

Is it necessary to treat a dog for parasites before vaccination? How to do it correctly?

Yes, given that fleas, ticks, and helminths can infect an animal and lower immunity, they can carry harmful diseases. Dogs receive treatment twice, with a 7–10 day interval between each session, for therapeutic purposes; the final treatment is administered no later than 1.5 weeks prior to vaccination, for preventive purposes. Combine insect and tick repellent medications with anthelmintic tablets or other complex agents.

Vaccine	Eurican for dogs
Purpose	Protects against distemper, parvovirus, and other infections
Type	Injection
Age	Usually given from 6-8 weeks
Booster	Annual boosters recommended
Side effects	Mild fever, soreness at the injection site
Availability	Available at most veterinary clinics

A dependable vaccination that helps shield dogs from a number of dangerous illnesses is called Euricán. Veterinary professionals use it extensively to prevent potentially fatal infections like rabies, parvovirus, and canine distemper.

Vaccinating your dog promotes their health and safety as well as the general wellbeing of the dog community. It’s an easy and practical method of stopping the spread of harmful diseases.

It is usually a good idea to speak with your veterinarian if you have any worries or inquiries regarding Eurican or the vaccination schedule for your dog. Maintaining the health and happiness of your pet depends on routine examinations and keeping up with vaccinations.

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