Should be vaccinate our animals?

We hear the question asked all the time, "Should we vaccinate our children?" Now I raise the question, "Should we vaccinate our animals?" Some would argue yes while others argue no, but my thoughts are why not? If it is something that can protect them against disease and harmful things, why would we not take that extra precaution? I realize that dogs are different than children, but for those of you like me who have no "real" children, my dogs are my kids. I spoil them and pamper them and take them to the doctor for boo-boo's. So let's help protect our pets...vaccinate!