Dog Vaccinations

Please research your dog's need for vaccines beyond the puppy stage. There has been much debate as of late concerning the actual necessity of yearly vaccinations. Paying close attention to your dog and scheduling yearly wellness checks are important.

Vaccination Schedule for Dogs

From: The Humane Society

Distemper - an airborne viral disease of the lungs, intestines and brain.
Hepatitis - a viral disease of the liver.
Leptospirosis - a bacterial disease of the urinary system.
Parainfluenza - infectious bronchitis.
Parvovirus - a viral disease of the intestines.
Rabies - a viral disease fatal to humans and other animals.
Corona - a viral disease of the intestines.
Bordetella - a bacterial infection (kennel cough)

Puppies - 6 weeks to 1 year

6 to 8 weeks - First puppy shot (DHLPP) + Corona

11 to 12 weeks - Second puppy shot (DHLPP) + Corona

15 to 16 weeks - Third puppy shot (DHLPP) + Corona

Over 4 months - Rabies - repeat l year later. As an adult, repeat every 3 years.

7 to 9 months - First heartworm test