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Everything You Need to Know About Dog Vaccines
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Everything You Need to Know About Dog Vaccines

Travis & Denise
November 28, 2024

Vaccinations protect your dog from serious and potentially deadly diseases.

Core Vaccines (Recommended for All Dogs)

  • Rabies - Required by law in most areas
  • Distemper - Serious viral disease
  • Parvovirus - Especially dangerous for puppies
  • Adenovirus - Infectious hepatitis

Non-Core Vaccines

Based on your dog's lifestyle - discuss with your vet:

  • Bordetella (kennel cough)
  • Lyme disease
  • Leptospirosis
  • Canine influenza

Vaccination Schedule

Puppies need shots every 3-4 weeks until 16 weeks old, then annual boosters for most vaccines.