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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.