Why Should You Vaccinate Your Puppy and Dog?
Puppies, under-vaccinated or immunocompromised dogs, are at high risk for infectious diseases. Even if your fur baby doesn’t meet other dogs, they can still pick up harmful viruses and bacteria from surfaces like paths, grassy areas, and water sources. Vaccinations help protect your puppy from catching diseases.
What We Vaccinate Against
At Vets in Endeavour Hills, we administer vaccinations for five core diseases that can significantly impact your puppy’s health:
- Canine Distemper Virus
- Canine Hepatitis
- Canine Parvovirus
- Parainfluenza Virus (Canine Cough or Kennel Cough)
- Bordetella Bronchiseptica (Canine Cough or Kennel Cough)
Puppy Vaccination Schedule
Our vaccination schedule is designed to provide optimal protection for your puppy at every developmental stage.
Initial Course (Puppies)
- First booster: 6–8 weeks
- Second booster: 10–12 weeks
- Third booster: 16 weeks
First Annual Vaccination
12 months after the final booster
Dog Vaccinations Schedule
Throughout their life, and especially in their old age, it’s important to keep up with your furry friend’s booster vaccinations to ensure ongoing immunity. At Vets in Endeavour Hills, we follow a triennial vaccination schedule. This means after your dog’s first adult vaccination, they will receive the full C5 vaccine every three years and their Canine Cough vaccine annually.
Ongoing Vaccinations
- Every three years: Canine Distemper, Canine Hepatitis, Canine Parvovirus
- Annually: Parainfluenza Virus, Bordetella Bronchiseptica (Canine Cough)
Is Your Dog Attending Daycare or Going To Boarding?
If you’re considering sending your puppy or dog to daycare or boarding, it’s essential that they are fully vaccinated. Many facilities require up-to-date vaccinations before accepting puppies or dogs.
Book An Appointment
At Vets in Endeavour Hills, we make it easy and convenient to keep your dog’s vaccinations current. Whether you have a puppy or an adult dog, our team is here to help guide you through the vaccination process.
Schedule your furry friend’s vaccination appointment today to help protect their health!
FAQs
You can start taking your puppy out seven to ten days after their 12-week vaccination. With two vaccinations and the protection from their mother’s antibodies, they should be ready to interact with other dogs and explore new surroundings.
Most puppy schools accept puppies from 9 weeks of age, provided they have received their first vaccination and passed a health check.
Vaccination during pregnancy is generally not advised, as certain vaccines can pose risks to both the mother and her puppies. It’s best to vaccinate your dog before she becomes pregnant.
Yes, a full health examination is required prior to vaccination to ensure your canine friend is well enough to be vaccinated, as vaccinating with some health conditions can make your pet unwell.
