Dog Vaccination Schedule
Dogs necessary recommended vaccinations
Every new puppy needs vaccination to protect him from some dangerous diseases and to develop his immune system. Veterinarians recommend a series of vaccinations and different vaccination schedules according to the specific dog’s risk factors.
Dog Vaccination Schedule for Puppy’s First Year
6-8 weeks
Recommended Vaccinations, “Core” vaccines: Canine parvovirus, Canine distemper, Canine adenovirus [hepatitis], measles
Optional Vaccinations, at veterinarian’s discretion, based on risk: Parainfluenza, Bordetella

10-12 weeks
Recommended Vaccinations, Second vaccination with “core” vaccines
Optional Vaccinations, at veterinarian’s discretion, based on risk: Leptospirosis, Lyme, Coronavirus
12-16 weeks
Recommended Vaccinations: Rabies
Optional Vaccinations: None
14-16 weeks
Recommended Vaccinations, third vaccination with “core” vaccines
Optional Vaccinations: None
1 year
Recommended Vaccinations, Vaccinate with “core” vaccines.
Optional Vaccinations, at veterinarian’s discretion, based on risk: Parainfluenza, Bordetella, Leptospirosis, Lyme
Every 1 to 3 years
Recommended Vaccinations: Rabies
Optional Vaccinations: None
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Most Vets recommend a booster shot every three years (some still cling to the every year schedule) for the “core” vaccines.
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