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There are many slightly different vaccination protocols out there, based on veterinarian experience (some have had better success with slight variations), geographic location and maternal history of vaccination.
The general standard for a healthy puppy, weaned at 10-12 weeks of age from a fully vaccinated dam, is a combination vaccine (distemper and parvovirus plus a few other viruses) at 8, 12, and 16 weeks of age plus a one-year rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age.
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∙ 6y agoI have worked as a Veterinarian Technician for over 32 years. You DO need to vaccinate your dog against distemper, parvo, rabies and other viruses and diseases. The vaccine is either a killed vaccine or a modified live vaccine and will not give the virus to the dog. That is a bunch of bah hooey. The vaccines are meant to stimulate your dog's own natural immune system to make antibodies against that particular virus or viruses, thus protecting your pet against those viruses if he or she should be exposed to them. Please take your dog into your Veterinarian and talk with him or her about vaccinations. You certainly do not wish to see your dog come down with Parvo, very dangerous and painful, bloody diarrhea and vomiting, can cause death or worse yet, distemper, death 90% of the time, very painful, seizuring, etc. For the lack of a simple vaccination, you could see your dog die an agonizing death so go to your Vet and get those vaccinations and he or she will tell you how often too. At least a series of 2 vaccinations given 2-3 weeks apart to start out with, depending on the age of the dog, then yearly boosters. Rabies vaccination should be given at 4 months of age. You should start your dog as a puppy at 8 weeks, 10 weeks, 13 week then 16 weeks for the DHLP/Parvo vaccines and Rabies at 16 weeks. Don't even listen to some bozo who tells you not to give your dog vaccines, they know NOT of what they talk about. They should come to work with me and see all the dogs dying from bloody diarrhea & vomiting or seizuring, painful deaths because the owner thought they should not be vaccinated for some stupid reason. Listen to your Veterinarian. Also do not forget about protecting your pet against Heartworm with a monthly pill. Heartworm is found in all parts of the US. Ask you Vet about this too. Mosquitoes are the carriers, they bite infected dogs and then go on to bite your dog thus passing on the baby heartworms to your dog. Use the once a month heartworm preventative year around to protect your dog against Heartworm. Ask for the cheaper generic versions.
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∙ 15y agoVaccine protocols can vary by area but, generally, puppies receive their first shots at 8 weeks, with boosters at 12 and 16 weeks.
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∙ 13y agoProbably about 6-8 weeks old. If I were you, I would call your vet to make sure it's safe. It varies depending what type of dog it is....Hope this helps!
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When should puppies receive vaccinations for distemper?
Check with your Veterinarian about his/her specific protocol, but generally puppies should get their first Distemper Vaccine at 8 weeks of age.
What to do if shots are given to puppies to young?
Shots should not be given under 5weeks of age, but they'll be okay unless they were vaccinated at 3weeks or less. If they were, watch them closely; some puppies can have adverse affects. HOWEVER, my dog was 18wks old and had TERRIBLE affects after a vaccine, so just be careful.
When should blue heeler puppies be dewormed?
All puppies should be checked for worms and dewormed by 6 weeks of age. They should also start their first of a series of vaccines at that age.
Should puppies get distemper shots before anti rabies shots?
The vaccination series to protect against distemper is usually started before the rabies vaccination is given. However, rabies vaccination may also be given along with the vaccination for distemper depending on the puppy's age.
What shots do puppies need first?
depending on where you go to get your shots and the age of your puppy, the first round for puppies usually doesnt have the parvo vaccine. they are able to get a parvo vaccine after they reach 6 weeks of age. and should be boosted on that monthly until the reach about 4 months old.
When is the puppies first injection?
Puppies generally receive their first vaccines, and necessary boosters at 8 weeks, 12 weeks, and 16 weeks of age. They should return to the Vet at 1 year for their first "adult" shots, and typically every year for an exam. Check with your Vet for his/her specific protocol as the necessary vaccines can vary by region.
Age of puppy before bringing home?
It is best to wait until puppies and kittens are eight weeks old to bring them home. Once they reach eight weeks, they are generally weaned from their mothers and can receive vaccination shots, as well as eating some semblance of solid food.
What age can thebassett hound puppies eat wet food?
Puppies of any breed should be started on the weaning process at between three and four weeks of age.
At what age do you take the puppies away from the mom?
Puppies have to be atleast 1 month old before they leave their mother.
What age is best for rabies shots for pet dogs?
Age is no bar for rabies vaccination. Normally the child walks out of the home by one year of age. The vaccine is recommended in country like India, where stray dogs are free on the road. But the opinion may vary between the experts.
When do you give great dane puppies shots?
if it is a mixed breed great dane it can have puppies at the age 6 months and up but if it is full grown it can only have puppies at the age 1 year and up.
How many Distemper shots should a dog have by 16 months?
A puppy should get a series of three distemper shots - 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 16 weeks. These should be boostered at 12 months, so by 16 months of age a dog should have had 4 distemper shots.
