Everything You Need to Know About Dog Vaccinations

🐶Dog vaccinations are injections given to stimulate the immune system and protect against harmful diseases.

🌡️Vaccines introduce small amounts of virus particles to help the body create an immune response.

🏥Vaccinations can prevent diseases like parvo, distemper, and rabies that can be fatal for dogs.

📅Puppies should be vaccinated every three weeks until they're four months old to develop a strong immune response.

🐾Dog's lifestyle plays a role in determining additional vaccines they may need, such as kennel cough or leptospirosis.

Are vaccinations required by law?

—The only vaccine required by law is the rabies vaccine, as it is a zoonotic disease that can be fatal for humans.

How soon should I get my dog vaccinated?

—Puppies should start their vaccinations around eight weeks old and continue every three weeks until they're four months old.

Is it necessary to avoid socializing my puppy with other dogs until they're fully vaccinated?

—Puppies can start socializing with other dogs as soon as they receive their first set of vaccines, as they still have some immunity from their mother while nursing.

What diseases are prevented with vaccinations?

—Vaccinations can prevent diseases such as parvo, distemper, rabies, bordetella, influenza, and leptospirosis.

Why is it important to avoid missing a dog vaccination?

—Missing vaccinations can leave dogs unprotected and susceptible to serious and potentially fatal diseases.

00:13Dr. Michelle Drake explains the importance of dog vaccinations and clarifies common questions.

01:25Dog vaccinations are injections that stimulate the immune system to protect against diseases.

02:32Different vaccines are recommended based on the dog's lifestyle and potential exposure risk.

03:26Puppies should start receiving vaccinations at around eight weeks old and continue every three weeks until they're four months old.

04:59It is a common misconception that puppies should avoid socializing until fully vaccinated, but they can socialize as long as they receive their first set of vaccines.

06:27Missing a dog vaccination can leave them unprotected and more susceptible to harmful diseases.

06:52Regular vaccinations help prevent diseases such as parvo, distemper, rabies, bordetella, influenza, and leptospirosis.