I just brought a new puppy home. What kind of care and shots does he need?
Congratulations on your new puppy! He now depends on you for everything — food, water, exercise, training, good health, and above all, lots of love and attention. It is important that your new puppy receive a good physical exam to be sure he is healthy. Occasionally, congenital or developmental problems can occur. Conditions frequently detected involve the eyes, jaws, legs, hernias, and testicles. Congenital heart defects can also be detected at this first visit. Because a puppy’s immune system is still developing, he is very susceptible to some very serious diseases. This is why it is so important that he receive a series of vaccinations given at about 3-4 week intervals ideally starting at 6 weeks of age. If he received just 1 vaccination at 7 weeks, his immune system is not developed enough to keep him protected. Some of the early symptoms of Parvovirus are diarrhea and vomiting. This is a life-threatening disease. Distemper is another serious threat to puppies and dogs. Runny eye
