What is the proper vaccination schedule for puppies?
Puppies that are still nursing get important antibodies from their mothers. When puppies stop nursing, usually around 6 weeks of age, they are no longer supplied with these antibodies and need vaccinations to continue their immunity. A puppy’s own immune system is still maturing at 6 weeks and a puppy may not be able to create its own antibodies until it is 15 weeks old. This is why boosters are vital in providing continued protection for your puppy. To space these boosters for maximum protection, we recommend the following schedule: • 1st Booster: 6 weeks DHPP Puppy Booster & wormer. A monovalent killed parvovirus is recommended at 5 weeks for at-risk puppies. Risk factors include bottle-feeding and puppies on previously contaminated property. More information on parvo is below. • 2nd Booster: 9 weeks DHPP Puppy Booster & wormer • 3rd Booster: 12 weeks DHPP Puppy Booster & wormer • 4th Booster: 15 weeks DHPP Adult or DHLPP Booster, First Rabies Booster, Heartworm Prevention What is a
