Dog Vaccination Schedule and Information

January 14, 2005

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New puppies should be vaccinated at 4-6 weeks for Parvo, then at 8, 12, & 16 weeks given a combination shot. The vaccines listed with stars (***) are optional & should ONLY be given if your dog is in a high risk area. Annual vaccination for geriatric dogs should ONLY be given after consulting with your vet.

Strictly indoor house dogs do not need to be vaccinated for Lepto; adult inside dogs need to be vaccinated for Lepto only if there is a possibility of traveling in the same area as feral animals. Please always remember to read label instructions & consult your vet before administering any vaccines.

Virus Name	Puppy Doses < 16 weeks	Adult Doses > 16 weeks	Re-Vaccination
Distemper	1 dose at 6-8 weeks, 9-11 weeks, 12-14 weeks & 15-17 weeks of age.	1 dose	Annually
Parvovirus	1 dose at 4-6 weeks, 6-8 weeks, 9-11 weeks & 12-14 weeks & 15-17 weeks of age.	2 doses 3-4 weeks apart	Annually
Adenovirus-Hepatitis	1 dose at 6-8 weeks, 9-11 weeks, 12-14 weeks & 15-17 weeks of age.	1 dose if MLV 2 doses 2-4 weeks apart if KV	Annually
Parainfluenza	1 dose at 6-8 weeks, 9-11 weeks, 12-14 weeks & 15-17 weeks of age.	1 dose	Annually
***Coronavirus	1 dose at 6-8 weeks, 9-11 weeks, 12-14 weeks & 15-17 weeks of age.	1 dose if MLV 2 doses, 2 weeks apart if KV or use only if needed	***Annually as needed
***Leptospira	1 dose at 12-14 weeks & second dose at 15-17 weeks of age	2 doses, 2-4 weeks apart	***Annually as needed
***LEPTO VACCINES are NOT recommended for small breed inside only dogs***
Rabies (KV)	1 dose as early as 3 months of age	1 dose	1-3 years or as required by your state law
*Bordetella Bronchiseptica (Kennel Cough)**	1 dose intranasal at 3 weeks of age & second dose at 6	2 doses, 2-4 weeks apart	***Annually as needed
*Borrelia Burgdorfei (Lyme Borreliosis killed bacteria)**	1 dose at 9-12 weeks & second dose 2-4 weeks later	2 doses, 2-4 weeks apart	***Annually as needed

This information is the new standard vaccination schedule and may vary with manufacturers; therefore further instructions may accompany each vaccine. Please always read your label instructions & consult your veterinarian before administering.

Click here for more information on the differences between 5-way shots and 7-way or 9-way shots.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR VACCINES:

Realize that all vaccines have to be shipped at some time. When placed in insulated envelope with ice, they can be safely shipped to you, even in the summertime. Vaccines are shipped at the first of the week to prevent them from being in transit over a weekend. When you receive your order, the ice packs will be melted but will have served their purpose of protecting your biologicals. You should keep your biologicals refrigerated until you use them.

Before you order, make sure the shipping methods & quantities of vaccines you choose are correct & afford the level of protection you believe you need.

**Biologicals are non-refundable & non-returnable.**

To shorten your "in transit" time, your biologicals can be shipped Next Day or 2nd Day AIR for an additional charge. For added protection, special insulated boxes are available for an additional charge.

+All biologicals are labeled- Use entire contents when first opened.

All of our handling controls are based upon advice from the manufacturer, professional consultation & rigorous internal control procedures.