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Puppy Vaccination Schedule:
DHPP #1
Fecal exam and deworming
Heartworm prevention and flea control can begin at 8 weeks
10-13 weeks Physical examination
DHPP #2
Bordetella intranasal (if needed)
Fecal exam and deworming
14-17 weeks Physical examination
DHPP #3
Rabies vaccination - 1 year
Fecal exam and deworming
Heartworm prevention
Flea/Tick Control
16-20 weeks Those puppies that started their vaccination series at 6-8 weeks should have the last vaccination between 16-20 weeks of age, therefore, requiring a DHPP #4. Also certain breeds including Pitbull Terriers, Labrador Retrievers, Rottweilers, and Doberman Pinschers are more susceptible to parvovirus and should receive this additional vaccination.
DHPP = Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus vaccine.
Dog Vaccination Schedule:
1 year Physical examination
DHPP vaccination
Rabies vaccination (good for 3 years, if proof of previous vaccination)
Bordetella (if needed)
Fecal exam
Heartworm test
Heartworm Prevention
Flea/Tick Control
2-8 years Physical examination yearly
DHPP vaccination yearly
Rabies vaccination every 3 years (if on schedule)
Bordetella (if needed)
Fecal test
Heartworm test
Heartworm Prevention
Flea/Tick Control
8 + years As above
a) Consider geriatric blood profile and urinalysis yearly to screen for aging diseases (such as Cushing's, diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, kidney and liver disease).
b) Consider abdominal ultrasound in breeds such as
* Since large breeds of dogs age faster, these tests may be recommended earlier for breeds such as Dobermans, Great Danes, Greyhounds, Labradors, Shepherds, and Mastiffs.
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