hey i just got 2 rotties and they are on there 2nd shots, when should i take them to the vet for a check up. they are currently on there parvo shots, i had them for about a month now and they are both 12 weeks, also at what age do they start on heartworm and all that crap
2006-06-08 06:58:48 · 14 answers · asked by B 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
did the vet not go over this with you, or are you doing this yourself? most vacc. start at 8weeks and then span out every three weeks until 16 weeks at that time that would be their last series of vacc with a rabies included, the first time you took them in at 8weeks they should of included giving you a single dose of heartworm pill. it would be a waste to buy a 6month package since it goes by weight. you can get it month by month until your dogs reach a more stable weight. they should have an upper respitory vacc, which may or may not include lepto, some vets dont use it. i would get it. a bordatella intranasal if they are around other dogs or boarding. and rabies. they should be wormed 2-3 times, within this time. many vets have a different protacal on vacc. so check into it.
2006-06-08 07:19:25 · answer #1 · answered by irishgirl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure about the shots but I have a 7 week old puppy and they say anytime after 6 weeks old is fine. The sooner the better. On the shots, just call your local pet supply store and most of the time they will tell when the best time will be. If not call your vet and just ask!
2006-06-08 14:06:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take them to the vet immediately for their "well puppy" checkups. At that time the vet will tell you when their next shots are due.
Start them on heartworm meds when they are 4-5 months old, but they'll have to be tested first to make sure they haven't been exposed.
Get them neutered/spayed asap.
2006-06-08 14:02:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
definitely start them on their heartworm prevention before they are 6 months old - depending on your states laws most puppies get their rabies vaccine at 12 weeks old. Your vet should have given you a schedule and if not call and ask. Each state has a different vaccine schedule that they follow.
2006-06-08 14:04:32 · answer #4 · answered by littlefoot 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When the vets says 2.
2006-06-08 14:02:28 · answer #5 · answered by kadesha Nicole 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consider the vaccines that the breeder gave null and void. Make an appointment ASAP with your vet. He/she will start them on their puppy series and heartworm prevention.
2006-06-08 15:25:32 · answer #6 · answered by bulldogges_4_me 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My vet started my bassett at one year. I have to take him for shots every 12 months now.
2006-06-08 14:11:36 · answer #7 · answered by sandra g 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Now. I would take them in to the vet this week. They may need additional booster shots.
2006-06-08 14:02:23 · answer #8 · answered by Miss Mouse 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to discuss this with your vet. Many people have different opinions regarding which vaccination regimen to give and at what ages. Whether you give vaccinations for things like corona, bordatella etc. will depend on where you live, what you do with your dog and what your vet recommends. Please discuss this with your vet.
2006-06-08 14:04:36 · answer #9 · answered by k 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to read up on vaccinations. Protocols are changing.
Recommendations by the American Animal Hospital Association : www.aahanet.org
Also read Wisconsin University web site.
2006-06-08 15:45:40 · answer #10 · answered by A Great Dane Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋