Including their vaccines. The puppies are about four weeks old now.
2007-05-20 12:31:38 · 8 answers · asked by Chattie 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Some vets like to do a puppy check at 6 weeks old some do it at 8 weeks old. Mine did it at 8 weeks old and then they got the first shots and 2nd worming.
2007-05-20 12:35:20 · answer #1 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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What age can the puppies get there shots?
Including their vaccines. The puppies are about four weeks old now.
2015-08-12 18:32:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rabies shots can't be administered until the pups are between 4 and 6 months of age.
Parvo, distemper, parainfluenza, etc. (combo shot) should be given when the pups are finished nursing. The pups take in immunization from their mother's milk. When they no longer are nursing, they need the shots.
Usually, the first of the series of three combo shots (given every other week) starts between 5 and 7 weeks of age.
TALK to your vet for the best advice, though. I am sure you will get differing advice here.
2007-05-20 12:39:29 · answer #3 · answered by Lori R 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Puppies stop carrying their mother's immunity at 6 weeks, so this is prime time to start vaccinating and deworming! Ignoring leptospirosis and parainfluenza can put your dog at serious risk, even if your area doesn't have massive outbreaks, it's better to have that coverage, just in case! Also, parainfluenza is required at any reputable boarding kennel. Rabies, required by law in most states, should be given at 12 weeks. Boosters are typically given 3-4 weeks apart, at least 3 sets. All puppies are born with roundworms, other parasites may be present as well!
2007-05-20 12:41:17 · answer #4 · answered by Vegan Cowgirl 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
They should get their first set of shots between 6 and 8 weeks of age.
2007-05-20 12:57:20 · answer #5 · answered by Elena 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
about 7 to 8 weeks
2007-05-20 12:54:08 · answer #6 · answered by Ruta 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No vaccines before they have completed their 7th week but preferably not before 8-9 weeks.
Then they get distemper/parvo/canine hepatitis/adenovirus-2.
They shouldn't get lepto or parainfluenza unless you live in a high exposure area and NEVER give coronavirus or adenovirus-1.
For the current protocol on vaccinating go to the AAHA site Also to Dr.Jean Dodds site or Dr. Ron Schultz site.
I also recommend getting a copy of the Nov 2006 Whole Dog Journal.It has a great article on vaccinating.
Protocol is as follows:
8-9 weeks distemper/parvo/canine hepatitis/adenovirus-2
12 - 14 weeks repeat
16-18 weeks third and final
20 weeks or older rabies..a year from the date of the last vaccination a booster and then no more for 3 years.
Lepto,parainfluenza, lymes and bordatella (kennel cough) should only be given to those dogs at high risk of exposure.
Coronavirus, adenovirus-1 and giardia should NOT be given to ANY dog....
Vaccinating before a puppy has completed his 7th week can cause suppression of the immune system,interfer with natural immunity,leave a puppy suseptible to the very illness that the vaccines are meant to protect against and cause adverse reactions with future vaccines.
Giving more vaccinations then this is over vaccinating and can lead to serious problems.
They should be dewormed with dewormer approved by the vet at 2,4,6 & 8 weeks of age.
2007-05-20 12:37:14 · answer #7 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 0⤊ 4⤋
Between 7 to 8 wks old for the first set.
2nd set-12 wks 3rd set- 16 weeks
Rabies at 3months
Go to a vet they will tell you what they need and when they need it. Take a fecal sample to the vet have them check for worms. No need to give worming meds if they dont have worms.
2007-05-20 12:38:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
they can usually get their shots when they are 4 weeks old but for spaying and neutering you need to wait till they are 1 year old
2007-05-20 13:24:36 · answer #9 · answered by Kayla Marie 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋