New puppy, questions about shots, etc.?

Question

I just bought our jack russell terrier yesterday, and the breeder said he has just turned 6 weeks. I wasn't sure of what questions to ask before buying the pup, but he said that he should be ready for worming anytime. I know he also needs a checkup and his shots. When is the best time to begin all of his shots? Also, since he hasn't been vaccinated for parvo, we've been letting him use puppy pads in conjunction with crate training. Am I going about house breaking him correctly?

Thanks!

Answer 1

Congratulations on your new 'baby'! =)

1st - Get to know and ask around at all the doggy stores/groomers in your neighborhood.
Get recommendations for the best vet. Ask why he/she likes 'that' vet.
Do you prefer 'all business' and nothing 'but', or 'warm/friendly' folks with you and your new puppy?

2) Go to the recommended vet and 'get a feel' for the folks who work there. Does it seem they're REAL animal lovers? Are they polite, loving, brusque with the animals there? (And of course check the prices and requirements for a first visit)

2a) The vet/their assistants can advise you on the best times for your puppy to get his checkups/shots/vaccinations/etc.

3) The puppy pads/crate training is fine; for now. Every puppy learns at a different rate. Just like us humans! =)

If you think he's up to it. Do take him out for short walks.
Just keep him away from other animals/plants/ water and places where bacteria/viruses/fleas (bugs) could hide.
It's good to acclimate him to his indoor AND outdoor surroundings. The fresh air and sun is good for him too! =)

Good Luck and have fun with you very smart, sometimes stubborn Jack Russell Terrier! =D

Answer 2

Six weeks is way too young for a puppy to be separated from its litter mates and mother. You will probably have some problems with teaching this little guy some manners and have a harder than usual time house breaking. Most puppies shouldn't leave their mothers until they are at least 8 weeks old, and in cases of small "toy" breeds, 10 to 12 weeks is recommended.

You need to take the puppy into the vet IMMEDIATELY to make sure that he is healthy. Did the breeder give you a health certificate? Did you get a health guarantee? Was the parents tested for genetic issues that are prevalent in the breed? How many litters did the parents have? Is the puppy AKC? All these questions, and I have about 30 or 40 more, should have been asked. But that is all water under the bridge. But please get him into the vet quickly.

Answer 3

First it is against the law in most states to buy, sell, adopt or give away a puppy that hasn't completed it's 7th week and in some states 8 weeks.
Secondly his vacciantions need to begin at 8-9 weeks and should consist of distemper/parvo/canine hepatitis/adenovirus-2 ......nothing else.
He should have a repeat at 12- 14 weeks and a third and final at 16 -18 weeks. His rabies should be given at 20 weeks or older. Unless he is at high risk of exposure he shouldn't get lepto, parainfluenza or bordatella (kennel cough).
He should NEVER get coronavirus, giardia or adenovirus-1.
The above is the current protocol of the AAHA/AVMA and all 27 vet schools. it is also based on several yearso f studies done by various universities including the university of Wisconcin and Dr. Jean Dodds and Dr. Ron Schultz. There is also a great vaccination article in the Nov. 2006 issue of The Whole Dog Journal.
As for deworming a puppy should be dewormed at 2, 4, 6 & 8 weeks of age nad then periodically after. Never use OTC dewormers as they may be incorrect for the type of worm, they aren't very effective and they can be dangerous to your dog.

Answer 4

OMG good breeders never let their puppies leave the litter mates before 8 weeks old! Breeders who permit the puppy to leave before 8 weeks is in it just for money and not the well being of the dogs, especially if he never wormed them yet!!!??
You can give the pup its first shot @ 6 weeks. Ask your Vet about the serious of Puppy shots the pup will need, I give my pups a total of 4 shots before 4 months of age.
Yes you are starting house training off right.
If you need help with anything buy a Jack Russell book it will show you everything you will need to know...I would also invest in puppy classes...but not until your pup is done with the series of pup shots.

Answer 5

A good breeder won't let a pup go at 6 wks. old,absolutely too young and the breeder should have been worming this pup since two weeks old and then every two weeks til around 12 wks, old.If this pup has never been wormed,poor thing is probably full of worms.Breeder should have gave this pup its first injection of parvo vaccination.I would definately take this pup to a vet for exam asap.Not a good breeder and his shots should be started imediately.

Answer 6

It doesn't sound like you bought a pup from a reputable breeder, because usually a breeder will not let the pups go until 8 weeks. You should really do your research on this breeder. Also if you call your local vet they will be able to tell you what shots and when they can be done.

I personally don't like the puppy pads because I beleive it teaches the pup to go in the house. I would recommend taking him outside and getting him trained to go to the door when he has to go out.

Hope you enjoy your pup!!

Answer 7

If you have a Petsmart in your area with a Banfield Hospital, I would recommend taking your puppy there. I signed up for the monthly plan which I selected the least expensive, and it takes care all of pet's health needs. They have a website and I got a discount on the enrollment fee when I called to set up services. They have a website. I took my jack russell there and their services were recommended by my friend who is also an owner of a jack russell. But I recommend taking your puppy to the vet right away. Congrats!

Answer 8

They don't must have pictures or papers. CKC (Continental) papers are simplest well to begin fires as they don't seem to be a legit registry & is not going to care if the puppies are actually mutts. The AKC will, they are able to yank registrations & excellent & droop breeders, drive DNA checking out and so on. The CKC takes the cash & runs. People lie approximately puppies being purebred at all times, that's why wise patrons get puppies from a reliable breeder. You get them from people like your buddies, you're taking your possibilities.

Answer 9

Six weeks is too young and illegal in many states such as Florida. The puppy is not fully socialized crating helps with potty training if the crate is not to large. Yes to large is bad because they will do their business on one side and lay in the other. If the crate is sized correctly they won't go where they lay. Also be consistent in what times you take them out to go they will set their biological clock and know when to look forward to go out.

Answer 10

They don't have got to have pictures or papers. CKC (Continental) papers are best good to fires as they don't seem to be a reputable registry & won't care if the pups are actually mutts. The AKC will, they may be able to yank registrations & great & droop breeders, force DNA checking out and many others. The CKC takes the cash & runs. Humans lie about pups being purebred at all times, for this reason clever shoppers get pups from a official breeder. You get them from humans like your neighbors, you take your possibilities.