2007-08-20 03:11:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Discuss this with your vet as well as your puppy's breeder. Together, you will determine the best vaccination schedule for your puppy. Enjoy your new pup!
2007-08-20 03:18:50 · answer #1 · answered by anonymous 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My goones you get some dodgy answers. For starters if you are in Australia we don't have rabies in this country so your puppy doesn't have to be vaccinated for that unless it is travelling overseas. They usually have a course of 3 vaccinations a month apart each. The first usually at 6-8 weeks, the second they have to be 12 weeks or older for and the final shot a month after that so usually 16 weeks. If your puppy hasn't had any yet go and get the first now. If it is already 12 weeks by the time you go to the vet you will only need a course of two vaccinations. I recommend asking for a C5 vaccination (some dodgy vet clinics just recommend C3 or C4 because then they can quote cheaper prices - but in reality your puppy isn't covered for as many contagious diseases). So get C5's. Also, do not expose your puppy to other dog's or public parks etc where dog's have been until 2 weeks after he/she has finished all her vaccinations because that is how long it takes for their immunity to build up after the vaccination. You should start Heartworm prevention straigh away - you usually start that at 8 weeks of age and I find the monthly tablets are the best option. Puppies also have to have an intestinal wormer once every 2 weeks until they are 12 weeks of age (you can buy these over the counter from your local vet and they go by weight so make sure you weigh your puppy before each worming) then do an intestinal wormer every month until 6 months of age. The best product to use and that ends up being most cost effective is Sentinel Spectrum (it is a monthly flavoured chewable tablet that does heartworm, all of your intestinal worms and fleas in one dose! its great!) also if you are in a paralysis tick area then do daily tick searches or use Advantix (be careful it is toxic to cats but ok for dogs). If you need any more help e-mail or just phone your vet. Ask for a puppy pack - most vets have them for free and they provide pamphlets, info and samples.
2007-08-20 11:03:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your pup should get the shots recommended by your vet. No one on here can give you credible medical advice about your puppy without seeing it. Puppies generally need a series of vaccines.
Please take your pup to your vet and follow his or her advice.
Enjoy this first year and take lots of pictures. They grow up fast.
2007-08-20 10:55:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Has the dog had any shots yet? He/she should have had several rounds of puppy shots by now.
He/she needs, parvo, distemper, corona, rabies and dewormed if needed.
You need to take the dog to the vet and get all of the shots done. Also, ask about heartworm preventative that they need monthly.
2007-08-20 10:17:26 · answer #4 · answered by trying to please 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your dog hasn't gotten any shots yet I suggest to begin with parasite shots then continue with the vaccines. Your vet can help you with the proper vaccine programs.
2007-08-20 10:24:50 · answer #5 · answered by Ardelia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to check with your vet, but most commonly it would be rabies and a distemper/parvo combo. You may need to get others, depending on the area you live in and it's requirements.
2007-08-20 10:25:14 · answer #6 · answered by joline 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look at the link below for information about medical care for your pup. and all the best!
2007-08-20 10:17:21 · answer #7 · answered by letterstoheather 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋