DOG HEALTH, Vaccinations

Believe it or not, but there are still pups dying out there of Parvo Virus. This is so totally unnecessary, if the proper precautions are taken and a strict vaccination regime is put into practice. However, there is also some thought now that we tend to over vaccinate. Therefore, the question is: What is enough and what is too much?

BEWARE: Not all Parvo vaccines have the newest strains included in them. It has come to our attention that some folks have Parvo problems, despite the fact they vaccinated.

Here is what we practice, in consultation with our veterinarian. I cannot stress enough that it is vitally important you have a really good working relationship with a veterinarian whom you can trust. A veterinarian who will educate you, not overcharge you, and in return, you will not question his/her capabilities. We are lucky to have that, and we have had that with him for the past 25 years.

Pups

5-way ( includes: Parvo, Corona, Adeno, Parainfluenza, Distemper)

• First shot - 5 weeks of age
• Second shot - 7 weeks of age
• Third shot - 12 weeks of age
• Fourth shot - 16 weeks of age
• Yearly from there on in

Rabies

• First shot - 12 weeks (4 month) of age
• Second shot - within 1 year of the first one
• Every other year from there on in

Adults

• Every year with the 5-way (or other multiple vaccine if you wish)
• Every other year with Rabies