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How to properly store dog rabies shots and what's the correct dosage?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hello i am from india.. I want to vaccine street dogs with ani rabbies shots. Taking all to vet will cost a lot so planning to buy vaccines in stock from veternry shop.. Can i store that vaccines in refrigerator? How much ML shoukd b given to one dog?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on April 13th, 2017

Vaccines require refrigeration before and after reconstitution. The standard dose is 1ml given in the muscle to dogs older than 12 weeks of age. You will need to keep records to confirm vaccination and to prevent vaccinating the same dog more than once. An exam prior to vaccination is strongly recommended to avoid vaccinating a sick dog. In the US, a rabies vaccine can be given only by a licensed veterinarian. Please check local regulations to make sure you will not be breaking any laws.

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