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Is it safe for my puppy to be around unvaccinated adult dogs?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 6 days old | 6 lbs

is a healthy unvaccinated adult dog a health risk to my puppy?

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Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 2nd, 2017

Yes! The adult dog could carry many diseases and parasites without showing signs. Jack's immune system is not developed enough to handle these things. Jack should only be around healthy, vaccinated dogs until he is fully vaccinated. Kisses to Jack!

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