Does my senior dog need distemper-parvo shots at 14 years old?

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My malti-poo is 14years old..he is due in September to have distemper-parvo shot..he is crippled in his hip and both back legs...my question is, since 14 years is his life span, do I need to have this shot given to him??He is almost blind, can't hear and I carry him wherever he needs to go!!! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | 14 years and 1 month old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Yes, I would still give Chachi his distemper and parvo vaccine. A life span is only an average for a particular dog, and some dogs do live longer than their predicted life span. Because distemper and parvo are such horrible diseases, it's important to keep up on a dog's vaccines no matter how old they are to make sure they are protected. In my opinion, it's best for his health to have this vaccine. I hope this helps :-)

Does my senior dog need distemper-parvo shots at 14 years old?

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