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Can my 8-week-old puppy go to public places before all shots?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I have an 8 week old puppy and am meant to be going to the Elmore field days with my family, would it be safe to take her with me if I carry her so she doesn't come into contact with other dogs due to other diseases and my puppy only having one immunisation at this stage.

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on October 2nd, 2017

I would not recommend taking your puppy with you. Even if you carry her the whole time people will still approach you and want to pet her/come into contact with her. I think this is a high risk of exposure to illness. She is not fully vaccinated so taking her will be a risk. I hope that helps

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