Can a puppy really die if it doesn't get its first vaccinations?

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Hello i have a question a guy wants to sell me a puppy but he said that if i dont put him his first shots the puppy could die is that true??

Kevin Sanada, DVM · Accepted Answer

This is definitely true. The diseases that we vaccinate against are very deadly to puppies. I've witnessed whole litters die from vaccine-preventable diseases, so it's definitely a concern. It's also very costly to get them the appropriate veterinary treatment when they get these diseases. It's important that the pup also gets a rabies vaccine when he is four months and 12 months old. Rabies will not only kill the dog, but will kill any people he bites when he is infected. I hope that helps and all is well with the pup.

Can a puppy really die if it doesn't get its first vaccinations?

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