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How long should I wait to take my puppy out after her second shot?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 2 months and 13 days old

Aika had her second and last vaccination yesterday Sunday, until her Annual Booster is due. I am a bit confused about when I should start taking her out to the public ground. Some say I have to wait around 3 days after the vaccination so it "takes effect". So how long should I wait, longer than 3 days or just 3 days?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 23rd, 2017

I suggest you wait 2 weeks before taking her out where she could come in contact with other dogs or dog eliminations, as this second vaccine is enticing the body to make specific antibodies rather than just general ones.

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