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My dog missed a vaccine appointment. Is it too late for shots?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male

oct 25, 2016 deworm nov 9, 2016 deworm nov 23, 2016 5in1 vaccine Dec 7, 2016 deworm dec 7, 2016 5in1 vaccine what date is next?. You said that dec 23 should have a vaccine. What will i do it is already February 24 2017? Thank you

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 23rd, 2017

Depending on his age and vaccination history, he made need to restart the 5in1 series again and have 2 doses 3-4 weeks apart. The best thing would be to have a vet examine him and evaluate his vaccine history and determine which vaccines he needs and when.

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