Just got an 8-week-old puppy. What shots and vet visits are needed?

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Just adopted an 8 week old Cane Corso pup, what shots and tests should we get done, and when? Pet's info: Dog | Cane Corso | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 12 days old

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Hi there! Congratulations on your new pup :) If she hasn't had anything done yet, she will need a vet visit for her first DAPP vaccine (for distemper, adenovirus, parvovirus, and parainfluenza) as well as a general wellness check-up. She should also have a fecal exam for parasites, and should be dewormed if any are found. She's also old enough to start on heartworm prevention if this is a problem in your area - the vet should be able to advise you if this is needed. After that, she will need to have her DAPP vaccine boostered every 3-4 weeks until she's 16 weeks or older. She will also need a rabies vaccine at 16 weeks. Other vaccinations, such as Lyme disease, leptospirosis, or Bordetella (kennel cough) may also be recommended depending on what is common in your area and her risk of exposure. Your veterinarian should discuss this with you at her check-up visit, and will let you know if any of these vaccines are needed.

Just got an 8-week-old puppy. What shots and vet visits are needed?

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