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My 8-month dog got parvo shot at 6 months. Does he need a booster?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Male | unneutered | 7 months and 29 days old | 90 lbs

Bought a dog, Now 8 months old. Got a parvovirus shot at 6 months old. Does he need a buster shot. Can I bring him in to get it at Petco?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 12th, 2019

Yes, Koa does need a booster shot, but these should be given four weeks apart to incur immunity. Because it's been two months since he last shot, he will need to start the series over again. You can bring him into a Vetco vaccine clinic to get it done.

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