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Is my 12-week-old puppy too old for her first puppy shots like parvo?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 23 days old | 0 lbs

Ive got a pom pup that is going to be 12weeks this saturday i need to see if she can have her puppy shots the parvo etc and then when can i bring her in for first visit

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on May 9th, 2019

Most dogs should start their vaccine series at 6-8 weeks. So, if Lulu hasn't yet had a vaccine, she is a behind the curve! I would recommend getting her in now for her first vaccination for parvo/distemper/adenovirus/parainfluenza. She is also old enough to receive a rabies vaccination. The vet may also recommend other vaccines based on her unique lifestyle.

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