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Does my dog's DHPP shot also protect them from kennel cough?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | 4 months and 3 days old | 25 lbs

Hi! My dog got the DHPP vaccine does that vaccine protect against Kennel Cough?

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on July 4th, 2021

Hi there! No, the kennel cough vaccine (Bordetella) is separate. We normally do recommend this vaccine for all puppies, to help protect them against respiratory infections when they're out and about being socialized. It's also required for most training classes and boarding kennels, or anywhere else dogs will be around each other.

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