My puppy's vaccine was late. Is a new series or just a booster needed?

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  Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  Published on June 27th, 2017

  Great question! Yes Benji will need to return for his vaccines, but the amount of time between them depends on when he had his puppy vaccines. If he got all of his first vaccines last year, then he will need a booster of them this year. If he received a booster of his vaccines last year, then most of these vaccines can be received once every three years. This excludes the bordetella vaccine (kennel cough), which must be given yearly. I would call Petco to ask when he should get his next round of vaccines :-)

  

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  Answered By Mariya Gugel, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on December 16th, 2017

  Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I recommend having your dogs vaccines boostered once a year. Most dogs receive their final vaccines between three and four months of age, so they would need their boosters at about 15-16 months. These vaccines include a rabies vaccine, a combination vaccine that includes distemper/adenovirus/parvovirus and kennel cough where required. Depending on your area and your dogs lifestyle, they may need a Lyme disease and leptospirosis vaccine. If possible, I recommend bringing any records you may have to your vaccine appointment.

  

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