Dogs need vaccines according to their age and health status, with schedules differing for puppies and adult dogs.

Puppy Vaccination Schedule

• Puppies receive a series of vaccinations every 2 to 4 weeks starting at 6 to 8 weeks old until they are at least 16 weeks old, sometimes extending to 18-20 weeks for high-risk areas or certain breeds

• Typical puppy vaccines include core vaccines like Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus (DAP/DHPP), and Rabies, alongside lifestyle vaccines such as Bordetella and Lyme disease depending on risk factors

Adult Dog Vaccination Schedule

• After the initial puppy series, adult dogs generally need booster vaccinations to maintain immunity.
• Core vaccines such as DAP/DHPP and Rabies are usually boosted every 1 to 3 years, depending on the vaccine type and local regulations (e.g., rabies boosters can be annual or every three years)

• Some vaccines, like leptospirosis and kennel cough (Bordetella), may require annual boosters due to shorter duration of immunity

• Lifestyle vaccines (e.g., Lyme disease, canine influenza) are given based on the dog's exposure risk and may be annual

Summary

• Puppies: Vaccinations every 2-4 weeks until about 16 weeks old.
• Adults: Booster vaccines typically once a year or every three years, depending on the vaccine and local laws.
• Some vaccines require annual boosters (e.g., leptospirosis, kennel cough), while others can be spaced out every three years (e.g., distemper, parvovirus, rabies after initial boosters)

Consulting your veterinarian is essential to tailor the vaccination schedule to your dog's specific needs and local disease risks