Canine & Feline Vaccination Guidelines

DOG VACCINES​

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Core Vaccines (Recommended for All Dogs)

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Initial Series BoosterDAPP (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza):

Every 3–4 weeks from 6–16 weeks1 year later, then every 3 years

 

Rabies: at 12–16 weeks, then 1 year later, then every 3 years (per vaccine label and state law)​

 

Lifestyle (Non-Core)

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Bordetella (Kennel Cough)Recommended for:BoardingGroomingDaycareDog parksTraining classes​

Schedule:Initial vaccineBooster every 6–12 months depending on risk​

 

Leptospirosis *Recommended for most Florida dogs*

Dogs with outdoor exposure (i.e. dog parks, backyard)

Dogs exposed to wildlife or standing water​

Schedule:Two-dose initial series (2–4 weeks apart), then annual booster

 

​Canine Influenza (H3N2/H3N8)Recommended for:Boarding facilitiesDaycareFrequent social exposure

Schedule:Two-dose initial series

 

Lyme DiseaseRecommended for:Dogs traveling to endemic regionsHigh tick exposure

Schedule:Two-dose initial series, then annual booster​​

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Puppy Vaccine Timeline

Age                         Vaccines

6–8 weeks:       DAPP9–12 weeks:     DAPP, Lepto (1st), Bordetella

12–16 weeks:   DAPP, Lepto (2nd), Rabies

16–20 weeks:   Final DAPP if needed

1 year:              DAPP, Rabies, Lifestyle boosters