Vaccine Protocol for Puppies

I get asked all the time about when puppies are fully protected and can go safely out into the big world. The following is the protocol we adhere to based on our years of experience and relationship with veterinarians.

8 weeks - First Distemper/Parvo (puppies have already had this prior to pick up from breeder)

3 day vet check - Bordetella 

11-12 weeks, depending on timing of visit - 2nd Distemper/Parvo , lepto #1 and Rabies. If closer to 11 weeks, only Distemper/Parvo (must be 12 weeks to get rabies and lepto)

15/16 weeks - Final Distemper/Parvo, Lepto #2, Lyme #1 (if 2nd round done closer to 11 weeks, Lepto #1 and Rabies with next set in 3 weeks)

With Covid, vet appointments are not always able to be done right at the 12 week mark. Vaccines can be given every 3/4 weeks per vet).