Once your puppy has all its basic vaccinations done, your vet can prescribe a vaccination schedule for your adult dog. This typically consists of boosters for the Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, and Parainfluenza which were given as puppies. It is recommended to get booster doses for their Rabies, Leptospirosis, Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, and Parainfluenza. In addition, if necessary, the Canine Influenza and Lyme vaccines, which depend upon your dog’s lifestyle and the vet’s prescription.
Vaccines are effective for a certain time period before a booster or fresh shot is required. Here are the effectivity periods of dog vaccinations:
- Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza: 3 years
- Rabies: 3 years
- Leptospirosis: 1 year
- Canine Influenza: 1 year
- Lyme Disease: 1 year
- Bordetella: 1 year