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LRVC recommends the first vaccine to be given to puppies anytime between 4-6 months.
LRVC recommends the DHPP be given at 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 16 weeks. Occasionally the veterinarian may recommend an additional injection depending on your puppy’s history. After the initial core puppy vaccines, adult canines are given a booster 1 year after last puppy injection then every 3 years thereafter.
LRVC recommends this vaccine to puppies or adult dogs that may be at a higher risk. This vaccine requires a total of 2 injections given 3 – 4 weeks apart then a booster is given yearly thereafter.
LRVC recommends this vaccine for any canine that is prone to get ticks frequently. The first vaccine can be given at 4 – 6 months of age or any time thereafter. This vaccine requires 2 injections given 3 – 4 weeks apart, then a booster is given yearly thereafter.
LRVC recommends all dogs that go to dog parks, boarding facility, doggy day care, or may be around other dogs frequently receive a Bordetella vaccine. The initial vaccine is given intranasally, then a booster is given yearly thereafter.
LRVC recommends all dogs that go to dog parks, boarding facility, doggy day care, or may be around other dogs frequently receive a Influenza vaccine. This vaccine requires 2 injections given 3 – 4 weeks apart, then a booster is given yearly thereafter.
LRVC recommends dogs under 6 months of age to start oral heartworm prevention without testing. Dogs over 6 months will need to be tested before starting heartworm prevention. Dogs that are current and on consistent prevention need to be tested every 2 years.