Newborn puppies acquire immunities against many
diseases by nursing from their mother. During the first two days of life, a
puppy that nurses takes in the colostrum that is present in the milk that is
first produced. The antibodies that are passed in the colostrum are vital to
the puppy’s health and well being. These antibodies prevent the puppy from
being infected by diseases like Canine Distemper and Parvo virus. These same
antibodies are also the reason veterinarians suggest vaccinations to be
given after six weeks of age.
It is highly recommended that new puppies visit a
veterinarian as soon as possible. The veterinarian will then educate
the owner on the needs of the new puppy, look for congenital defects as well
as look for signs of parasitic or viral infections. If all looks well, the
puppy is then started on what is commonly called its “puppy shots.”
These puppy shots are also called “five in one” or DHLP-P
vaccinations because they are a combination vaccine that will immunize
against five very common but potentially deadly diseases.
Rabies vaccination, Drontal plus dewormer, physical exam.
24 WEEKS
Heartworm check, fecal exam for parasites, a vet check optional.
ANNUAL
Annual vaccines, vet check.
8 YEARS
Mini general profile and CBC screen - recommended at two year
intervals if normal, repeat as needed.
WHERE WE LIVE WE ARE NOT REQUIRED TO HAVE OUR DOGS ON
HEART WORM MEDICATION AS THE DISEASE IS NOT IN OUR GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION.
WE ARE AWARE OF THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS HEARTWORM MEDICATION, THEREFORE WE
RECOMMEND THAT YOU ASK YOUR VETERINARIAN FOR ADVICE ON THIS MATTER.
