Non-core (lifestyle) vaccines
| Vaccine | Consider when |
|---|---|
| Bordetella | Daycare, boarding, grooming, dog parks |
| Leptospirosis | Swimming, wildlife, wet rural areas |
| Lyme | Tick-heavy regions and hiking dogs |
| Canine influenza | Boarding and multi-dog events |
Vaccination timeline for puppies & dogs
Dog & puppy vaccination schedule chart by age
See which shots a puppy needs at 6, 10 and 14 weeks — and which boosters follow. Keep your dog's own dates in one printable record instead of guessing.
- Core vaccines by age
- Lifestyle vaccines explained
- Due dates tracked for you
Age by agePuppy, adult and booster timing
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The chart
Puppy & adult dog vaccination schedule
These are the commonly used intervals. Your veterinarian adjusts them to local law, the vaccine label and your dog's health history.
| Age | Vaccines | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| 6–8 weeks | DHPP (1st dose) | Also called distemper-parvo combination. |
| 10–12 weeks | DHPP (2nd dose) | Often paired with bordetella for social puppies. |
| 14–16 weeks | DHPP (3rd dose) + Rabies | Rabies timing follows local law. |
| 12–16 months | DHPP + Rabies boosters | One-year booster after the puppy series. |
| Every 1–3 years | Core boosters | Titer testing may extend intervals. |
If a booster is late, ask your vet what comes next
The next step depends on the vaccine, age and prior doses. Keep every date, batch and clinic note together so your vet can advise from the full history.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the standard puppy vaccination schedule?
Puppies usually start core DHPP shots at 6–8 weeks, repeat at 10–12 and 14–16 weeks, and receive rabies around 12–16 weeks depending on local law. A booster follows at one year, then core boosters are given every one to three years.
Are non-core vaccines necessary for my dog?
Not for every dog. Bordetella, leptospirosis, Lyme and canine influenza are recommended based on lifestyle — daycare, boarding, travel, ticks or local outbreaks. Your vet can mark which ones matter for your dog.
How do I keep the schedule without losing it?
Store each shot with its date, vaccine label, batch and clinic in one record, and set due dates. PetMerge keeps the due dates visible so you get reminded before the next booster is overdue.
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Add real dates once. PetMerge keeps the timeline and the due dates for every booster.