what yearly shots does my dog need?

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Adult dogs (over 2 years of age)

Annual revaccination (boosters) is recommended for the first year after the "puppy vaccines"; thereafter, you should discuss the benefits and risks of annual vaccination with your vet.

In the past, the DHLP (distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus) vaccine was typically given each year. These recommendations are changing. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) came out with new guidelines in 2006 that suggests that adult dog vaccines boosters may be adequate if given every 3 years. Specific vaccine requirements for individual dogs should be discussed with your veterinarian.

The most appropriate vaccination program for your pet should be followed.

Again, if the risk of kennel cough is great, a vaccine against bordetella is recommended. The bordetella vaccine needs to be given twice yearly, and each year you and your veterinarian should assess whether it is required.

The rabies vaccine should be given as recommended by local law. Newer vaccines effective against specific forms of the bacteria leptospirosis may be important in some areas. The need for the vaccine should be determined based on the area of the country your dog lives in and his or her life-style. If given, they should be administered once to twice a year.

Other vaccinations that are sometimes given by your veterinarian include coronavirus, Lyme and giardia. These are not routinely given to every animal, and their use should be discussed with your veterinarian. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) came out with new guidelines in 2006 that suggests that coronavirus and giardia vaccines are not recommended for dogs at any age. The Borreliosis/Lyme disease vaccine is recommended for dogs that live in an endemic area where risk of exposure to the tick vector is high or dogs that travel to endemic areas.

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I give vaccines myself, except, for rabies. My mother did it and I do it too. It's easier, cheaper, less stressful on the dog but not something anyone should do. DEFINITELY have a talk with your vet before doing so and weigh and pros and cons. For 99% of dogs owners I really don't recommend it, unless you have a clue of what to do and only if you knew the vaccines were properly handled prior to my buying them.Too high of heat can inactivate vaccines,then I'm sure some are selling bogus vaccines too.

Just tell them. Bring the vaccines in and let them mark it. Your vet should be happy to show you how, if not..... Check this site here: http://www.crvetcenter.com/injection.htm

The standard 5way vaccine that includes corona and parvo should cost you around $10.00 US from your vet, you can also order them online, Jeffers is a good source. In some states you can do your own rabies as well, however this is not recomended if you live where your dog needs a tag....Show more

When he is getting his shots and the bill is $600, he isn't just getting shots. That shouldn't be more than about $200, including the exam fee. I'm sure they are running other tests and treatments for your dog. Are you purchasing Heartguard or Frontline while you are there? That will add up the bill, but vaccines alone are really not expensive.

At 11, most veterinarians generally chose to stop vaccinating the animal if he has consistantly gotten his shots every year. However, if your dog goes to groomers, boarding kennels, or dog parks, he will be required to have his DHPP (or a variation of this), Bordatella, and Rabies. Depending on your state, Lepto or Corona might be required.

Legally, the only vaccine your dog needs to always be UTD on is Rabies, because that disease can be transferred to humans if your dog was to come in contact with the virus....Show more

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At the most, a parvo and distemper shot. MANY pets are over-vaccinated, which can lead to health problems. Just do a search on vaccinosis and you'll be amazed. If he's had yearly shots his whole life of 11 years, I wouldn't give him any more at all. If you want to give him the shots yourself, they can be purchased at a farm or feed store for about $5 (shows you how much vets can rip you off)....Show more

Over $600 just for shots? No way. Current vaccination protocol does not recommend annual boosters other than rabies (which is required by law & can be administered as a 3 year vaccine) unless the dog is in a high risk situation/area which can be discussed with your vet. You can do annual titer testing, which will test your dog's immune response to the conditions he would be immunized for, and take it from there...Show more