The vaccation of puppies as well as kittens is one of the crucial steps in assuring that your puppy or kitten will have a healthy and happy life. It is always best to consult with your veterinarian to determine which vaccines are appropriate for your puppy or kitten. But for now, here is a basic outline of the vaccine schedule. Both puppies and kittens should be vaccinated every 3-4 weeks until they finish the series. Kittens and puppies finish their vaccine series at about 16 weeks of age.

Puppy Vaccine Schedule

- 8 Weeks : DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvo) and Deworming

- 11 Weeks: DHPP - C (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvo, Corna) and Deworming

- 14 Weeks: DHPP- C (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvo, Corna)

- 17 Weeks: DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvo) and 1 Year Rabies

Kitten Vaccine Schedule

- 8 Weeks: FDRC (Feline Distemper, Rhinotracheitis, Calici) and Deworming

- 11 Weeks: FDRC (Feline Distemper, Rhinotracheitis, Calici) and Deworming

- 14 Weeks: FDRC (Feline Distemper, Rhinotracheitis, Calici) and 1 Year Rabies

Also you should consider having your kitten tested for Feline Leukemia at 12 weeks of age. Feline Leukemia is highly recommended for kittens or cats that have been found as strays. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more.

During the series of vaccines for either your puppy or kitten please be sure to bring in at least 2 fecal samples so that we can ensure that your pet does not have worms or any type of intestinal parasite. Vaccines become yearly after your puppy or kitten has finished their series. Also puppies should begin heartworm preventitve at the age of 8 weeks, unless it is during the winter months. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions page to get a better understanding of what heartworm and heartworm prevenative is.