Lifestyle-based vaccines
| Vaccine | Consider when |
|---|---|
| Bordetella | Daycare, boarding, grooming, dog parks |
| 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
Core vs lifestyleWhich shots every dog needs
One printable recordYour dog's real dates in one place
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) + Leptospirosis (from 12 weeks) | AAHA recommends a two-dose initial leptospirosis series. |
| 14–16 weeks | DHPP (3rd) + Leptospirosis (2nd) + Rabies | Rabies timing follows local law. |
| 12–16 months | DHPP + Rabies + Leptospirosis boosters | The exact visit timing follows labels and veterinary guidance. |
| Ongoing | Core boosters | DHPP is commonly every 3 years; leptospirosis is typically annual; rabies follows law and label. |
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.
Which vaccines depend on my dog's lifestyle?
AAHA now lists leptospirosis with the core vaccines recommended for all dogs. Bordetella, Lyme and canine influenza still depend on exposure such as daycare, boarding, travel, ticks or local outbreaks. Your veterinarian should personalize the plan.
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.