Puppies and Dogs

Parainfluenza:
At least 3 doses, between 8 and 16 weeks of age, 3-4 weeks apart. Puppies need a booster 1 year after completing the initial series, then all dogs need a booster every other year or more often. Core dog vaccine. Parainfluenza infection results in cough, fever. It may be associated with Bordetella infection. 

Leptospirosis:
At least once every other year for dogs in high-risk areas.
Non- core dog vaccine. Vaccination is generally restricted to established risk areas. Exposure to rodents and standing water can lead to a leptospirosis infection.

Bordetella bronchiseptica (kennel cough)
Annual or 6-month boosters may be recommended for dogs in high-risk environments. Non-core dog vaccine. Not usually a serious condition, although it can be dangerous in young puppies. It is usually seen after activities like boarding or showing.

Lyme disease:
Non-core dog vaccine. Generally recommended only for dogs with a high risk for exposure to Lyme disease-carrying ticks.
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​Canine influenza:
Non-core dog vaccine. Similar to bordetella.
Rabies:
Can be administered in one dose, as early as 3 months of age. Annual boosters are required. Core dog vaccine. Rabies is 100% fatal to dogs, with no treatment available. Prevention is key.

Distemper:
At least 3 doses, given between 8 and 16 weeks of age, given 3-4 weeks apart. Puppies need a booster 1 year after completing their initial series, then all dogs need a booster every other year or more often. Core dog vaccine. Caused by an airborne virus, distemper is a severe disease that, among other problems, may cause permanent brain damage.
Parvovirus:
At least 3 doses, given between 8 and 16 weeks of age, 3-4 weeks apart. Puppies need a booster 1 year after completing the initial series, then all dogs need a booster every other year or more often. Core dog vaccine. Canine "parvo" is contagious, and can cause severe vomiting and bloody diarrhea. Parvo is usually fatal if untreated.

Adenovirus : (canine hepatitis)
At least 3 doses, between 8 and 16 weeks of age, 3-4 weeks apart. Puppies need a booster 1 year after completing the initial series, then all dogs need a booster every other year or more often. Core dog vaccine. Spread via coughs and sneezes, canine hepatitis can lead to severe liver damage, and death.