Vaccinate: why, when and how?

Vaccinations against parvovirus, distemper, Rubarth's hepatitis and are classically carried out in dogs. They can be started from 8 weeks of age, with two or three primary vaccination injections depending on the dog's age. An annual reminder is then carried out.

Other vaccinations may be performed, including:

• Rabies vaccination, which must be registered in a European passport and carried out on a dog already identified, from 12 weeks of age. A single injection of primary vaccination is necessary, then a booster every 1 to 3 years is carried out. This vaccination is mandatory to travel abroad with your dog.
• Vaccination against kennel cough, which can be performed from 8 weeks of age, in a single primary vaccination injection. An annual reminder is then necessary. This vaccination is particularly important for dogs going to the community (kennel, pension, collective education courses, etc.).
• Vaccination against leishmaniasis, which can be performed from 6 months in a single primary vaccination injection. An annual booster is required. It is particularly interesting for dogs living outdoors that may be highly exposed to sandflies.
• Vaccination against piroplasmosis, which can be carried out from 5 months in two primary vaccination injections. An annual booster is required. It is particularly indicated for dogs highly exposed to ticks (hunting dogs, dogs living outdoors, etc.).

Ask your veterinarian for advice on how best to adapt vaccinations to your dog's lifestyle.