2023 VACCINE CHECKLIST FOR DOGS IN THE UAE

Just like children, dogs need vaccines to fight off dangerous viral and bacterial diseases, without them your pet’s health is at high risk. It is our job as responsible pet parents, to ensure our furry friends are up to date year-on-year and that they remain happy and healthy.

There are two groups of vaccinations your furry friend should have:

• Core vaccines: Include the vaccinations that are considered essential for all dogs involving diseases that are easily transferred and are fatal. These diseases are Rabies, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, and Distemper.

• Non-core vaccines: Include protection against diseases that are dependent upon environmental exposure and lifestyle. These vaccinations include Kennel cough and leptospirosis vaccines.

Vaccination schedule for your puppy/dog:

First thing to note is that there is not one schedule to fit all dogs. Factoring in the country you live in and your dog’s individual risk factors, all come into play when deciding on what’s best for your pup. This decision should always be made in agreement with a veterinarian professional who is aware of your dog’s health history.

That said, here is a generally accepted guideline of a vaccination schedule

Puppy Age Recommended Vaccine Optional Vaccination

6 - 8 Weeks

10 - 12 Weeks

16 - 18 Weeks

12 - 16 Weeks

Every 1 - 2 Years

Every 1 - 3 Years

Distemper, parvovirus

DHPP (vaccines for distemper, adenovirus [hepatitis], parainfluenza, and parvovirus)

DHPP, rabies

DHPP, rabies

DHPP

Rabies (as required by law)

Bordetella

Influenza, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease per lifestyle as recommended by veterinarian

Influenza, Lyme disease, Leptospirosis, Bordetella per lifestyle

Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease

Influenza, Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Lyme disease per lifestyle

None