Vaccination schedules
Vaccinating on time protects your pet and your family. These schedules are a general guide; the veterinarian defines the ideal plan for each case.
Guideline schedule for dogs
6 to 8 weeks
First vaccine: serious puppy diseases such as parvovirus and distemper.
9 to 12 weeks
First booster of the multiple vaccine.
12 to 16 weeks
Second booster and rabies vaccine.
At one year of age
Booster of the multiple vaccine and of the rabies vaccine.
Every year
Annual boosters and a health check, as directed by your veterinarian.
Your veterinarian may also recommend additional vaccines depending on your dog's lifestyle (for example, kennel cough).
Guideline schedule for cats
8 weeks
First vaccine: feline triple (panleukopenia, rhinotracheitis and calicivirus).
11 to 12 weeks
Feline triple booster.
12 to 16 weeks
Rabies vaccine and, if your veterinarian recommends it, feline leukemia.
At one year of age
Booster of the feline triple and rabies vaccines.
Every year
Annual boosters and a health check, as directed by your veterinarian.
Cats that go outdoors or live with other cats may need additional protection. Ask your veterinarian.
Don't forget
- Regular internal and external deworming is part of preventive care, and is defined with your veterinarian.
- Bring the vaccination card to every visit.
- A sick, weak or feverish pet may need to wait to be vaccinated: the veterinarian examines them first.
- After vaccination, keep an eye on your pet and get in touch if you notice anything unusual.
Vaccination schedules
Vaccinating on time protects your pet and your family. These schedules are a general guide; the veterinarian defines the ideal plan for each case.