Schedules
Puppy & kitten vaccine timeline
Puppies
- 1
6–8 weeks
DHPP #1Bordetella - 2
10–12 weeks
DHPP #2Leptospirosis #1Lyme #1Canine Influenza #1 - 3
14–16 weeks
DHPP #3RabiesLeptospirosis #2Lyme #2Canine Influenza #2 - 4
1 year
DHPP boosterRabies boosterLifestyle boosters - 5
Adult
DHPP every 3 yearsRabies every 1–3 years (per local law)Bordetella, Lepto, Lyme yearly if at risk
Kittens
- 1
6–8 weeks
FVRCP #1 - 2
10–12 weeks
FVRCP #2FeLV #1 - 3
14–16 weeks
FVRCP #3RabiesFeLV #2 - 4
1 year
FVRCP boosterRabies boosterFeLV booster - 5
Adult
FVRCP every 3 yearsRabies every 1–3 years (per local law)FeLV yearly for outdoor cats
Boosters are given every 3–4 weeks until 16 weeks old. Your vet may adjust the plan for your pet's age, health and lifestyle.
We offer titer testing
A titer test is a simple blood test that measures how much protection your pet already has against diseases like parvo and distemper. If their immunity is still strong, they may not need that booster yet. It's a smart way to make sure your pet gets only the vaccines they actually need.
Decoded
What the letters mean
DHPP (dogs)
Distemper, Hepatitis (adenovirus), Parvovirus and Parainfluenza. Parvo and distemper are often deadly for puppies.
FVRCP (cats)
Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus and Panleukopenia (feline distemper).
Rabies
Always fatal once symptoms show and can spread to people. Required by law.
Bordetella
Kennel cough. Recommended for dogs who go to daycare, boarding, groomers or dog parks.
Leptospirosis & Lyme
Spread by wildlife urine, standing water and ticks. Recommended for hiking and outdoor dogs.
FeLV
Feline leukemia. Essential for kittens and cats who go outside or live with other cats.
Tips
Before and after
- Keep puppies and kittens away from unknown animals and public ground until their series is done.
- Mild sleepiness or a sore spot for a day is normal.
- Call your vet right away for face swelling, vomiting or trouble breathing.
- Bring any past vaccine records to your visit.