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Carmeow · 03-31-2014, 08:35 AM

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I wouldn't put him on the ground until he is fully vaccinated. Parvovirus could be on the grass, is very contagious, and could be deadly to a young puppy. Has his breeder...your friend already taken him to the vet for shots? Most breeders do at least 2 rounds of boosters before they let them go. How old is he? Ask for a shot record. It should have the vet clinic's info.

Here is Dr Dodd's (lead vaccine researcher) protocol: Dr. Jean Dodds' Pet Health Resource Blog | 2013 and 2014 Canine Vaccination Protocol - W. Jean Dodds, DVM

The puppy pads sound like a great idea. Make sure he gets a little food and water every couple hours. Maybe some Nutrical to keep on hand incase of hypoglycemia. Lethargy, trembling, slow movememt, etc. And this seems obvious but do make sure he is restrained properly. A puppy sitting in your lap is not safe from airbags.

03-31-2014, 08:35 AM	#2
Carmeow I♥ my girls Luma+Rosie Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Aggieland, TX Posts: 3,359	Welcome to yorkietalk! You aren't overthinking it. Or, well, if you are, join the club I wouldn't put him on the ground until he is fully vaccinated. Parvovirus could be on the grass, is very contagious, and could be deadly to a young puppy. Has his breeder...your friend already taken him to the vet for shots? Most breeders do at least 2 rounds of boosters before they let them go. How old is he? Ask for a shot record. It should have the vet clinic's info. Here is Dr Dodd's (lead vaccine researcher) protocol: Dr. Jean Dodds' Pet Health Resource Blog \| 2013 and 2014 Canine Vaccination Protocol - W. Jean Dodds, DVM The puppy pads sound like a great idea. Make sure he gets a little food and water every couple hours. Maybe some Nutrical to keep on hand incase of hypoglycemia. Lethargy, trembling, slow movememt, etc. And this seems obvious but do make sure he is restrained properly. A puppy sitting in your lap is not safe from airbags. __________________ Carmen, mama to Luma & my little angel in Heaven, Rosie.