Question about giving Yorkie Puppy Shot (Need Advice)

[bjh]

Originally Posted by Dudley's Mom

I just got a new yorkie that has had one of his shots. My veterinarian told me that the first shot is no good because it was given before he was 8 weeks old. Is that true?

How old is your puppy? What your vet said is pretty much true. Your puppy will not be fully protected from parvo and distemper until he has had at least two more sets of shots. Here is the vaccination protocol that I recommend:
Dr-Dodds-ChangingVaccProtocol

Since your puppy has already had one set of shots I would still wait three weeks from when he had his first shot before I gave him another shot. Then I would give him one more set after that. Until he is fully protected you need to keep him away from areas that other dogs have access to.

[Batgirl38]

I got my puppy at 8 weeks. Although 12 weeks is best, 8 is perfectly legal. I took her for a well check up the same week and gave them her papers of the shots she already had and they told me she was due for another shot already. And she had to wait till she was 17 wks for the rabies. So I'm guessing that's not to young.

[Dudley's Mom]

My puppy is 10 weeks old. We gave him his shot at the vets 2 weeks ago when he was 8 weeks old because the breeder had given him his first shot at 5 weeks old. I am doing what my vet tells me because she is so wonderful and caring. She helped me through losing my first love, Dudley and is a wonderful vet. Mickey will get his second shot from her on the 21st of the month as she says every 3 weeks. Thank you for the response, both of you.

[Batgirl38]

Originally Posted by yorkman86

thanks for this infomation. it is very helpful to me. i am still learning and appreciate any advice and help i can get.

quick question, since the vaccine schedules says:
8-9 weeks old - Distemper + Parvo
11-12 weeks old - same as above
14-16 weeks old - same as above
12 weeks or older - rabies

since he had his first shot early (6weeks) and i just gave him the 9 week shot.

should he get a shot at the 11-12 week schedule and the 14-16 week schedule? or just give him another at 11-12 and that will be it until the rabies shot?

thanks

I couldn't find no vet in my area that would give my pup a rabies shot before 16wks.. Do you think it varies by state?

[Batgirl38]

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I came across this... It's so much different advice out there it's crazy. I'm just soooo happy my little girl is doing great. She is full of energy. She keeps me young (thank God)...lol

[Batgirl38]

Dogs: Vaccination Schedule

This is what I meant to post...sorry

[Batgirl38]

Originally Posted by Balbrt1

I am sorry but in my part of the country first shot is at 6 weeks then the next one 3/4 weeks later. third one then 3 or 4 weeks later and so on. 3 or 4 weeks from last shot they get their adult shots, then the rabies, then they are caught up for a yr. I would trust my vets with the life of any of my dogs/puppies. Different areas has different routines

I agree

[yorkman86]

good info here

[bjh]

My advise to everyone is to just do your research on vaccinations and make your own decision based on the facts. I know some very good vets that I trust with my dog's general heath care but I do not agree with their vaccination policies. Vets and doctors are good about pushing vaccinations, many of which I think are not necessary. Not all dogs are the same and they should not all be treated the same when it comes to vaccinations. It should be based on the dogs life style and age.

Here are some links to some sites that have very good information about vaccination. Just things to think about.

Over-Vaccination - Dog Owners Beware - Whole Dog Journal Article

Understanding Vaccinosis

Pet vaccination warning. Severe adverse reaction to immunization