How many shots do puppies need and how much do they cost?
Eric S. asked:
I am getting a puppy on Monday and he is 6 weeks old. The people selling him said that all of their puppies have gotten their first round of shots. How many more “rounds” do they need? And how much will it cost me?
Can somebody tell me around how much the shots will cost? The cost isn’t a huge problem but I just want to know.
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I am getting a puppy on Monday and he is 6 weeks old. The people selling him said that all of their puppies have gotten their first round of shots. How many more “rounds” do they need? And how much will it cost me?
Can somebody tell me around how much the shots will cost? The cost isn’t a huge problem but I just want to know.
January 31st, 2009 at 8:43 am
They will need 2 more “rounds” of shots, each one month apart. It all depends on where you take them to get their shots done. However, if you can afford to go out and “buy” a dog then you should certainly be able to afford to take proper care of it!
January 31st, 2009 at 1:54 pm
If I remember correctly there are like 2 more series of shots. Most of the shots only have to be repeated once a year after they are given but the initial ones are to make sure the puppy stays healthy. The cost a fortune I suggest you go to a Banfield vet and get set up on one of there monthly plans to pay for them.
February 2nd, 2009 at 4:30 am
The puppy will need a second and third round of puppy shots, and then yearly thereafter. If you are getting a puppy, please only do so if you are committed to doing what is necessary for his health. Just as we take our children for vaccinations to keep them healthy, a pet has the same requirements. Keep in mind that the average cost for a puppy in their first year is approx $800, which includes shots, food, treats, toys, etc.
February 4th, 2009 at 9:34 pm
call around to get quotes from vets, the prices will vary…. but it is not that much, they need shots every few months for a couple months, depending on what they have already:
you can do google search,
a suggestion is:
6 WEEKS
Examination (for general health)
DHP-PV-CV (1st for distemper parvo/hepatitus/parainfluenza-parvo-carona)
Fecal Flotation (for parasites)
Heartworm Prevention
Flea & Tick Prevention
9 WEEKS
Examination
DHP-PV-CV (2nd)
Fecal Flotation
Heartworm Prevention
Flea & Tick Prevention
12 WEEKS
Examination
DHP-PV-CV (3rd)
Bordetella (Kennel Cough)
Fecal Flotation
Heartworm Prevention
Flea & Tick Prevention
15 WEEKS
Examination
Parvo Vaccine
Rabies - 1 Year (required for every pet in the state of Kentucky)
Heartworm Prevention
Flea & Tick Prevention
February 6th, 2009 at 4:58 am
Giving shots at 6 weeks is useless. The proper vaccination schedule is 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 16 weeks.
Call some vet clinics around and ask. Shots aren’t all that expensive, usually around $40.
February 9th, 2009 at 10:20 am
your dog will get two more rounds of shot’s the next will be distemper and the dewormer. the following after that will be distemper and the rabies vac. this will kinda depend on the breed and how big some times but on average your the fee should be around $50.00. once again this will depend on where you live as well it could be cheeper. just rember it is cheeper to nueter a male then it is to spay a female.
February 9th, 2009 at 11:39 pm
2 more rounds of the DHLPP combo vaccinations (for Parvo, Lepto, canine influenza, distempter, etc.)
When it’s 4 months old it will also require a rabies vaccination.
All of the vaccinations should generally be “boosted” then once a year (although some rabies vaccines can now last 3-5 years).
These can cost anywhere from $10 - $35 depending on where you go for them. Sometimes if you ask for a “tech” to give the shots instead of the veterinarian, they are less expensive. Also, many vet clinics and animal hospitals now have “vaccinations clinics” once or twice a month during which they give the vaccinations for a highly reduced cost.
We’re a little bit concerned that the pups are being released for purchase at 6 weeks; many states now require that the pups not be sold until they’re 8 weeks old. Check with your local animal control office to make sure the seller is not in violation of statute where you live.
February 11th, 2009 at 9:00 pm
it depends on the type of dog it is.
February 12th, 2009 at 9:04 pm
For our puppy, there were 2 round of shots and 1 de-wormer.
If you plan on taking your puppy to the park around other dogs, there is a vaccine that protects them a lot more in addition to the others. I don’t remember the name, but it’s only $5 - $7 more. Both of my dogs had it and they seem so very healthy.
February 15th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
Recommendations have been changing when it comes to vaccinations. They no longer get a DHLPP or Corona. Puppies now get a DA2PP. Vets in different parts of the county will charge differently so you’ll have to call around and get quotes.
Here’s the recommendations from the American Animal Hospital Association. This is the protocol now followed by all 27 vet schools in the US.
I just had a puppy done and the charge was $30, but that is where I live. You’ll also want to take in a stool sample and have it checked for worms.