Preventative Health Care for Your Puppy's First Year
The first year of your puppy's life can set the stage for a long healthy life. We recommend the following schedule for the best prevention:
8-9 Weeks
Physical Exam
Deworm #1 (for roundworms and hookworms
Vaccines: DHPP #1, Bordatella
Reveiw nutrition, behavior, heartworm disease and flea and tick prevention
Start heartworm prevention (Sentinel given monthly)
12 Weeks
Physical Exam
Fecal test # 2
Deworm # 2
Vaccines: DHPP booster, Bordatella booster, Canine influenza, Lyme
Review home dental care
16 Weeks
Physical Exam
Fecal test if needed
Deworm # 3
Vaccines: DHPP booster, Influenza booster, Lyme booster, Rabies 1 year
Review spay or neuter
6 - 12 Months (depending on breed)
Preanesthetic blood test
Spay or Neuter
Microchip placement (permanent identification if your puppy is lost)
16 Months
Annual Physical Exam
Fecal test
Annual blood test including heartworm
Vaccines: DHPP 3 year, Rabies 3 year, Bordatella, Lyme, Influenza
