How much does a vaccination cost for a dog
Introduction
Dogs need regular vaccines just like people do. These vaccines protect both you and your dog from a variety of diseases and can help to prevent the spread of illness in the wider community. Vaccines for dogs are generally split into two categories: core vaccinations, which protect against infectious diseases that are widespread, highly contagious or can be serious in nature; and non-core vaccinations, which protect against diseases that aren’t widespread and tend to occur under certain circumstances or in certain regions. In this brief guide, we’ll explain everything you need to know about getting your dog vaccinated including how much it will cost you, what types of vaccines are available, how they work, what’s included in each vaccination package and more.
Vaccines are usually given to puppies at six, nine and twelve weeks old.
Vaccines are usually given to puppies at six, nine and twelve weeks old. At that time, it’s considered the best time frame to vaccinate a puppy because they have their maternal antibodies (which protect them from disease) and haven’t been exposed to many viruses yet.
The number of vaccines your dog needs is dependent on where you live and what type of lifestyle you lead with your pet. Here is an overview of what each vaccine protects against:
Vaccinations for dogs are generally split into two categories: core vaccinations, and non-core vaccinations.
You may have heard about the importance of core vaccinations for your dog. These are generally split into two categories: core vaccinations, and non-core vaccinations.
Core vaccines protect against diseases that are widespread, highly contagious or can be serious in nature. They include distemper, parainfluenza (kennel cough), and adenovirus, among others.
Non-core vaccines protect against diseases that aren’t widespread and tend to occur under certain circumstances or in certain regions. Examples include leptospirosis and Lyme disease, which are common in some areas of the United States but less prevalent elsewhere; Bordetella bronchiseptica (kennel cough), which is more likely to be an issue during boarding visits; and rabies vaccination, which is required by law if your dog goes outside unsupervised at all times—east of the Mississippi River—or near a wild animal population known to carry rabies virus.
Core vaccines protect against infectious diseases that are widespread, highly contagious or can be serious in nature.
Another great way to prevent your dog from getting sick is by vaccinating them against infectious diseases that are widespread, highly contagious or can be serious in nature. Core vaccines protect against rabies, distemper and parvovirus – three viruses that are very common and can cause severe illness if left untreated. The core vaccines also include leptospirosis (which is spread through contact with contaminated water), canine hepatitis (carried by ticks), canine influenza (spread through the air), bordetella (a bacteria) parainfluenza/coronavirus/hepatitis/rhinotracheitis virus (which affect the respiratory tract).
Receiving core vaccine shots early on in life will help keep your pup healthy throughout their entire lifetime!
Non-core vaccines protect against diseases that aren’t widespread and tend to occur under certain circumstances or in certain regions.
Non-core vaccines are optional and not required by law. However, they may be required by your veterinarian, pet boarding facility or airlines. In addition, some states have laws requiring certain non-core vaccines (for example, rabies vaccinations). If a non-core vaccine is required for your pet’s boarding facility or airline travel, it will usually be listed on the vaccination certificate given to you at the time of vaccination.
Many vaccines can be given together, but some must be administered separately
- If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian or a professional dog trainer.
- Most vaccines can be given together unless otherwise noted on the product label.
If your dog isn’t up-to-date on vaccinations, you may need to pay more to adopt a dog from a shelter
If your dog isn’t up-to-date on vaccinations, you may need to pay more to adopt a dog from a shelter. If your dog is up-to-date on vaccinations, you can adopt a dog for a reduced fee.
At the Humane Society of Southern Arizona’s (HSSZ) Petsmart adoption center, dogs that are not spayed or neutered have an adoption fee of $299. Dogs that have been spayed or neutered will cost $199.
Dogs need regular vaccines just like people do
You may have heard that vaccinations are important, but you may have no idea why. Do they just help prevent disease in my dog?
No, they do that and more:
- Vaccinations help keep dogs healthy and safe. They prevent diseases from spreading from animal to animal, which can be very dangerous for other animals who don’t have their shots yet (and could catch whatever illness is being spread).
- Vaccinations are required by law in many areas of the country, including most states where pets aren’t allowed inside restaurants or stores because of health codes requiring vaccination records as proof of safety from illness before entering a public space like that. Some boarding facilities require them as well; if you’re thinking about boarding your pet somewhere for vacation or even just for a weekend trip away from home, check with them first because not all places will allow unvaccinated animals on their property!
Conclusion
Vaccines save lives, for people and pets alike. They are a vital part of every dog’s health regimen, and you should make sure your dog is up-to-date on all of their vaccinations to keep them safe from potentially deadly diseases.