Dog vaccination schedule in India (puppy to adult)
Puppies need a series of vaccines in their first four months, then boosters through life. Below is a common schedule used in Indian clinics. Your veterinarian may adjust it for the individual dog and the local disease risk.
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| Age | Vaccine | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6–8 weeks | First core vaccine (distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, parainfluenza) | Often given as a combination shot |
| 10–12 weeks | Second dose of the core combination | Booster to build immunity |
| 12 weeks (3 months) | Rabies | Required and commonly given at this age in India |
| 14–16 weeks | Third dose of the core combination | Completes the puppy series |
| From 8–12 weeks | Leptospirosis | Usually two doses a few weeks apart, where advised |
| 1 year | Boosters for the core combination and rabies | Then repeat as your vet advises |
Adult dogs
Adult dogs generally get a yearly booster visit, which is also the moment for a health check, weight and dental review. Many clinics set the next due date at the time of each vaccination so that nothing depends on memory.
Optional vaccines
Some vets also recommend kennel cough vaccination for dogs that board, groom or go to dog parks. Ask your vet what suits your dog.
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Record the vaccine and the date given, then set the next due date from this schedule. A reminder sent a week before the due date brings most owners back for the next dose.
This is general information for clinic staff and pet owners, not a substitute for your veterinarian's advice on an individual animal.
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At what age should a puppy get the first vaccine in India?
Most vets start the first core vaccine at 6 to 8 weeks of age, with boosters about every 3 to 4 weeks until around 16 weeks.
When is the rabies vaccine given to a puppy?
Commonly at 12 weeks (3 months), with a booster at one year and then as your vet advises.
How often do adult dogs need vaccines?
Adult dogs are usually boosted once a year, although your vet may space some vaccines further apart depending on the product.