Vaccination Schedule for Dogs and Cats
June 10, 2026 · 8 min read
Knowing which vaccine is due and when is one of the most common questions for anyone who just adopted a puppy or kitten. Here’s a reference schedule by age for dogs and cats. It’s a general guide: the final plan is set by your vet based on your country, your pet’s lifestyle and the diseases in your area.
This schedule is for orientation and does not replace a vet’s guidance. Ages and boosters can vary by vaccine and region.
Puppies (dogs)
| Age | Vaccine |
|---|---|
| 6 – 8 weeks | First combination shot (distemper, parvovirus, hepatitis…) |
| 10 – 12 weeks | Second combination shot (+ leptospirosis) |
| 14 – 16 weeks | Third combination shot + rabies |
| Yearly | Combination and rabies booster |
Kittens
| Age | Vaccine |
|---|---|
| 8 – 9 weeks | First combination shot (panleukopenia, calicivirus, rhinotracheitis) |
| 12 weeks | Second combination shot (+ feline leukemia if at risk) |
| 14 – 16 weeks | Rabies |
| Yearly | Combination and rabies booster |
Adults
In most cases, adults get yearly boosters of the core vaccines, though some modern protocols space certain vaccines every 3 years. Again, your vet decides.
Lifestyle-based vaccines
- Kennel cough (Bordetella): advisable if your dog goes to boarding, grooming or busy parks.
- Feline leukemia (FeLV): especially for cats with outdoor access or who live with other cats.
- Leishmania: in endemic areas, discuss the option with your vet.
Don’t forget deworming
Vaccines protect against viruses and bacteria, but parasites (internal and external) are separate and have their own schedule. Keeping both records together stops any from slipping through.
The key: never miss a date
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