Where to give a puppy a vaccine injection

Usually, vaccines for puppies are given through subcutaneous injection, which can be administered in the back of the neck. Before giving a vaccine to a dog, if the owner is injecting the vaccine themselves, they should securely hold the dog to avoid injury to either the dog or the owner during struggling. Additionally, the owner should pull back on the syringe to check for blood return before injecting subcutaneously. If no blood returns, the injection can proceed.

When to give a puppy a vaccine

Usually, puppies receive their first dose of infectious disease vaccine at around 42-48 days old. The initial immunization requires three doses of infectious disease vaccine, followed by intervals of 21-28 days for each subsequent dose. At three months old, a rabies vaccine is administered. After the initial immunization is completed, a booster dose is given every 11 months, consisting of one dose of infectious disease vaccine and one dose of rabies vaccine.

Points to note before giving a puppy a vaccine

There are a few things to keep in mind before giving a puppy a vaccine. During the vaccination period, the dog should not be bathed, as bathing can cause stress and decrease the dog's resistance, making it unsuitable for vaccination. Parasite control is also not allowed; it is recommended to wait seven days after parasite control before administering the vaccine. If there are parasites in the dog's body, it is not suitable for vaccination.

Do dogs need to be vaccinated every year?

Yes, dogs need to be vaccinated every year. Since the effectiveness of the vaccine lasts about a year, owners need to vaccinate their dogs one month in advance every year to maintain immunity. Additionally, about 3-5 days before taking the dog to the veterinary hospital for vaccination, owners should give the dog internal and external parasite control to prevent parasites from affecting the vaccination process.